Bites of Light Zibibbo Passito Florio 0.5

Morsi di Luce Zibibbo passito Florio is a fine wine made in Sicily, more specifically on the island of Pantelleria, a volcanic territory located between Sicily and Tunisia. This island is famous for the production of passito wines, thanks to its warm and windy climate, ideal for drying grapes. The vineyard from which this wine comes is characterized by volcanic soil, rich in minerals, which gives the wine a particular complexity and intensity. The grapes used are those of Zibibbo, a native Sicilian grape variety, also known as Moscato d'Alessandria, which is perfectly adapted to the climatic conditions of Pantelleria. The production process of Morsi di Luce Zibibibbo passito Florio begins with the harvest, which takes place between late August and early September. The grapes are harvested by hand and then left to dry in the sun for about 20 to 30 days on racks called "cannizzi." This process allows the sugars and aromas to concentrate in the grapes. After drying, the grapes are pressed and the resulting must is fermented at a controlled temperature. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for at least 12 months, during which time it acquires additional aromas and complexity. Morsi di Luce Zibibbo passito Florio has an intense golden yellow color and offers a rich and complex bouquet on the nose, with notes of candied fruit, honey, dried apricot and sweet spices. The palate is sweet, warm and enveloping, with good acidity balancing the sweetness and a long, lingering finish. This wine is perfect with dried fruit desserts, blue cheeses or foie gras. It can also be an excellent meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly to appreciate all its nuances.