Zibibbo

Classification: Terre siciliane – Indicazione Geografica Protetta
Vine variety: Zibibbo o Moscatellone
Location of vineyards: Western Sicily
Average altitude: 60 meters above sea level
Vine training: Espalier
Average age of vineyards: 10 years
Ripening: End August - September
Alcoholic fermentation: Initial fermentation in steel silos at controlled temperature. The process is stopped by adding wine spirit.
Color: Light gold
Aroma: Composite, rich and expressive with prevalence of orange, tangerine and dried raisins
Taste: Soft but strong, sweet and warm, citrus and viscous
Alcohol content: 16% vol.
Sugar content: 130 g/liter
Ageing in bottles: 2 months minimum
Food pairings: Excellent dessert wine. It pairs well with dry pastries and fruit icre-creams
Serving temperature: 10-12 °C as aperitif, 16-18 °C as dessert.