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“Sedàra” Rosso Sicilia DOC 2020
Delightful Nero d'Avola-based cuvée. Ruby red with vivid garnet reflections. Intense aroma with hints of tobacco, spices and mineral notes. The balanced flavour, marked by red fruits, impresses on the palate with blackberry and sour cherry tones and final with a good length. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2019 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Varieties: 90% Nero d'Avola, 10% Other
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 9 months cement basin
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 29,35 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,15 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 1,29 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,42
- Closure: Diam
- Serving Temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Anthìlia” Bianco Sicilia DOC 2021
Anthilia - a fruity white individualist from Ansonica and Catarratto, round and very fine. On the nose, aromas of yellow peaches, plums and hints of flowers from the Mediterranean maquis. On the palate, spiciness, fine saltiness and softness merge into a pleasant, flattering unison. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2020 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Varieties: 50% Ansonica, 50% Catarratto
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 22,35 g/l
- Total Acidity: 6,00 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 3,10 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,33
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024+
- Food Recommendations: crustaceans, fried vegetables
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Damarino” Bianco Sicilia DOC 2021
The Damarino corresponds exactly to the image of its label, it is a lively and at the same time fascinating wine. Light straw yellow, in the bouquet aromas of white flowers and fruity notes, a delicate hint of citrus. Soft on the palate, the fresh acidity and the pleasant texture in combination with its medium body make up the charm of this youthful looking Sicilian. Drinking pleasure guaranteed! SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 80% Ansonica, 20% Other
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 11,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 21,85 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,30 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 2,68 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,24
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Lumera” Rosato Sicilia DOC 2021
Lumera is a cheerful cuvée of Syrah, Nero d'Avola, Pinot Nero and Tannat from the winery's younger vineyards. Bright, appetising pink in the glass and cheerful fruity notes on the nose. An attractive and modern rosé, suitable for any occasion and all year round. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2020 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: Syrah, Nero D'Avola, Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 5,89 g/l
- Total Acidity: 3,90 g/l
- ph-Value: 3,20
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Sherazade” Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC 2020
Sherazade - beautiful protagonist from One Thousand and One Nights and wonderful Nero d'Avola. Concentrated ruby red colour, fruity, balsamic scent with mineral tones followed by a sweet hint of cocoa. Gentle on the palate with memories of sour cherries and blackberries. SUPERIORE.DE
"Medium-light purple red; stale fruit notes; sweetness, present fruit, balanced and very pleasant." Merum
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nero d'Avola
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 29,35 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,60 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 2,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 87 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,49
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Sur Sur” Grillo Sicilia DOC 2021
A zesty white wine with energetic, maritime aromas of citrus, lime and oyster shell. Focused and long on the palate. The Grillo grape is a cross between Moscato and Catarratto, which explains the variety of aromatic sweetness and mineral finesse. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2020 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Grillo
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: cement basin
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 20,65 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,20 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 3,55 g/l
- Sulfite: 96 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,45
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Prio” Catarratto Sicilia Lucido DOC 2021
Powerful white with an interesting bouquet of lemon, orange peel, dried basil and fragrant jasmine. Generous and balanced flavours of tropical fruits on the palate, enveloping and long. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2020 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Catarratto
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 20,55 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,82 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 3,45 g/l
- Sulfite: 97 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,39
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“La Fuga” Chardonnay Contessa Entellina DOC 2021
The pure Chardonnay La Fuga presents an impressive aroma and taste profile. On the nose, allusions to exotic fruits - pineapple, apples and bananas - on an elegant framework of mineral imprint. Great the format of the finely balanced taste. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2020 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 24,25 g/l
- Total Acidity: 6,05 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 2,15 g/l
- Sulfite: 85 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,29
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2025+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Lighea” Zibibbo Sicilia DOC 2021
Lively radiant colour, rich in green-gold reflections. The rich bouquet of this Moscato d'Allessandria (Zibibbo) is floral of white roses and acacia, followed by mineral notes, peach and orange blossom to finish with candied citrus and a touch of honey. On the palate, the olfactory impressions of mineral origin and the fresh structure are confirmed, spicy and enveloping. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2020 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Zibibbo
