Strada del Moscato di Noto e del Moscato di Siracusa – Sicily: amber vineyards, golden baroque and orange blossom scents on the border between sea and stone. The Moscato di Noto and Syracuse Road winds its way between the south-eastern coast of Sicily and the undulating hinterland that looks towards the Iblei Mountains. Here, on calcareous and sunny soils, Moscato bianco is born, vinified in dry, sweet or passito versions, with intense aromas of citrus fruits, orange blossom and honey. Two historic DOCs for a wine that tells the sun and the refinement of the brightest Sicily. 🍇 Vineyards between history and dazzling light: The rows extend between the countryside of Noto, Avola, Syracuse and Rosolini, often close to the sea, between dry stone walls, centuries-old olive trees and citrus groves in bloom. The white soils and dry climate give grapes rich in sugar and aromas, perfect for refined winemaking. The small wineries in the area preserve local varieties and artisanal techniques. 👉 Tip: Stay in a masseria among the vineyards: many offer rooms with a view, guided tastings and candlelit dinners in the baglio. 🏛️ Noto, Syracuse and the Baroque landscape: The wine route is intertwined with the architectural beauty of extraordinary cities. Noto, with its honey-colored baroque, Syracuse with the charm of Ortigia, and the smaller villages such as Palazzolo Acreide or Buccheri, offer itineraries rich in art, history and gastronomy. All bathed in a warm and theatrical light. 👉 Tip: Look for relais or boutique hotels in the historic center: staying in a period building between stone and silence is part of the experience. 🍷 A wine for meditation and celebration: Moscato di Noto DOC and Moscato di Siracusa DOC are complex, elegant and deeply identifying wines. In the sweet version, they perfectly accompany pastries based on almonds and citrus fruits; in the dry variant they are combined with blue cheeses or spicy fish and vegetable dishes. 👉 Tip: Many wine resorts offer creative pairings on panoramic terraces: book a dinner with a view of the vineyards and the scent of orange blossom. 🚶 Experiences among vineyards and natural theaters: The area offers paths through vineyards, olive groves and ancient millstones. It is possible to participate in walks through the hills, visits to historic cellars, sensory workshops or harvest days. The landscape is a balance between culture, nature and taste. 👉 Tip: Some farmhouses offer immersive experiences: from harvesting to crushing, to tasting under a flowery pergola. 🎉 Festivals and rituals of Mediterranean wine: In spring and September, the flowering and grape harvest festivals are celebrated. Markets, themed dinners and itinerant tastings enliven the historic centers and the countryside. The atmosphere is convivial, but always linked to a deep sense of tradition. 👉 Tip: Check if there are any events in the cellars during your stay: many wine hotels organize evenings with music, local products and glasses under the stars. On the Moscato Road, each aroma evokes a season, a memory, a ray of sunshine filtered by flowering pergolas.