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Structure
Drinking window
Best 2 to 5 years from vintage.
vintage2 yrs5 yrs8 yrs
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In the glass
Aroma: white peach, citrus blossom, almond, salted herbs
Palate: peach, lemon zest, herbal, clean mineral
Named for local volcanic-spring activity, Mofete is Zisola's fresh Grillo: peach-citrus aromatics, herbal freshness and clean mineral finish from the warm Noto terroir.
What it pairs with
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Grilled prawns with garlic and lemon
Citrus blossom and fresh mineral notes complement chargrilled shellfish perfectly. -
Caprese with Sicilian tomatoes
Peach and herb aromatics bridge mozzarella, ripe tomato and basil. -
Tuna tartare with capers
High acid and salted-herb notes complement the brininess of capers against raw tuna.
How to serve Zisola Mofete
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled prawns with garlic and lemon, Caprese with Sicilian tomatoes, Tuna tartare with capers. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Mofete, meaning volcanic gas vents, is Zisola's white wine addition, using Grillo from the sun-warmed Noto soils. It reflects the Mazzei family's commitment to native Sicilian whites alongside their red focus.
- 2008: First Mofete Grillo produced from Noto-area estate vineyards
Facts
- Producer
- Zisola (Mazzei) · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Grillo (100%)
- Classification
- Sicilia DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel only
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- EUR 16-24 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-5 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2008
Frequently asked about Zisola Mofete
What does Zisola Mofete taste like?
On the nose, white peach, citrus blossom, almond, salted herbs. On the palate, peach, lemon zest, herbal, clean mineral. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a fresh and clean finish. Named for local volcanic-spring activity, Mofete is Zisola's fresh Grillo: peach-citrus aromatics, herbal freshness and clean mineral finish from the warm Noto terroir.
When should I drink Zisola Mofete?
Drink 2-5 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Zisola Mofete?
Grilled prawns with garlic and lemon is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Caprese with Sicilian tomatoes and Tuna tartare with capers. Citrus blossom and fresh mineral notes complement chargrilled shellfish perfectly.
What grapes are in Zisola Mofete?
The blend is Grillo (100%). The wine is classified as Sicilia DOC.
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