Passito di Siracusa, Very Very Old Sweet Wine
Casa Vinicola Aretusa - Moscato
Bottle size: 70cl
ABV: 16%
Price:
£99.00
Description
The *Passito di Siracusa* from Casa Vinicola Aretusa is a sumptuous Sicilian dessert wine, crafted from the island’s prized Moscato grapes grown in the sun-drenched vineyards around Siracusa. Using the traditional *passito* method, the grapes are hand-harvested at peak ripeness and then laid out to dry under the warm Mediterranean sun, concentrating their sugars and intensifying their naturally vibrant aromas. The result is a wine of golden richness, perfumed elegance, and unmistakable Sicilian character.
In the glass, it shines with a deep amber-gold colour, a visual promise of its opulence. The bouquet is intoxicating, offering layers of orange blossom, jasmine, and honeysuckle, intertwined with ripe apricot, candied citrus peel, and acacia honey. Hints of almond, vanilla, and warm spice from careful ageing add depth and intrigue to its aromatic profile.
On the palate, Casa Vinicola Aretusa’s *Passito di Siracusa* is velvety, rich, and perfectly balanced. Flavours of dried apricot, fig, golden raisin, and honeyed peach unfold in luxurious layers, lifted by a fresh, balancing acidity that keeps the wine vibrant. The finish is long, lingering, and perfumed, leaving a trail of floral and citrus notes that invite another sip.
Traditionally enjoyed as a dessert wine on its own, it also pairs beautifully with Sicilian pastries, almond biscuits, fruit tarts, and aged cheeses. The *Passito di Siracusa* is not just a sweet wine—it is an authentic taste of Sicilian sunshine and heritage, capturing the island’s generosity and warmth in every drop.
Condition
Good conditions
