Kabir Moscato di Pantelleria DOC Donnafugata

Kabir Moscato di Pantelleria DOC is a wine produced by the Donnafugata winery, located on the island of Pantelleria, off the coast of Sicily. This area is characterized by a Mediterranean climate, with hot, windy summers and mild winters. The soil is of volcanic origin, rich in minerals, which give the wine a particular complexity and intensity. The wine is made exclusively from Moscato d'Alessandria grapes, known locally as Zibibbo. These grapes are grown in small stone terraces, called "conche," which protect the vines from the wind and help conserve soil moisture. The vines are raised according to the traditional alberello system, an ancient method of cultivation that involves the use of small, low, sturdy trees that can withstand the island's extreme weather conditions. The production process of Kabir Moscato di Pantelleria DOC begins with the harvest, which is done by hand in several stages to select grapes at perfect ripeness. After the harvest, the grapes are dried in the sun for about 20-30 days to concentrate the sugars and aromas. Next, the grapes are pressed and the resulting must is fermented at a controlled temperature. The wine is then aged in steel tanks for at least 4 months, followed by further bottle aging for at least 4 months before release. Kabir Moscato di Pantelleria DOC is a sweet wine with an intense bouquet of exotic fruit, honey and Mediterranean flowers. The palate is rich and aromatic, with a pleasant acidity that balances the sweetness and gives freshness and drinkability. It is a perfect wine to pair with fruit-based desserts and dry pastries, but can also be enjoyed as a meditation wine.