Old Samperi Perpetual Wine

Old Samperi Vino Perpetuo: the Dry Marsala by Marco de Bartoli

Old Samperi Vino Perpetuo is a dry fortified wine for meditation crafted by Marco de Bartoli, produced in Western Sicily from 100% Grillo. It emerges as an authentic expression of the Marsala territory and tells a story of depth, complexity, and strong identity. It is a wine designed for those seeking an intense, elegant, and unconventional experience, capable of uniting tradition, personality, and great expressive capacity.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from Contrada Samperi, in the inland area of Marsala, characterized by calcareous-sandy soils and a strong territorial imprint. The vineyard, cultivated between bush-trained and Guyot trellising, is over 40 years old and yields mature, concentrated fruit that aligns with the historical vocation of the area. The production follows the in perpetuum method, similar to the Solera system, with transfers of small amounts of new wine into barrels that contain already aged wines. The result is a wine of great stylistic continuity, deep and layered.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense and bright amber color. The aromatic profile is broad and penetrating, with hints of walnut husk, chestnut honey, vanilla, carob, and spices. On the palate, it is very smooth, soft in progression, and well-supported by a perfectly integrated alcoholic component. The balance between freshness, structure, and slight residual sweetness makes the sip enveloping and persistent, with a warm, coherent finish of great personality.

Recommended pairings

Old Samperi Vino Perpetuo is not just a wine for the end of a meal: it can accompany aged cheeses, braised meats, baked turbot, bottarga, and oysters. Its structure and natural sapidity make it interesting even with more complex preparations, while its elegance makes it surprising as an aperitif in refined tastings. It is ideal for those who enjoy refined and unconventional pairings.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate Old Samperi Vino Perpetuo, a serving temperature between 14 and 16°C is recommended. It can be served slightly cooler if offered as an aperitif, or at room temperature if tasted at the end of a meal. A brief moment of oxygenation in the glass helps to develop its aromatic complexity.

Why buy it

Choosing Old Samperi Vino Perpetuo means bringing to the table a wine of strong identity, linked to one of the most personal expressions of the Marsala tradition. The signature of Marco de Bartoli, the long aging, and the in perpetuum method contribute to defining a unique, authentic, and authoritative profile. It is a perfect bottle for those wishing to purchase a characterful wine online, to share on special occasions or to gift to those who appreciate great Sicilian wines.