Aleatico dell'Elba

About this wine

Acquabona's flagship wine and Elba's most celebrated appellation: a passito made from 100% Aleatico grapes naturally dried in the sun for 10-15 days, then aged 24-36 months in large wooden barrels. Elegant, intriguing, and internationally awarded, it is one of Italy's rare aromatic sweet reds.

Sommelier's Note

"This is the wine that put Acquabona on the map — a passito with the perfume of roses and the depth of a great fortified red, no dessert required."

Food Pairings

A classic match for dark chocolate desserts, aged pecorino, and dried fruit; also delightful on its own as a meditation wine after dinner.

When to drink it

After-dinner dessert wine, celebratory toasts, gifting

Specs

Grape Varieties

Aleatico

Style

Sweet

Price Range

$45-52 for a 375ml bottle (approx. ¥6,800-7,800; converted from EU retail ~€41, reference estimate)

Terroir & Winemaking

Around 13-13.5% ABV with residual sugar under 160 g/L and total acidity around 7 g/L; displays intense ruby color and profound notes of black cherry, morello cherry, prune, violet, rose, peony, gentian, and spice. Often bottled in 375ml half-bottles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grape is used to make Acquabona's Aleatico dell'Elba?

It is made from 100% Aleatico, an aromatic red variety naturally dried in the sun before fermentation.

Is Aleatico dell'Elba a sweet wine?

Yes, it is a sweet passito-style dessert wine with residual sugar typically under 160 g/L.

What does it taste like?

It offers profound notes of black cherry, morello cherry, prune, violet, rose, peony, gentian, and spice, with an elegant, intriguing character.

What food pairs well with it?

Dark chocolate desserts, aged pecorino cheese, and dried fruit are classic pairings; it is also enjoyable on its own.

Has it won any awards?

Yes, Acquabona's Aleatico dell'Elba has received multiple national and international awards, including recognition in the Vini Buoni d'Italia guide.