Nino Barraco, a winemaker from Marsala, Sicily, is renowned for his dedication to producing wines that encapsulate the essence of his homeland. Taking over his family’s vineyards in 2004, Nino has beenscrupulously organic, eschewing all manner of chemicals and systemic treatments, never irrigating, and focusing on entirely manual labor and natural methods. “Our strength is agriculture, he insists.”
Barraco’s vineyards, located along the west coast of Sicily in and around Marsala, span twenty hectares. All Nino wines are produced with pure Sicilian grape varieties; Grillo, Catarratto, Zibibbo, Nero d’Avola, and Perricone.
Nino is similarly dedicated to traditional winemaking techniques, focusing on the human touch and avoiding all manner of modern technology. Fermentations are spontaneous, aging in stainless tanks, and there are no added sulfites, nor any fining or filtration.
Nino Barraco’s vision is not just about making wine; it’s about preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Marsala’s winemaking traditions.. By producing wines that are evocative of their place and time, Barraco has ensured that his wines are more than just beverages—they are liquid narratives of Marsala’s unique landscape and culture.
