The Consorzio Volontario per la Tutela e la Valorizzazione dei Vini a DOC dell’Isola di Pantelleria arrives at FINE 2025 with a unique wine tourism proposal that highlights its winemaking heritage. Located between Sicily and Tunisia, the island of Pantelleria is renowned for its production of iconic wines such as Passito di Pantelleria DOC and Moscato di Pantelleria DOC, made from the historic Zibibbo grape. Its cultural legacy and commitment to sustainable wine tourism make it an essential destination for wine and tradition lovers.

Working with Wine Since the Phoenicians

Viticulture in Pantelleria dates back over 2,500 years, with archaeological evidence from the Phoenician era. The Zibibbo grape, also known as Muscat of Alexandria, was introduced by the Phoenicians and has been cultivated on the island using the alberello pantesco technique, recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This agricultural practice, adapted to the island’s harsh climatic conditions, reflects the resilience and knowledge passed down through generations.

The Consorzio Vini Pantelleria DOC actively works to protect and promote these unique wines, ensuring the authenticity and quality of every bottle bearing the designation of origin seal.

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Beyond Simple Taste

Pantelleria offers a wine tourism experience that goes beyond simple wine tasting. Visitors can tour heroic vineyards, where the vines grow protected by dry stone walls against the strong Mediterranean winds, and explore ancient cellars carved into volcanic rock.

The main wine tourism experiences include:

• Guided tours of vineyards and wineries: where producers explain the history and winemaking process.
• Tastings of pantelleria DOC Wines: paired with local products such as cheeses and Sicilian pastries.
• Harvest experience: where visitors can participate in grape picking and the sun-drying process of Passito di Pantelleria.
• Cultural routes: including visits to pantesco gardens, dry stone terraces, and dammusi, the typical volcanic stone constructions.
• Cooking classes and pairings: discovering the island’s culinary traditions accompanied by the best Pantelleria wines.
• Wine-Based wellness experiences: with treatments using grape extracts for skincare.

Promotion of Ecological Techniques

The Consorzio Vini Pantelleria DOC is distinguished by its commitment to sustainability and innovation. It promotes the use of ecological techniques that respect the island ecosystem, such as reusing dry stone walls for soil conservation and leveraging the climate for natural grape drying.

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Moreover, the wine tourism offer on the island is characterised by its authenticity and personalisation. Small group visits are prioritised, ensuring a total immersion in Pantelleria’s wine culture. The combination of history, landscape, and winemaking excellence has made the island a reference in the wine tourism sector.

The participation of the Consorzio Vini Pantelleria DOC in FINE #WineTourism Marketplace is an opportunity to get to know a unique wine tourism destination up close. Visitors will be able to discover the richness of its wines, its history, and the unforgettable experiences the island offers.