 The grapes may be dried or the wines may be fortified in a "liquoroso" style.The wines are typically aged at least 6 months prior to release, with Italian wines labeled as "Liquoroso Riserva," requiring three years of aging, at least 2 of them in wood barrels.Aleatico wines are characterized by the aroma of roses, a trait they share with Muscat blanc à Petits Grains.