Ferracane Muffato 18 Arinto Settimia is Antichi Vigneti Manca's

Settimia is Antichi Vigneti Manca's passito - a sweet wine

Goes well with: Piacenza charcuterie boards

Grapes: N/A - walnut liqueur

with the texture and savoury depth that amphora ageing brings to this otherwise crisp coastal variety

Ferracane Muffato 18 Arinto Settimia is Antichi Vigneti Manca'sMuffato was born almost by accident: in 2013, an abundant Catarratto harvest left Fabio Ferracane with surplus juice, which he put into a barrel and then, in his own words, half forgot for several years. The ullaged barrel developed flor and noble mould (muffa) as natural protection, turning what could have been vinegar into a Marsala style oxidative wine of real depth. Made on the model of Jura vin jaune but with the salty, sun baked character of