Cata is iGreco's Gaglioppo from Calabria, in the far south of Italy. The Greco family's wine offers an approachable introduction to a grape closely associated with the region. Red berries, gentle oak complexity and a rounded palate make it an appealing choice for a meal built around savoury Mediterranean flavours.
- Aromas: Red berries are joined by vanilla, cocoa and liquorice, creating an inviting mix of fruit and gentle maturation notes.
- Palate: Round and balanced, with tannins that feel ripe and approachable. The fruit is supported by a savoury finish rather than a heavy, drying frame.
- Style: A dry, medium-to-full-bodied Calabrian red with supple texture and a gently oaked character, suitable for a range of hearty dishes.
- Winemaking: Made from Gaglioppo and matured for around six months in barriques during maturation. The wood adds texture and spice while keeping the grape's red-fruit character in view.
- Cellaring: Ready to drink now. Store in a cool and dark location.
- Food Pairing: Roast pork, tomato-rich pasta, lamb with herbs or aged cheese; grilled aubergine is an appealing vegetarian partner for its savoury notes.
Calabria is a rewarding corner of Italy to explore through wine, and Cata makes a friendly starting point. You get a local grape, rounded fruit and enough savoury interest for dinner. A lovely alternative when you want to move beyond your usual Italian red. Serve slightly cool in a generous glass, letting the fruit and savoury detail unfold with the meal.
iGreco
From the hills around Cariati on Calabria’s Ionian side, iGreco celebrates a family’s connection to southern Italy. Seven siblings carry forward an agricultural heritage in which olive growing and wine belong to the same landscape. Their identity is captured in the winery’s emblem: seven rings surrounding a central sun, with the spacing reflecting the siblings’ different ages. Local varieties are an important part of the collection, particularly Gaglioppo and Greco Bianco, alongside wines that explore Calabria through different blends and styles.
One of iGreco’s most intriguing directions is its traditional-method sparkling wine, bringing native Calabrian grapes into a category more often associated with northern Italy. Gaglioppo appears in rosé sparkling wine, while Greco Bianco offers a distinctive white expression. The wider range makes the estate an accessible introduction to a region that still feels underexplored. Its appeal lies in the combination of family identity, agricultural roots and a willingness to present Calabria in unexpected ways. For curious wine lovers, these are bottles that make southern Italy’s diversity feel immediate, personal and worth exploring.
