Passito Najm

Malvasia dell Lipari DOC

Obtained from Malvasia and Corinto Nero grapes, grown in the age-old tradition of the aeolian islands, it has a warm velvety taste, slight hints of tannin, excellent and balanced structure with a goldenamber colour, there are hints of fresh fruit: apricot, fig, almond, ranging to honey, followed by floral sensations of jasmine. It goes well with desserts and ice cream. Particularl,recommended with marbled cheeses. Excellenton its own, for a quenching break.

Classification

White Wine Passito Najm Malvasia delle Lipari DOC

Grape

Malvasia Delle Lipari 95%, Corinto Nero 5%

Production Area

Capo Faro – Salina, Eolie Islands

Soil

Volcanic

Breeding System

Guyot

Color

Golden / coppery, with bright greenish reflections

Alcohol Content

13% vol

To be Tasted at

15 °c
Winemaking

Harvest

The grapes are harvested at the end of September. After the late harvest and after drying grapes on trellis, the grapes are gently pressed

Harvest

Maceration

The must is set for alcoholic fermentation for around 20-25 days at controlled temperature in stainless steel.

Maceration

Aging

Aged 1 year in stainless steel tanks, followed by 4 months of ageing in bottle.

Aging
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