Mineo Marsala
Two honest Sicilian Marsalas, dry and sweet, both under nine dollars.
The story behind Mineo
Marsala is a fortified wine from Sicily, made from local white grapes and strengthened with grape spirit, then aged in wood. The style sits between sherry and Madeira: dry versions run savory and nutty, sweet versions lean toward caramel and dried fruit. Both hold up for weeks after opening because the fortification protects them.
We keep Mineo in Commack in two bottlings, Dry and Sweet, each 750mL at $8.99. It is a working Marsala, the kind Sicilian kitchens keep on hand for chicken marsala and zabaglione, and the kind our regulars buy two at a time.
Explore the Mineo range
Two bottles, one label: Mineo Dry and Mineo Sweet, both 750mL and both $8.99 at our Commack counter.
| Expression | Type | Proof / ABV | Tasting notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mineo Dry Marsala 750mL | Fortified wine | Savory, nutty, dry finish; good for pan sauces and sipping chilled. | |
| Mineo Sweet Marsala 750mL | Fortified wine | Caramel and dried fig; dessert pour or splash for zabaglione. |
Which Mineo is right for you?
Both Mineo bottlings are $8.99 for a 750mL bottle, dry and sweet priced the same. At that number it is easy to keep one of each on the shelf: the dry for the skillet and the sweet for the last course. We stock one to two bottles at a time, so call ahead if you want both.
Keeps a bottle by the stove for chicken marsala and pan sauces.
Pours with biscotti or beats into zabaglione without spending much.
Mineo cocktails and pairings
Serve the dry chilled alongside salty cheese and olives, and the sweet at room temperature after dinner.