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Malvasia delle Lipari Passito DOC 50cl - Colosi 2023
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Format: 50 cl
19,21 €
Recommended price: 21,01 €
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Technical information
Producer
|
Colosi |
Name
|
Malvasia delle Lipari DOC Passito |
Variety
|
Malvasia delle Lipari |
Vintage
|
2023 |
Gradation
|
13.0% |
Format
|
50 cl |
 Aromatic profile |
Notes of honey, apricot, dried fruit, spices |
Vinification method
|
Grape drying, partial fermentation |
Region
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Sicily |
Production area
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Aeolian Islands, Sicily |
Country
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Italy |
Type
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Sweet passito wine |
Aging
|
Minimum 6 months |
Type of cask
|
Wooden or steel barrels |
 Color |
Intense golden yellow |
Serving temperature
|
10-12°C |
Recommended consumption
|
Within 5-7 years |
Pairing
|
Desserts, blue cheeses, dry pastries |
This precious Malvasia delle Lipari Passito produced by Colosi winery is a true gem for lovers of sweet and aromatic wine. Malvasia delle Lipari, a native grape variety of the Aeolian Islands, gives life to a wine with an intense and bright golden color, which immediately captures the eye in the glass.
The production process for this wine is particularly meticulous. The grapes, harvested by hand, are left to dry in the sun on racks until October, thereby concentrating their natural sugars. Subsequently, a slow fermentation preserves the aromas and flavors characteristic of the grape variety.
On the nose, the Malvasia delle Lipari Passito DOC by Colosi is an explosion of aromas: notes of dried apricot, honey, white flowers, and a light touch of vanilla delight the senses, inviting the first sip. On the palate, it is full and enveloping, with a perfect balance between sweetness and freshness. Accents of nut and caramel weave into a long and persistent finish.
This wine pairs beautifully with dry pastries, blue cheeses, and foie gras, but it can also be a magnificent star of the meal's end, for contemplation. It truly is a masterpiece that honorably represents the wine-making tradition of the Aeolian Islands.
Serve chilled, at a temperature of 8-10°C, to best appreciate its qualities. A 50cl bottle of Malvasia delle Lipari Passito DOC from Colosi winery is an excellent choice for connoisseurs seeking a passito wine of extraordinary quality and uniqueness.
The production process for this wine is particularly meticulous. The grapes, harvested by hand, are left to dry in the sun on racks until October, thereby concentrating their natural sugars. Subsequently, a slow fermentation preserves the aromas and flavors characteristic of the grape variety.
On the nose, the Malvasia delle Lipari Passito DOC by Colosi is an explosion of aromas: notes of dried apricot, honey, white flowers, and a light touch of vanilla delight the senses, inviting the first sip. On the palate, it is full and enveloping, with a perfect balance between sweetness and freshness. Accents of nut and caramel weave into a long and persistent finish.
This wine pairs beautifully with dry pastries, blue cheeses, and foie gras, but it can also be a magnificent star of the meal's end, for contemplation. It truly is a masterpiece that honorably represents the wine-making tradition of the Aeolian Islands.
Serve chilled, at a temperature of 8-10°C, to best appreciate its qualities. A 50cl bottle of Malvasia delle Lipari Passito DOC from Colosi winery is an excellent choice for connoisseurs seeking a passito wine of extraordinary quality and uniqueness.
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Production area
-Sicily
The winery
Colosi – Winery in Sicilia
Discover the story and wines of Colosi.
Family-owned winery with vineyards on the Aeolian Islands (Salina) and winemaking/bottling operations in Giammoro (Messina). Known for its Malvasia delle Lipari expressions, Salina IGP wines, and the organic "e-Colosi" line.
Region:
Sicilia
Country:
Italia
Founded:
1987
Grapes:
Malvasia delle Lipari, Malvasia, Grillo, Nero d'Avola, Inzolia, (varietà utilizzate per linee territoriali siciliane)
Production focused on Malvasia delle Lipari.
Winemaking facility in Salina with bottling in Giammoro.
'e-Colosi' organic/vegan line, with a focus on low environmental impact.
Well-established presence in domestic and international markets, with a variety of listings and ratings from wine critics.
Winery history
The Colosi family has been cultivating vineyards in the Aeolian Islands for decades. Current management is carried out by family members, with production activities spread between the island of Salina and the administrative and bottling headquarters in Giammoro, in the province of Messina. Over the years the company has developed both local wines typical of the Aeolian Islands and broader ranges for the Sicilian and international markets.
Production philosophy
Showcasing the native grape varieties of the Aeolian Islands through production practices that respect the local territory, offering wines that express the island's minerality and aromatic character; at the same time, the company offers a low environmental impact/organic line.
Terroir and vineyards
Main wine-growing presence on the island of Salina in the Aeolian Islands, with the winemaking cellar set among the vineyards on Salina and bottling and commercial operations carried out at the Giammoro / Pace del Mela site. Some lines also use grapes from other areas of Sicily.
Awards and recognitions
The company's website lists recent recognitions, such as mentions at the Merano WineFestival and WineHunter 2023 recognitions; the winery is also included in wine selections relevant to Italy.
Shipping security
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Italy
Starting from 5,90€
| Free over 99€
Europe
Starting from 6,90€
| Free over 149€
USA, UK, Switzerland
Starting from 39,90€
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Shipping costs vary according to the number of bottles and the total weight of the shipment.
Quality assurance
• All our products are stored with the utmost care to guarantee and preserve the original characteristics.
Shipping in 24-48h*
• *The preparation of your order begins immediately after the purchase. In the last 24 months, more than 95% of orders have been shipped (entrusted to the courier) in 24/48h. Delivery times vary according to the country of destination and the shipping service chosen.
Payment methods accepted
• Bank transfer
