Elba Aleatico Passito

Elba Aleatico Passito is an Italian dessert wine from the island of Elba—the largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago. The wines are produced from Aleatico grapes that dried on wooden racks before they are processed into must. The final result is an intense, ruby-red wine that is full-bodied, aromatic, and sweet, but with a good balance of acidity and alcohol.

Typical aromas and flavors include fruity and spicy nuances reminiscent of red fruits, cinnamon, cloves, dried fruit, and fruit jam. These age-worthy wines make an excellent digestif, but they also pair well with not overly sweet desserts, such as dry pastries and fruit tarts, as well as chocolate or blue cheese.