Maculan Torcolato is a fine Veneto passito from 100% air-dried Vespaiola grapes. Golden yellow, complex aroma of honey and candied fruit. Sweet, enveloping, balanced, persistent palate, 12.5% vol. Aged in barriques. Perfect with blue cheeses and dry desserts, serve at 10-12℃ in a tulip glass.
Italy - Veneto Sweet Passito Wine Vespaiola 100%
Maculan Torcolato Mezza - 2004 375 ml
66.96 €
Colour
Intense golden yellow, with amber reflections.
Bouquet
Aromatic and complex, notes of honey, dried apricot, candied citrus, and sweet spices.
Taste
Sweet, enveloping, and balanced. Rich and persistent, with hints of candied fruit and almond.
Alcohol content
12.5% vol.
Type of glass
Small tulip-shaped glass for sweet wines.
Pairings
Excellent with blue cheeses, foie gras, dry pastries, and fruit tarts.
Refinement
2-3 years in French oak barriques, followed by bottle aging.
Vinification
Natural drying of grapes for 4-5 months, soft pressing, fermentation in barriques.