Calea
Calea produces wines from Terre Siciliane in Southern Italy, where Mediterranean sun and volcanic soils shape distinctive expressions of indigenous varieties. The winery's Fiano—a white of considerable structure and mineral character—demonstrates the region's capacity for refined, age-worthy whites. Nero d'Avola, the dark-skinned Sicilian grape, appears in the portfolio with the richness and spice typical of the variety. Both wines have been assessed by major critics including Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Decanter, reflecting their standing within the contemporary Italian wine landscape. Calea's focus on these native grapes situates it within a broader movement across Southern Italy toward reclaiming and elevating regional identity through varietal authenticity.
Critics
Wine Advocate, Decanter