In the center of the Sicilian Channel, not far from the coasts of Tunisia, lies an authentic gem of the Mediterranean: Pantelleria. The largest of the Sicilian minor islands, thanks to its volcanic soils, is famous worldwide for its most representative wine, the Passito di Pantelleria. Its alberello pantesco vineyards – included by UNESCO in 2014 among the oral and intangible heritage of humanity – tell the story of the island's strength and character.
In this paradise, in the Mueggen district, stands the ancient dammuso from the 1600s of the Ferrandes family, which, with an artisanal production of just 5,000 bottles a year, creates one of the most iconic sweet wines of Sicily. Salvatore Ferrandes, known as “Salvatureddu”, and his wife Dominica, carefully follow every phase of the process, even going so far as to sleep in the cellar during the most delicate moments of winemaking. The vineyard, covering only 2.7 hectares, is entirely cultivated with Zibibbo, according to natural criteria certified by the Consorzio Vini Veri.
The grapes, hand-picked, are dried in the sun for 8–15 days on volcanic stone drying racks, and are vinified in small vats. After six months of aging in steel, a complex and enchanting wine is born, with notes of dried apricot, honey, and candied citrus. Ideal with blue cheeses, dry pastries, dark chocolate and classic Sicilian desserts.
Available on Vino45, the Passito Ferrandes is a journey through the aromas and history of a unique island.
Address:
91017 Pantelleria (TP), Italy
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