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 23,15 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 3,65 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,36
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Floramundi” Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2019
Floramundi surprises with a radiant cherry red. Fine nose of red fruits, white pepper, violets and other flowers. Very aromatic on the palate, enticing and with a soft tannin. A fresh, cheerful red with good spice. SUPERIORE.DE
"Brimming with red fruit and violets, plus a touch of baking spice, this is a delightful, medium-bodied red with discreet tannins. Long, clean finish with some mineral freshness that pulls you back for more." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 70% Nero d'Avola, 30% Frappato
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 28,98 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,60 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,40 g/l
- Sulfite: 79 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,39
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage Potential: 2025+
- Food Recommendations: tuna steak
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Vigna di Gabri” Bianco Sicilia DOC 2020
Fine Sicilian cuvée from predominantly Ansonica grapes, radiant bouquet of tropical fruits and delicate honey. Rich and full-bodied on the palate with beautiful extract sweetness, shows freshness and finishes long. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2019 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: Ansonica, Catarratto, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Bianco and Viognier
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 7 months 85/15 stainless steel/barrique on fine yeast
- Development: partly barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 22,85 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,95 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 2,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 96 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,35
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2025+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Bell’Assai” Frappato di Vittoria DOC 2019
Brilliant ruby red. Fresh and fragrant after violets and rose petals. In the drink fresh berry fruit, very smooth tannin, in the finish again much fruit with simultaneous grace. Very elegant and with medium weight. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Frappato
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 28,65 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,30 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 2,30 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,50
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 14-16 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024+
- Food Recommendations: spicy fish soups, tuna, sushi
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Angheli” Rosso Sicilia DOC 2018
The fruity and characterful Angheli, made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, immediately impresses with its opulent robe. In the complex fruit-driven bouquet, there are accentuated perceptions of sour cherries, blackberries and small forest fruits, with cocoa, liquorice and cardamom in the background. On the palate, the velvety fullness accompanied by pleasant freshness and the persistent finish are delightful. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 12 months barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 14,00 % vol
- Total Acidity: 5,30 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,20 g/l
- ph-Value: 3,63
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 18-20 °C
- Storage Potential: 2028
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Sul Vulcano” Rosso Etna DOC 2019
Donnafugata's impressive declaration of love for Etna, currently the hottest wine hotspot, began with the Sul Vulcano line.
Bright ruby red, in the bouquet wild strawberry with delicate hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. The corresponding fresh taste and a subtle elegance lead into a harmonious and energetic finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"A sophisticated Etna red with the bright red-fruit and orange-zest aromas that make this appellation stand out in the Sicilian context. Elegant balance of fine tannins and fruit on the medium-bodied palate that shunts up the energy level when the mineral acidity kicks in at the finish." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 months 50/50 stainless steel/barrique
- Development: partly barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 29,55 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,70 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 69 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,44
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 16-18 °C
- Storage Potential: 2027+
- Food Recommendations: thai beef, meat ravioli
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Sul Vulcano” Rosato Etna DOC 2021
Donnafugata's impressive declaration of love for Etna, currently the hottest wine hotspot, began with the Sul Vulcano line. Delicate light pink. Fine berry scent with hints of gravel and tuff. Delicate floral aroma, light plum and pink grapefruit. In the fresh finish some flint and mineral notes. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2019 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,00 % vol
- Total Acidity: 6,90 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 3,20 g/l
- ph-Value: 3,20
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2025+
- Food Recommendations: crustaceans, vegetarian dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Sul Vulcano” Bianco Etna DOC 2019
Donnafugata's impressive declaration of love for Etna, currently the hottest wine hotspot, began with the Sul Vulcano line. Carricante is one of southern Italy's most exciting grape varieties, capable of complexity and terroir-driven expression in the right soils. The vines for Donnafugata's only white wine from Etna grow on volcanic soils rich in minerals at 700-750 metres above sea level. The wine is fermented in steel tanks before being aged partly in concrete tanks and partly in second and third choice barriques for 10 months and then in bottle for a further nine months.
