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.
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)
- 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