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Passito di Pantelleria DOC - Ben Ryè - Magnum - Donnafugata 2017
Format: 150 cl
142,44 €
Recommended price: 162,27 €
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Technical information
Producer
|
Donnafugata |
Name
|
Passito di Pantelleria DOC |
Variety
|
Zibibbo (Moscato di Alessandria) |
Vintage
|
2017 |
Gradation
|
14.5% |
Format
|
150 cl |
 Aromatic profile |
Notes of apricot, honey, dried figs, candied citrus |
Vinification method
|
Grapes drying on racks, partial fermentation |
Region
|
Sicily |
Production area
|
Pantelleria Island |
Country
|
Italy |
Type
|
Sweet passito wine |
Aging
|
Minimum 2 years |
Type of cask
|
Oak or steel barrels |
 Color |
Golden amber |
Serving temperature
|
12-14°C |
Recommended consumption
|
Within 10 years from harvest |
Pairing
|
Desserts, blue cheeses, dry pastries |
The "Ben Ryè" Passito di Pantelleria from Donnafugata is one of the most outstanding examples of natural sweet wine produced in Italy. Available in MAGNUM size, this wine is renowned for its intensity and unique aromatic complexity, capturing the essence of the island of Pantelleria.
"Ben Ryè" is made exclusively from hand-picked and carefully selected Zibibbo (Moscato d’Alessandria) grapes. The production involves a sun-drying process that concentrates sugars and aromas, followed by a slow fermentation and maturation that takes place in large oak barrels.
The wine has an intense golden amber color. On the nose, it presents a rich and complex aroma with dominant notes of dried apricot, figs, acacia honey, and intriguing hints of aromatic herbs and sweet spices. On the palate, it is wonderfully balanced: the natural sweetness is perfectly offset by a lively freshness, leading to a persistent and aromatic finish.
The "Ben Ryè" MAGNUM is a wine that offers an extraordinary tasting experience, ideally paired with desserts such as fruit tarts or blue cheese. Moreover, thanks to its presentation in the MAGNUM format, it serves beautifully as a centerpiece during special celebrations or as an exquisite gift for wine lovers.
Serve slightly chilled, at about 12-14°C, to enhance all its layers of flavor and aroma. This Passito di Pantelleria is a testament to Italian wine excellence, enchanting with every sip.
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"Ben Ryè" is made exclusively from hand-picked and carefully selected Zibibbo (Moscato d’Alessandria) grapes. The production involves a sun-drying process that concentrates sugars and aromas, followed by a slow fermentation and maturation that takes place in large oak barrels.
The wine has an intense golden amber color. On the nose, it presents a rich and complex aroma with dominant notes of dried apricot, figs, acacia honey, and intriguing hints of aromatic herbs and sweet spices. On the palate, it is wonderfully balanced: the natural sweetness is perfectly offset by a lively freshness, leading to a persistent and aromatic finish.
The "Ben Ryè" MAGNUM is a wine that offers an extraordinary tasting experience, ideally paired with desserts such as fruit tarts or blue cheese. Moreover, thanks to its presentation in the MAGNUM format, it serves beautifully as a centerpiece during special celebrations or as an exquisite gift for wine lovers.
Serve slightly chilled, at about 12-14°C, to enhance all its layers of flavor and aroma. This Passito di Pantelleria is a testament to Italian wine excellence, enchanting with every sip.
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How to serve
Serve to:
12-14°C
When to drink it:
This wine is good immediately
Production area
Sicily
The winery
Donnafugata – Winery in Sicilia
Discover the story and wines of Donnafugata.
Sicilian family-owned winery producing wines and olive oil across different areas of the island; known for its commitment to sustainability and for iconic wines such as Ben Ryé, Mille e una Notte and Tancredi.
Region:
Sicilia
Country:
Italia
Founded:
1983
Grapes:
Nero d'Avola, Frappato, Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante, Zibibbo, Grillo, Catarratto, Ansonica (Inzolia)
Vineyards and estates across multiple areas of Sicily: Contessa Entellina, Pantelleria, Vittoria, Etna and Marsala.
Ben Ryé: Passito di Pantelleria, considered one of the winery's iconic wines.
Long-standing commitment to sustainability: herbicide-free agricultural practices, calculation of carbon and water footprints, and participation in local projects.
An ongoing dialogue with art and music.
Also produces extra virgin olive oil at Tenuta di Vittoria.
Winery history
Donnafugata began as an entrepreneurial project of the Rallo family, led by Giacomo and Gabriella Rallo. The modern company grew out of the family’s historical roots in the province of Marsala. Since its founding the brand has expanded its presence across several Sicilian territories and is now led by the next generation. Over the years the company has complemented its traditional production with sustainability initiatives, experimentation with indigenous grape varieties, and cultural projects connected to art and music.
Production philosophy
Enhancing biodiversity and Sicily's indigenous grape varieties, combining respect for the land with sustainable practices. Donnafugata focuses on carefully crafted, sometimes niche wines rooted in distinct territories, with a strong connection to the arts and cultural initiatives such as Donnafugata Music & Wine.
Terroir and vineyards
Production is spread across several estates in Sicily: Contessa Entellina, the volcanic island of Pantelleria, the Vittoria district, the slopes of Etna and the historic cellars of Marsala. Each area is employed to express different grape varieties and styles, from Pantelleria’s passito wines to the reds of Vittoria and Etna.
Awards and recognitions
Donnafugata's iconic wines, particularly the Passito di Pantelleria Ben Ryé, have received accolades and high ratings from Italian and international guides and publications, including Gambero Rosso, DoctorWine, Veronelli, and other international reviewers cited by the company.
Official Awards
| Expert | Prize | Description | Vintage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambero Rosso |  |
3 Bicchieri Rossi - Eccellenza Assoluta | 2019 |
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