{"product_id":"sicilia-bianco-passito-igt-moscato-dello-zucco-2014-cusumano-0-5l","title":"Sicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano (0.5l)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Sicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano (0.5l)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eSicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano (0.5l)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sweet meditation wine, born from the revival of an ancient Sicilian tradition. Produced among the hills that connect Partinico and Terrasini, in the province of Palermo, this Passito is a tribute to the island's winemaking history. The main grape variety is \u003cstrong\u003eMoscato Bianco\u003c\/strong\u003e, aromatic and sunny, which in this passito version expresses itself with great intensity and finesse.\nThe style is typically \u003cstrong\u003efresh, fragrant, and mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by a sweetness that is never cloying, a sign of Cusumano winery's mastery in reintroducing a label that had disappeared for over a century.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2014 vintage in Sicily was characterized by a \u003cstrong\u003ewarm but not excessive summer\u003c\/strong\u003e, with temperature swings between day and night that favored the development of complex aromas and perfect grape ripening. Thanks to a dry climate in the harvest weeks, the Moscato grapes were able to wither slowly, concentrating fragrances and sugars in a natural and harmonious way.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe production of \u003cstrong\u003eSicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano\u003c\/strong\u003e follows traditional methods. The grapes, selected and hand-picked, are left to dry in the sun to lose water and concentrate aromas and sweetness. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks at controlled temperatures, in order to preserve the typical aromatic notes of Moscato. Aging continues in small steel tanks and then in the bottle, to allow the wine to mature and achieve the right balance between freshness and structure.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nTo the eye, it presents an \u003cstrong\u003eintense golden yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e, bright and inviting, with amber reflections that speak of its nature as a sweet wine and its evolution over time.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe aroma is an explosion of Mediterranean scents: notes of dried apricot, acacia honey, candied orange peel, and white flowers. There are also hints of aromatic herbs and a slight minerality that expresses the character of the Sicilian territory.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003esweet but balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e by a lively freshness and a pleasant acidity. The fruity and honeyed notes perceived on the nose return, with a long and clean finish. It is a wine that captivates with its harmony and its ability to remain lively despite its passito nature.\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairings for Sicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano (0.5l)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eMoscato dello Zucco\u003c\/strong\u003e is perfect with fruit-based desserts and dry pastries. Ideal with apricot tarts, cassatas, Sicilian cannoli, or blue cheeses.\nSome pairing suggestions:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmond pastries and hazelnut desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon or ricotta tarts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue cheeses such as Gorgonzola or Roquefort, which create a pleasant sweet-savory contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIt is also excellent to enjoy on its own, as a meditation wine, at the end of a meal.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Sicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano (0.5l)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo preserve its unique characteristics, the \u003cstrong\u003eSicilia Bianco Passito IGT 'Moscato dello Zucco' 2014 - Cusumano (0.5l)\u003c\/strong\u003e should be stored in a cool, dark place free from temperature fluctuations, preferably horizontally.\nDespite its balance and structure, it is advisable to consume it within 2-3 years of purchase to fully appreciate its aromatic bouquet and natural sweetness. After opening, it can be kept in the refrigerator for a few days, using an airtight stopper, so that it does not lose its fragrance and the pleasant freshness that distinguishes it.","brand":"Cusumano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415275270483,"sku":"S09-C121-2014-04","price":40.12,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/sicilia-bianco-passito-igt-moscato-dello-zucco-2014-cusumano-0-5l.jpg?v=1764413523","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/sicilia-bianco-passito-igt-moscato-dello-zucco-2014-cusumano-0-5l","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}