A wine Passito of Pantelleria, at D.O.C. since 1971, but that the isle holds dear in the memory of the Goddess Tanit when it was able to win against ambrosia of the Gods’ and conquer Apollo’s love. All over the world, Benanti dedicates infinite care to its sweetness, remindful of antique traditional techniques in the grape selection, raisining and sun drying.
Description
Classification: Moscato Passito di Pantelleria D.O.C Area of production: countryside Mueggen, island of Pantelleria (Tp). Climate: temperate Mediterranean, humid, windy all year long. Terrain: volcanic, rich in minerals and silicates. Grape Variety: Zibibbo 100% grown as alberello (free standing bush) very low in hollow terrain to protect it from the wind. Density of implantation: 4,000 vinestocks per hectare. Grapes yield per hectare: 55 q. Age of vineyards: 100 years, in part with vines "franco di piede" (ungrafted). Vinification: the grapes, harvested at the end of September, are vinified in red with long maceration of the must with the skins in 52-hectoliter oak casks. Maturation: after malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in small casks (225 liters) for more than one year. Refining: in bottle for at least 12 months. Organoleptic characteristics: - Color: golden yellow with tints of amber. - Scent: fragrant of dried raisin, with nuances of dried figs and spices - Taste: balanced, aromatic and intense. Alcoholic content: 14-15 % by VOL. Serving temperature: lightly cool. Duration: it maintains its organoleptic characteristics for many years.
