Malvasia delle Lipari is a type of Italian white wine produced in the Aeolian Islands, specifically in the Lipari Island, hence the name. The wine is known for its sweet, dessert-like taste, often characterized by honey, apricot and fig flavors with nutty nuances.
The primary grape used to produce this wine is the Malvasia di Lipari grape, but it sometimes can be blended with a bit of Corinto Nero. The vineyards used for this wine are typically grown on the volcanic slopes of the island, which provide exceptional and unique mineral-rich soil conditions.
Malvasia delle Lipari's bright golden-yellow color pairs well visually with its harmonious sweet flavors, and has a bouquet of Mediterranean scrub with strong hints of apricot and figs, followed by honey, black pepper and bitter almond.
This type of wine is typically consumed young, but it can also be aged for several years for a more refined taste. It is most commonly served with desserts, foie gras, blue cheese or simply on its own.
The Malvasia delle Lipari DOC was granted in 1984, which ensures that wines labelled as such meet certain quality and production method standards.
