Nesos Passito di Pantelleria
Born from Zibibbo grapes (Moscato d'Alessandria) grown with passion on heroic terraces, caressed by the scorching sun and salty winds, this golden nectar tells a thousand-year-old story of toil, tradition and love for the land.
The grapes are laid on reed racks, exposed to the hot sun of Pantelleria for a period that varies depending on the year, thus concentrating the sugars and aromas. This slow drying is an ancient ritual, a tribute to time and nature.
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A sensory journey into the heart of Pantelleria.
Nesos Passito di Pantelleria DOC is not just a wine, it is an experience that captures the very essence of a volcanic island suspended between the sky and the sea. Born from Zibibbo grapes (Moscato d'Alessandria) grown with passion on heroic terraces, caressed by the scorching sun and salty winds, this golden nectar tells a thousand-year-old story of toil, tradition and love for the land.
A unique process, an unmistakable flavor.
The magic of Nesos Passito begins with the manual harvest, a careful selection of the ripest and most perfect bunches. The grapes are then placed on cane racks, exposed to the hot sun of Pantelleria for a period that varies depending on the year, thus concentrating the sugars and aromas. This slow drying is an ancient ritual, a tribute to time and nature.
An explosion of aromas and flavors.
Poured into the glass, Nesos Passito reveals an intense golden yellow color, almost amber, which preludes a complex and enveloping olfactory bouquet. The nose releases intense notes of candied fruit, such as apricot and orange peel, which blend with hints of acacia honey, dates, dried figs and raisins. A delicate floral background of orange blossom and jasmine intertwines with deeper notes of Mediterranean scrub, evoking the inebriating scents of the island. On the palate, Nesos Passito envelops with its velvety sweetness, never cloying, thanks to a pleasant freshness that balances its richness. The aromatic persistence is extraordinary, leaving an indelible memory of warm and enveloping flavors.
Characteristics:
Grapes: Zibibbo (Moscato di Alessandria) conveniently dried
Production area: Pantelleria
Soil composition: volcanic soil
Production per ha: 40/50 q.li
Grape yield for wine: 30% - 40% maximum
Pints per hectare: 2500
Cultivation: Pantellerian creeping sapling, cultivated manually
Age of the vines: 50/60 years
Harvest period: second ten days of August
Winery: manual harvesting of the grapes in crates, a part dried on cane mats. Long maceration of the grapes in the must, pressing and very slow fermentation during which the raisins are added several times
Aging: in steel silos for about 13 months Nesos Passito di Pantelleria D.O.P
Color: golden yellow with amber reflections Fragrance: characteristic of ripe and white grapes
Taste: sweet aromatic with almond aftertaste
Alcohol: 14.00% by vol.
Total acidity: 5 g/l
Sugars: 100-140 g/l
Annual production in hl: 20
Longevity: over 10 years
Serving temperature: 10 – 12 degrees
Pairings: Dry pastries: Perfect with the typical Sicilian "mustazzoli", almond biscuits, dried fruit tarts and panforte.
Blue cheeses: It pairs beautifully with Gorgonzola, Roquefort and Stilton, creating a fascinating contrast between sweetness and savouriness.
Dark chocolate: A gourmand pairing par excellence, enhancing the bitter notes of chocolate and the sweetness of passito.
Meditation: Ideal to be enjoyed alone, in a moment of relaxation, to fully appreciate its complexity and depth.
An experience that speaks of Sicily.
Nesos Passito di Pantelleria is more than just a wine: it is an authentic expression of the territory, a symbol of a thousand-year-old culture, an invitation to discover the magic of an island unique in the world.
