{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-bukkuram-padre-della-vigna-passito-pantelleria-0-5l-2023","title":"Marco De Bartoli Bukkuram Padre della Vigna Passito Pantelleria 0.5L 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBukkuram Padre della Vigna by Marco De Bartoli is a sweet white wine made from Zibibbo grapes on the island of Pantelleria. An authentic expression of the Sicilian territory, it stands out for its intense and elegant aromatic profile, based on a deep balance between sweetness, acidity and enveloping smoothness. The palate is harmonious and structured, ideal to enjoy as a \u003cstrong\u003emeditation wine\u003c\/strong\u003e or at the end of a meal. Served at a temperature between twelve and sixteen degrees, this Passito di Pantelleria enhances refined desserts and proves to be an ideal companion for \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003emaceration with dried grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e imparts a profound gustatory complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the Bukkuram district, in the fascinating hilly landscape of the island of Pantelleria. The roots of the old vines delve into rich \u003cstrong\u003evolcanic soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, within a landscape characterised by heroic viticulture where the vines are cultivated according to the \u003cstrong\u003ealberello pantesco\u003c\/strong\u003e method, a UNESCO heritage. Yields per hectare are deliberately kept low to ensure maximum intensity of aromas. The agronomic management of these historic vineyards provides a \u003cstrong\u003econcentrated raw material\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfect for supporting the complex cellar processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest takes place between August and early September. Some of the bunches rest in the sun on special racks, protected by lava stone walls, for a \u003cstrong\u003enatural drying\u003c\/strong\u003e lasting several weeks, while the remaining fruit ripens on the vine. During fermentation, the dried grapes, destemmed by hand, are added to the must, initiating a \u003cstrong\u003eslow maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e of three months that harmoniously integrates the sugar component. Ageing continues for over two years in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, finishing the process in steel tanks. This meticulous artisanal process allows for an impeccable gustatory balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced only in the finest vintages, \u003cstrong\u003eBukkuram Padre della Vigna\u003c\/strong\u003e celebrates the ancient Arab tradition of passito. On the island of Pantelleria, the old Zibibbo vines are cultivated using the \u003cstrong\u003ealberello pantesco\u003c\/strong\u003e method, an agricultural practice now protected by UNESCO. Its extraordinary harmony is born from sun-drying the grapes and a slow three-month maceration, completed by a lengthy ageing in barriques. Awarded the \u003cstrong\u003eBibenda 5 Grappoli\u003c\/strong\u003e, this exceptional wine enchants the palate thanks to an unrivalled balance between structure, acidity, and an enveloping softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marco De Bartoli","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47733041561771,"sku":"62483","price":107.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/marco-de-bartoli-bukkuram-padre-della-vigna-passito-pantelleria-0-5l-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}