Torcolato passito Maculan Veneto IGT

Torcolato passito Maculan Veneto IGT is a fine wine produced in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy. This wine is produced by the Maculan winery, one of the most renowned in the area, located in the heart of the Breganze appellation, a wine-growing area of great tradition. The territory of Breganze is characterized by a temperate climate, with cold winters and hot summers, but mild thanks to the proximity of the Alps. The soils are mainly of volcanic origin, rich in minerals, which give the wines a particular complexity and intensity of aromas. Maculan's Torcolato passito is made mainly from Vespaiola grapes, an indigenous variety of Veneto. These grapes are grown in hilly vineyards, where sun exposure and ventilation are optimal for grape ripening and sugar concentration. The production process of Torcolato is very special and requires great care and attention. The grapes are hand-picked into small boxes and then hung to "torcolare" (hence the name of the wine) in well-ventilated rooms for about four months. During this time, the grapes slowly dry, losing water and concentrating sugars. Next, the grapes are pressed and the resulting must is fermented in French oak barrels, where the wine ages for at least a year. The result is a sweet but balanced wine with great aromatic complexity. Maculan Torcolato passito has an intense golden yellow color, with aromas of honey, dried apricot, nuts and spices. The palate is full, soft, 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 in moments of relaxation.