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The Feud Principi di Butera is an estate that belonged to two of the noble and powerful Sicilian families, that of Branciforte and Lanza. The old feud is now fully restored property of the Zonin family, committed to enhancing this unique land, plenty of sun and perfumes, producing world-class wines that express the whole soul and strength of Sicily. Renowned and envied around the world are the two wines produced on the estate: 1) Il Simposio, a true expression of the deepest soul of Sicily. 2) Insolia classified as a Sicily DOC. Rich flavor, balanced with delicate hints of sweet almond.

A terrible story at the limits of credibility. In 1960, the Prosecutor of Caltanissetta emits an arrest warrant for four friars of the Franciscan convent of Mazzarino: extortion, violence, murder, crime simulation for the friars who had taken a vow of poverty, chastity and obedience. March 1962 Messina Court of Assizes: Vittorio Venancio, Agrippino and Carmelo, these monks of Mazarin, "that after two years in prison come before the courts accused of conspiracy, conspiracy to commit murder and extortion continued. The four singular men of faith were tried and convicted in a trial that impassioned Italy of those time. What mystery is hidden in the cells of these unusual monks? How many truths are kept in the depths of the ancient convent? Let's find out together.

The Abbey of the Holy Spirit is a church of Norman origin. It 'clear that the Holy Spirit was one of the first parish in the city, which was consecrated in 1153 as reported by the date engraved on the memorial plaque, placed on the left pillar of the main apse. The Abbey contains remarkable works such as the Crocifisso of Staglio and very ancient baptismal font, probably dating to the Byzantine period, and Roman cinerary urn. The main altar is made of sandstone blocks characteristic of Sabucina (archaeological site a few kilometers from the church) that assemble beautifully with the simplicity and uniqueness of the small abbey.