Il Passo Nerello Mascalese Zabu is made of 85% Nerello Mascalese and 15% Nero d'Avola. Before pressing, the grapes are lightly dried, a technique Vigneti Zabu borrowed from the Amarone region. Because the grapes are dried before pressing, the juice becomes much more intense and concentrated. While there is less juice, the quality is all the higher. Finally, Il Passo Nerello Mascalese Zabu is lightly aged for six months in French and American oak barrels. This gives the wine even more character. All of this combined makes this a perfect wine from the beautiful island of Sicily.
Are you a true wine lover looking for something truly Italian? Then try Il Passo Nerello Mascalese Zabu. You'll be captivated by its expressive aromas, broad bouquet, and above all, its exceptional quality. We're running out of superlatives to describe Il Passo Nerello Mascalese Zabu. Warm notes of red berries, strawberries, and raspberries, along with red flowers and an intense spiciness, will have you sipping Il Passo Nerello Mascalese Zabu again and again. Robust, full-bodied, and above all, perfectly balanced. In our opinion, a perfect wine. Try this red wine with a typical, hearty Italian pasta dish or spicy meat dishes. Il Passo Nerello Mascalese Zabu would also be a perfect accompaniment to an aperitif with a generous cheese platter.
