Vintage Character Salina Bianco IGT 2017, here in Hauner’s interpretation from Sicily’s Aeolian Islands, is a distinctive island white that captures the saline, sunlit character of volcanic viticulture. The 2017 vintage in Sicily was generally warm and dry, yielding concentrated fruit and generous texture, while the maritime influence of Salina helps preserve freshness and lift. Grown on volcanic soils in a windswept Mediterranean setting, this wine draws much of its identity from the contrast between intense sunlight, sea breezes, and the mineral imprint associated with the island landscape.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing On the nose it offers citrus peel, white peach, yellow plum and Mediterranean herbs, with hints of wild flowers and a subtle salty note. The palate is supple yet bright, combining ripe orchard fruit with lively acidity and a lightly savory, mineral edge that carries through a clean, persistent finish. Its balance of ripeness and coastal freshness makes it a versatile table wine: try it with grilled sea bass, lemon-herb roast chicken, or spaghetti alle vongole.
Winery Background Carlo Hauner is one of the emblematic names of Salina, widely credited with helping bring the wines of the Aeolian Islands to broader international attention. The estate focuses on expressing the identity of these island vineyards through local varieties and a style that privileges clarity, freshness, and drinkability over heavy handling. Fruit is typically harvested with care and vinified to preserve aromatic definition, with white wines fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel rather than marked by oak, allowing the volcanic, marine character of Salina to remain at the forefront.