An extraordinary vineyard overlooking the sea
"We took a seat on a stone wall and began daydreaming".
For years, Alberto and Francesca Tasca d’Almerita had admired a vineyard dominated by Malvasia in a stunning area with a rich history.
Attracted by this extraordinary combination of land and vines, Capofaro was finally created in 2001.
BEAUTY IS LIGHT,
INSPIRATION, GUIDANCE.
LIKE A LIGHTHOUSE AT NIGHT ON SALINA.
IT IS A FRONTIER LAND
THAT EMBRACES THE SKY
AND DIVES INTO THE SEA.
IN SICILY BEAUTY IS FRESH AND GOLDEN
LIKE A MALVASIA FROM LIPARI.
BEAUTY IS CAPOFARO
AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO CULTIVATE IT.
Aeolian Islands
Illuminated by a historic lighthouse on the bluff, the charm of this 30+ year old vineyard seduces anyone who observes whether by sea or by land. A detailed study of the vineyard revealed the parcel of land next to the lighthouse to be exceptionally promising and worth preserving. And so, in 2004, the “”Amphitheater”” vineyard was planted to preserve the genetic richness of the old vines already present in Capofaro, along with the best genetic makeup of the other parts of the island.
The soils (volcanic, sandy, draining, with high porosity but good water retention) and the dynamic micro-climate due to the proximity to both mountains and sea, have helped to preserve the fruit and maintain freshness and acidity in the wines.
Today, we have the opportunity to compare the expressiveness of Malvasia not only in other privileged areas of Salina (for example, in the high zone of Valdichiesa) but also on another of the Aeolian islands: on the nearby Vulcano, Tasca d’Almerita cultivates another wonderful vineyard that has been passionately cared for over the years.
Malvasia
delle Lipari
Capofaro Tasting
Capofaro is the ideal place for those seeking relaxation, wellness, and immersion in the world of wine. An island escape to discover curated flavors and fine details. It is an encounter between Sicilian cuisine and the gastronomic traditions of the Tasca family reimagined through the best local raw materials, craftsmanship, and creative flair of an eclectic chef.
At Capofaro, nature reigns above all with Tasca d’Almerita as its careful guardian. The vineyards overlook the crystal clear sea, the vegetable gardens and fields blossom in shady corners, and the small white dwellings blend fluidly with the Aeolian landscape. More than just a corner of paradise, Capofaro is a harmonious ecosystem. It is here that Capofaro’s “Amphitheater” vineyard, a lush and spectacular basin set in the heart of the estate, serves as a natural backdrop to one of the most exciting wine bars in the Mediterranean and, certainly, the most coveted of the Aeolian Islands.