{"product_id":"terre-siciliane-bianco-passito-naturale-igt-l-ecru-2022-firriato-0-5l","title":"Terre Siciliane White Passito Naturale IGT 'L'Ecrù' 2022 - Firriato (0.5l)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat wine is Terre Siciliane Bianco Passito Naturale IGT 'L'Ecrù' 2022 - Firriato (0.5l)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerre Siciliane Bianco Passito Naturale IGT 'L'Ecrù' 2022 - Firriato (0.5l)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sweet and refined wine that tells the story of Sicily through the \u003cstrong\u003eZibibbo\u003c\/strong\u003e grape variety, also known as Moscato d’Alessandria. Cultivated on the sunny hills of the province of Trapani, it benefits from the island's warm and dry climate and sea breezes that help preserve its freshness. It is a \u003cstrong\u003ePassito Naturale\u003c\/strong\u003e with an intense aromatic profile, soft yet balanced by a pleasant acidity and a slight minerality that prevents it from ever being cloying.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2022 vintage in Sicily was characterized by a dry and windy climate, with good temperature variations between day and night. These conditions favored a balanced ripening of the Zibibbo grapes, preserving aromatic fragrance and sugar concentration. The result is a wine with an exotic, harmonious, and particularly expressive aroma.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe grapes destined for \u003cstrong\u003e‘L’Ecrù’\u003c\/strong\u003e are hand-picked and then naturally dried, a process that concentrates sugars and aromas. Fermentation takes place slowly in steel tanks at controlled temperatures, to preserve the aromatic purity of the Zibibbo. After winemaking, the wine ages in steel until bottling, developing complexity without losing its natural freshness.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense golden yellow with amber reflections, anticipating the wine's aromatic richness.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Notes of candied orange peel, dried apricot, orange blossom honey, and sweet spices emerge on the nose. A delicate floral component, typical of Zibibbo, is also perceptible, lending elegance and vivacity to the bouquet.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sip is enveloping and velvety, with a natural sweetness balanced by a distinct freshness. The minerality and lively acidity maintain a long and clean finish, inviting another taste.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Terre Siciliane Bianco Passito Naturale IGT 'L'Ecrù' 2022 - Firriato (0.5l)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis Passito Naturale is ideal paired with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshortcrust pastry desserts, fruit tarts, and dry biscuits;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblue or aged cheeses, served with honey or citrus jams;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etraditional Sicilian sweet dishes such as cassata and cannoli.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nAlso excellent on its own, served chilled, as a meditation wine for a moment of pure pleasure.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\nFor those wondering \u003cstrong\u003ehow to store Terre Siciliane Bianco Passito Naturale IGT 'L'Ecrù' 2022 - Firriato (0.5l)\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is important to keep it in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature. A cellar or a cupboard away from heat sources are perfect. Although it is a Passito capable of evolving over time, it is recommended to consume it within 2-3 years of bottling to best appreciate its aromatic profile and freshness. After opening, it should be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within a few days to avoid losing its natural fragrance.","brand":"Firriato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415319015763,"sku":"T03-F018-2022-04A","price":33.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/terre-siciliane-bianco-passito-naturale-igt-l-ecru-2022-firriato-0-5l.jpg?v=1764414114","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/terre-siciliane-bianco-passito-naturale-igt-l-ecru-2022-firriato-0-5l","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}