Pantelleria Passito

Passito di Pantelleria DOC is one of the most famous natural sweet wines in the world, an oenological masterpiece born from the combination of Zibibbo grapes, the island’s scorching sun, and a thousand-year-old agricultural tradition. An undisputed symbol of Pantelleria, this wine tells a story of patience, craftsmanship, and love for a territory that is unique in terms of nature and culture.

A wine born of sun and wind

Producing Passito di Pantelleria means following an ancient ritual: after the harvest, part of the Zibibbo grapes are left to dry naturally in the sun, spread out on racks and turned by hand every day. The warm wind helps the grapes to dehydrate, concentrating their sugars, aromas, and fragrances.

The result is a rich and intense grape which, once added to the fermenting must, gives the wine an inimitable sensory depth.

Organoleptic characteristics: an unmistakable bouquet

Passito di Pantelleria is a complex and enveloping wine, known for its unique character:

• Color: bright golden, tending towards amber with aging.

• Aroma: intense aromas of apricot, dried figs, honey, dates, candied orange peel, and Mediterranean spices.

• Flawor: sweet but never cloying, balanced by a long mineral freshness that recalls the volcanic origin of the island.

Every sip is a journey through the scents of the Mediterranean scrub and the colors of Pantelleria.

The heroic agriculture that makes it unique

Passito wine comes from vineyards cultivated using the alberello method in Pantelleria, a traditional agricultural technique recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. The vines grow in small basins protected from the wind, surrounded by dry stone walls that define the island’s agricultural landscape.