Zibibbo
Aka Moscato di Alessandria (Muscat of Alexandria). Member of the large Muscat family of varieties; offspring of Moscato Bianco. Aromas & flavors: Apricot, orange blossom, lily of the valley, ginger, dried herbs; (sweet wines) orange jam, caramel, fig, raisin. Best DOP: Pantelleria DOC.
In a nutshell
Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Moscato d’Alessandria, Moscato di Alessandria, Moscato di Pantelleria; Moscatel de Alejandria (in Spain), Moscatel de Setubal (in Portugal), Muscat d'Alexandrie (in France), Muscat Gordo Blanco (in Australia), Muscat of Alexandria
Best Known For: Pantelleria
Where Grown: Almost exclusively in Sicilia (97%)
Vineyard Area: 2,343 ha (5,787 acres)
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