Elba Aleatico Passito

About the wine

Elba Aleatico Passito is a prestigious sweet red wine from the island of Elba in Tuscany, recognized as a DOCG since 2011. Crafted exclusively from the Aleatico grape, this passito wine is defined by a traditional drying process where grapes are withered for at least 10 days to reach a minimum sugar content of 30%. The resulting wine is characterized by its deep ruby color, which can lean toward garnet with age, and an intense, aromatic profile. On the palate, it is harmonious, full-bodied, and sweet, with a significant alcohol content and high extract levels. The production is deeply tied to the island's Mediterranean climate and varied geological soils, which contribute to the wine's distinct structure and complexity. It is a labor-intensive wine, typically produced by small, family-run estates that manage the entire process from vineyard to bottle, ensuring the preservation of its historical and qualitative integrity.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production zone for Elba Aleatico Passito encompasses the entire administrative territory of the municipalities on the island of Elba, located in the Tuscan Archipelago. The vineyards are situated in diverse geological areas, ranging from the granitic soils of the Monte Capanne massif in the west to the sedimentary and metamorphic soils of the central and eastern parts of the island, with cultivation occurring from sea level up to 450 meters altitude.