In the glass
Aroma: orange blossom, apricot jam, honey, dried peach, vanilla, candied citrus
Palate: apricot jam, honey, orange peel, vanilla cream, dried peach, lemon zest mineral
A rare white passito from Dal Forno, made from dried Moscato and Garganega grapes at the Illasi valley estate, applying the same concentration philosophy as the Amarone to a sweet white with orange blossom and apricot intensity.
What it pairs with
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Pastiera napoletana (orange blossom tart)
The wine's orange blossom and apricot notes echo the pastry's citrus-ricotta character. -
Torta di ricotta con limone
Ricotta lemon cake and the wine's apricot-honey acidity are a delicate match.
How to serve Dal Forno Romano Vigna Seré Passito Bianco
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 12-14°C. Cellar temperature (12-14°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (3-5oz pour) , the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Pastiera napoletana (orange blossom tart), Torta di ricotta con limone. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Vigna Seré is Dal Forno's unusual white passito, made in tiny quantities from dried Moscato and Garganega at the Illasi estate; a curiosity piece from the producer known for ultra-concentrated Amarone, applying the same drying logic to white grapes.
- 2000 — First Dal Forno Vigna Seré Passito Bianco Veneto IGT release
Facts
- Producer
- Dal Forno Romano
- Grapes
- Moscato Fior d'Arancio, Garganega
- Classification
- Veneto IGT
- Oak
- Fermented and aged 2 years in French oak barriques
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- €80-140 at retail (500ml)
- Drinking window
- 5-20 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2000
Frequently asked about Dal Forno Romano Vigna Seré Passito Bianco
What does Dal Forno Romano Vigna Seré Passito Bianco taste like?
On the nose, orange blossom, apricot jam, honey, dried peach, vanilla. On the palate, apricot jam, honey, orange peel, vanilla cream, dried peach. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a long finish. A rare white passito from Dal Forno, made from dried Moscato and Garganega grapes at the Illasi valley estate, applying the same concentration philosophy as the Amarone to a sweet white with orange blossom and apricot intensity.
When should I drink Dal Forno Romano Vigna Seré Passito Bianco?
Drink 5-20 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Dal Forno Romano Vigna Seré Passito Bianco?
Pastiera napoletana (orange blossom tart) is the canonical pairing; Torta di ricotta con limone is the other strong match. The wine's orange blossom and apricot notes echo the pastry's citrus-ricotta character.
What grapes are in Dal Forno Romano Vigna Seré Passito Bianco?
The blend is Moscato Fior d'Arancio, Garganega. The wine is classified as Veneto IGT.