Zibibbo

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  April 2012

  Donnafugata Ben Ryè Moscato Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2008

  Snoothrank: Starting at $35^.99

  Bright orange marmalade on the nose and big dried apricot with some honey and a nice nuttiness. Alcohol. Brown sugar. On the palate, it's bright, zesty and flavorful with orange peel, peach compote, golden raisins, orange marmalade and spice. Really lovely flavors. 3/10/12

  Wine review by VegasOenophile

  
  
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  December 2011

  Donnafugata Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria D.O.C 2009

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  The nose is like sweetened condensed peach juice, from a can. Kind of a sharp and volatile mouth, with tons of fruit, and lots of sweetness. Slightly metallic finish.

  Wine review by Chris Carpita

  
  
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  September 2011

  Donnafugata Grappa Ben Rye 2008

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  No written review

  Wine review by estherbmd

  
  
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  June 2011

  Donnafugata Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2007

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  From my online review of Donnafugata Ben Rye 2007 at ... in the fall, desiccating the Zibibbo grape (think Moscato) grown here into nearly raisins. It gets so windy here that the wine producers grow the grapes in low, circular bundles to protect the grappoli (bunches) from being... Read moreFrom my online review of Donnafugata Ben Rye 2007 at ... in the fall, desiccating the Zibibbo grape (think Moscato) grown here into nearly raisins. It gets so windy here that the wine producers grow the grapes in low, circular bundles to protect the grappoli (bunches) from being knocked off the vine. This is extreme wine making at its most passionate, and Pantelleria has a long history of making mind-blowing sweet wines.Donnafugata makes about 10,000 bottles of this rare and extraordinary wine, which they named Ben Ryé, from the Arabic Son of the Wind. The nose has a whole lot going on, with sweet spices, brown sugar and stone fruits wafting up from the glass. On the palate its a kaleidoscope of flavors apricot, grilled peaches, vanilla, baking spices, and remarkably balanced acidity that makes for a not-too-sweet experience. I drink this as a dessert in itself, but you can pair it with panna cotta, crème brulee, or just dip little almond biscotti in it. If youre into bleu cheeses, pair them with Ben Ryé.Both the 2007 and 2008 vintages are fantastic, so pick up whichever one you can find. If this wine doesnt blow you away, Ill turn in my Sommelier certification    (hide)

  Wine review by dalluva

  
  
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  June 2011

  Donnafugata Ben Rye Sicilia Passito di Pantelleria 2008

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  From my online review of Donnafugata Ben Rye 2008 at ... in the fall, desiccating the Zibibbo grape (think Moscato) grown here into nearly raisins. It gets so windy here that the wine producers grow the grapes in low, circular bundles to protect the grappoli (bunches) from being... Read moreFrom my online review of Donnafugata Ben Rye 2008 at ... in the fall, desiccating the Zibibbo grape (think Moscato) grown here into nearly raisins. It gets so windy here that the wine producers grow the grapes in low, circular bundles to protect the grappoli (bunches) from being knocked off the vine. This is extreme wine making at its most passionate, and Pantelleria has a long history of making mind-blowing sweet wines.Donnafugata makes about 10,000 bottles of this rare and extraordinary wine, which they named Ben Ryé, from the Arabic Son of the Wind. The nose has a whole lot going on, with sweet spices, brown sugar and stone fruits wafting up from the glass. On the palate its a kaleidoscope of flavors apricot, grilled peaches, vanilla, baking spices, and remarkably balanced acidity that makes for a not-too-sweet experience. I drink this as a dessert in itself, but you can pair it with panna cotta, crème brulee, or just dip little almond biscotti in it. If youre into bleu cheeses, pair them with Ben Ryé.Both the 2007 and 2008 vintages are fantastic, so pick up whichever one you can find. If this wine doesnt blow you away, Ill turn in my Sommelier certification    (hide)

  Wine review by dalluva

  
  
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  April 2011

  Donnafugata Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2004

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  No written review

  Wine review by Nhether

  
  
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  October 2010

  Brown Brothers Zibibbo Rosa Sparkling South Eastern Australia NV

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  Sweet and refreshing, it's a great dessert wine after a heavy meal. The ladies especially will love!

  Wine review by Dennis Lim

  
  
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  August 2010

  Donnafugata Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2007

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  No written review

  Wine review by WineGeekJen

  
  
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  August 2010

  Donnafugata Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2002

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  Fruity notes of dates and confectioned peaches. Sweet by finely balanced by sapidity in this very warm vintage.

  Wine review by carignano77

  
  
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  August 2010

  Donnafugata Ben Ryè Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2003

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  Candied oranges and white flowers, fresh fruity and mineral notes. Rich, complex, with entriguing sapidity.

  Wine review by carignano77

  
  

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