{"title":"Zibibbo Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eZibibbo is an aromatic grape from Sicily known for floral citrus and tropical fruit flavours with vibrant perfume and natural sweetness. Used for dry, semi sweet and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dessert-wine\" title=\"Dessert Wine\"\u003edessert wines\u003c\/a\u003e, especially on Pantelleria, it offers expressive character and Mediterranean charm. Zibibbo appeals to lovers of fragrant distinctive wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cantine-pellegrino-gibele-terre-siciliane-75cl","title":"Cantine Pellegrino Gibele Terre Siciliane 2024 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eGibele, is a fresh and dry white wine from Zibibbo grapes, with a long and lingering taste. The bouquet is intense, with notes of jasmine, lavender, hints of green apple and citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pellegrino\" title=\"Pellegrino Wine\"\u003ePellegrino Wine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pellegrino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250853839191,"sku":"118851","price":18.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_10098-gibele-pellegrino.jpg?v=1753186594"},{"product_id":"wild-wilder-cloud-cuckoo-land-white-blend-75cl","title":"Wild \u0026 Wilder Cloud Cuckoo Land White Blend 2019 75cl","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eThistledown is all about fun, quality, and approachable wines. Founded by Giles Cooke MW and Fergal Tynan MW, the team works closely with their growers to craft wines that celebrate great fruit, made with love and care. Every bottle is a reflection of their hands-on approach—from bud burst to bottling—and embodies the joy of sharing wine with friends, food, and memorable moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eViticulture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eVines are trellised and spur-pruned, with minimal irrigation to control vigour and occasional shoot thinning to manage yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eGrapes are hand-picked, gently de-stemmed and crushed. Greco and Zibibbo varieties are left on skins for 24 hours before separate cool fermentation, followed by maturation on lees to enhance texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eCloud Cuckoo Land is a vibrant, textural white wine with expressive aromas of almond blossom, quince, and ripe pear. The palate is tangy, pithy, and almost exotic, delivering a lively and approachable style that embodies Thistledown’s playful spirit and low-intervention ethos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eVarieties: Greco 46%, Fiano 32%, Zibibbo 22%\u003cbr data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eOak Ageing: None\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wild \u0026 Wilder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250855379287,"sku":"118909","price":13.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_10165-cloud-cuckoo-land-wild-wilder.jpg?v=1753186648"},{"product_id":"orsogna-luna-gaia-terre-siciliane-zibibbo-biodynamic-75cl","title":"Orsogna Luna Gaia Terre Siciliane Zibibbo Biodynamic 2024 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eLuna Gaia Zibibbo Maganza is a mesmerising, aromatic white from Sicily — made from one of the world's rarest and most ancient grape varieties, with a history stretching back 5,000 years to ancient Egypt, brought to Sicily by the Phoenicians. Biodynamic certified, vegan, and fermented with ambient yeasts to let the grape speak entirely for itself, this is a wine of extraordinary perfume, complexity, and character. There is nothing quite like it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuna Gaia is born from a partnership between Cantina Orsogna and BioGaia, a biodynamic Sicilian farmer collective. The labels are a visual homage to L'Opera dei Pupi Siciliana — the Sicilian Puppet Opera, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage — and each wine tells a chapter of Ludovico Ariosto's Italian epic poem Orlando Furioso. The front label depicts the fight between Orlando and Rinaldo, both in love with Princess Angela. The wine is as captivating as the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZibibbo — the Sicilian name for Muscat of Alexandria — is grown on Sicily's volcanic soils under a maritime influence that imparts elegance and mineral character. Biodynamic certified and certified sustainable. Fermented with ambient yeasts to allow the grape to express its own intensely perfumed character. Unoaked. Off-dry. 13% ABV. Cork closure. Vegan and vegetarian. Contains sulphites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesmerising aromatics of white blossom, honeysuckle, and Mediterranean herbs on the nose. The palate is full and expressive — ripe peach, candied orange peel, and hints of subtle mango, with a savoury saline note on the finish. Beautifully balanced by a crisp acidity that stands up to the fruit intensity. Medium-bodied and endlessly intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent with Asian stir-fries, sushi, scallops in a cream sauce, and spiced seafood dishes. Also a wonderful match for Moroccan-inspired cuisine, soft cheeses, and aromatic rice dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria) 100% \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orsogna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51251084001623,"sku":"121744","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_13754-Orsogna-Luna-Gaia-Terre-Siciliane-Zibibbo-Biodynamic-2022-75cl.jpg?v=1753189977"},{"product_id":"cortese-nostru-orangeutan-organic-75cl","title":"Cortese Nostru Orange-utan 2024 Organic 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eCortese Nostru Orange Bianco is a vibrant, skin-contact wine crafted from organic Inzolia and Zibibbo grapes, resulting in a naturally orange hue and a fresh, expressive character. The wine balances bright fruitiness with subtle aromatic complexity, offering a lively and approachable style that showcases the unique qualities of Sicilian white varietals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an accessible introduction to the world of orange wine, crafted with extended skin contact to create natural colour and gentle tannins. Made from certified organic Sicilian grapes and produced with minimal intervention, it offers the intrigue of skin-contact winemaking with bright, approachable fruit character. The playful name reflects the wine's fun, easy-drinking nature, while the quality and craftsmanship deliver serious value for those exploring natural and orange wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeet the Producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzienda Agricola Cortese is an organic estate in Vittoria, south-eastern Sicily, committed to producing wines that reflect the terroir and the natural character of the grapes. The winery combines traditional Sicilian practices with careful, minimal-intervention winemaking to craft wines that are authentic, expressive, and sustainably produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Inzolia and Zibibbo grapes are hand-harvested and fermented on their skins at controlled temperatures of 17–19 °C. Inzolia undergoes a maceration of 2–3 weeks, while Zibibbo is macerated for six weeks, with gentle daily punch-downs during the early phase of fermentation. Once fermentation is complete, the wines are blended and left on fine lees for approximately three months before bottling, enhancing texture and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows a luminous orange colour and aromas of fresh citrus, tropical fruits, and delicate floral notes. On the palate, it is fruity, crisp, and well-balanced, with a subtle tannic texture from skin contact and a refreshing, slightly off-dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Match\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly versatile, it works beautifully as an aperitif and pairs especially well with fish dishes with oriental flavours, light seafood, and pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInzolia, Zibibbo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cortese Nostru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51251091800407,"sku":"121908","price":16.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_13963-Cortese-Nostru-Orange-utan--2023-Organic-75cl.jpg?v=1753190213"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/collections\/zibibbo-wines.oembed","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}