Pellegrino Marsala Superiore Secco
A dry fortified Marsala Superiore from the Pellegrino estate, made with Catarratto and Grillo grapes, solera-aged for smoothness, exceeding 14% ABV. Classified under HTS 2204.21.60.00 due to its IRS-entitled 'Marsala' type designation displayed on the approved label and packaging in 750ml bottles. This Sicilian specialty embodies traditional Marsala production methods.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If lacking specific IRS Marsala label entitlement
Absence of approved 'Marsala' designation places it in the broader category for other high-strength wines.
If considered sparkling due to effervescence
Wines with excess pressure ≥3 bars at 20°C in closed containers qualify as sparkling, changing the heading.
If ethyl alcohol content deemed too high for wine
Excessive fortification might reclassify it as undistilled ethyl alcohol from fermented materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain TTB Certificate of Label Approval confirming 'Marsala' wording before shipment; test for alcoholic strength at 20°C to ensure >14% vol compliance; watch for mislabeling as 'Madeira-style' which could trigger reclassification
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Martinez Marsala Vergine DOP
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Rallo Marsala Superiore Riserva Semisecco
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Curatolo Marsala Fine IP
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De Bartoli Vecchio Marsala
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