Catarratto can be a great european wine
Veronika Crecelius, a leading voice in European wine journalism, recognizes in ARCA’s wines a clear and coherent identity—capable of expressing territory, elegance, and authenticity. When properly cultivated and vinified with respect, Catarratto becomes one of the great Mediterranean whites. Far from trends, close to the land, it is a wine that tells true stories. And that, today, makes all the difference.
Catarratto is a matter of conscience, not a trend
One of Sicily’s most respected oenologists, Tonino Guzzo believed in Catarratto when few were defending it. For him, it’s a matter of conscience, not fashion. He champions its agricultural truth, the strength of its biotypes, and the need for deep knowledge and respect. For Guzzo, ARCA is an ethical and technical space where Catarratto can reclaim its dignity, depth, and a new season of awareness.
Catarratto is our most authentic voice
President of ARCA and long-time producer, Sebastiano Di Bella describes Catarratto as the authentic expression of territory, people, and vision. With calm conviction, he champions a wine that needs no disguise, only coherence. That is the spirit of ARCA: to give voice to a shared agricultural and cultural identity, and to place Catarratto at the heart of Sicily’s and the Mediterranean’s wine narrative.
From the Urban Heart of Catania, a New Voice for Catarratto
On June 11, 2025, the ARCA project arrived in Catania, taking center stage in the lively Piazza Scammacca Market: a dynamic, well-attended event that engaged a specialized audience and a new generation of wine communicators. The talk, led by Sebastiano Di Bella and joined by Tonino Guzzo, Veronika Crecelius, Nando Calaciura, and Gabriele Vitale, shone […]
Inside the Greenhouse of Ideas: ARCA Tells Its Story Through Technique, Ethics, and Territory
The second major event for ARCA took place in Palermo on May 28, 2025, within the evocative setting of the Bioserra at the “Federico Paulsen” Regional Nursery. A symbolic place where nature, history, and vision intertwine, it was chosen to host ARCA’s official press conference. The event drew a diverse and qualified audience: agronomists, oenologists, […]
ARCA Takes the Stage: Catarratto Opens the Sicily Pavilion
ARCA’s debut at Vinitaly 2025 marked a turning point for Sicilian viticulture. The opening event of the Sicily Pavilion, held on Sunday, April 6, welcomed a large and qualified audience: specialized press, sommeliers, international buyers, and wine communication professionals. The masterclass led by Andrea Amadei—journalist, sommelier, and voice of Decanter Radio2—guided attendees through six distinct […]
ARCA, Catarratto on the Move: From Sicily to the World
From its debut at Vinitaly to the stop in Catania, ARCA is writing a new chapter in the Renaissance of Catarratto. This collective project brings together six wineries, diverse territories, and one shared vision of authenticity. Through curated tastings, a strong value-based identity, and international outlook, the Association is accelerating the transformation of Sicilian viticulture with style, coherence, and momentum.