Donnafugata, Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria, 2023 (Case) Bodegas Manzanos Sweet ripe cherry fruit dominates

Sweet ripe cherry fruit dominates the front palate which then develops into a more savoury wine

This is a blend of the two Manseng grapes along with Petit Courbu

which is why the producer chose large French oak puncheons to do the job

velvety and elegant

A golden yellow colour and a captivating rose

Donnafugata, Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria, 2023 (Case) Bodegas Manzanos Sweet ripe cherry fruit dominatesBrilliant amber in colour, Ben Ry. is wonderfully fresh and complex. The bouquet is intense and fragrant aromas of apricots and candied citrus zest combine with notes of Mediterranean thyme and rosemary. The palate is well defined and intense, with pleasant sweetness well balanced by fresh acidity and great minerality. The finish is long and persistent a captivating Passito di Pantelleria.