Straw yellow with golden reflections. Bouquet of white flowers and wild herb and citrus notes. On the palate it is full, fresh and spicy and closes with impressive freshness, elegance and an exciting mineral vein. SUPERIORE.DE
"Although this has tons of Etna mineral character, it's also a very elegant, medium-bodied dry white. Lovely interplay of white and citrus fruit with subtle herbal and caper character. Wonderful, long and silky finish with a touch of pine nuts. Super winemaking!" James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Carricante
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 10 months 50/50 stainless steel/barrique
- Development: partly barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 23,65 g/l
- Total Acidity: 6,15 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 2,79 g/l
- Sulfite: 91 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,35
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2025
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Kabir” Moscato di Pantelleria DOP 2019 dolce
This extremely delicate Moscato, which was christened Kabir (the Great) in Arabic so as not to be overshadowed by the far more powerful Ben Ryé, never fails to surprise and delight. Elegant and balanced, beguiling scents of melon and orange peel, aromatic balance, sweetness and freshness on the palate. A delight with intensely flavoured cheeses and shortbread with white fruits. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Zibibbo
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 11,50 % vol
- Total Acidity: 7,20 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 109,00 g/l
- ph-Value: 3,36
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Serving Temperature: 12-14 °C
- Storage Potential: 2025+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Tancredi” Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT 2017
This noble Sicilian is made mainly from Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon, the latter adding a subtle minty facet to the aromatic spectrum. Moreover, the bouquet is refined by sweet mineral graphite, tones of liquorice, cocoa, sour cherries and blueberries. The excellent, broad and enveloping flavour structure is confirmed in the final considerable length. SUPERIORE.DE
"Shiny ruby with a slight garnet shimmer. Intense and precise nose, opens with spicy notes, also some resin, ripe plum behind. Taut, dense tannin on the palate, opens in many layers, firm and gripping, dark berries on the final." Falstaff
"Rich hints of toast and mocha underscore the crème de cassis, fig cake and cigar box notes on display in this harmonious medium- to full-bodied red. The tannins are dense yet well-meshed, emerging on the mineral-laced finish." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Varieties: 70% Nero d'Avola, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Tannat and Others
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 months barrique
- Development: barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 30,55 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 1,45 g/l
- Sulfite: 75 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,49
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 18-20 °C
- Storage Potential: 2027+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Ben Ryé" Passito di Pantelleria DOP 2020 dolce
Ben Ryé - the great naturally sweet and world-famous white wine from Donnafugata. The grapes are harvested in mid-August and left to dry naturally for 20 to 30 days. In September, the later ripening grapes are harvested and freshly processed. During fermentation, the hand-picked raisined berries are added to the must in several passes. Bright orange yellow. Overwhelming aromas of apricot, peach and orange peel. Creamy notes of passion fruit and peach on the palate with impressive elegance and length. For us, one of the best sweet wines in Italy every year! SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2019 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Zibibbo
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel tank
- Development: stainless steel tank
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 14,50 % vol
- Total Acidity: 7,30 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 194,00 g/l
- Sulfite: 142 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,85
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 12-14 °C
- Storage Potential: 2040+
- Food Recommendations: caramelised roast duck, foie gras, herb cheese, high-quality chocolate
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Chiarandà" Chardonnay Contessa Entellina Sicilia DOC 2019
Chiarandà is a graceful and elegant Chardonnay. It combines potency and gentle accessibility. Aroma of white pear, banana, vanilla and white chocolate. Powerful, multi-layered and slightly buttery spice, then perfect balance on the palate with a fine vein of salt. A creamy, powerful white with a great finish. SUPERIORE.DE
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The 2018 vintage received the following awards:- Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: barrique and stainless steel
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: partly barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 13,50 % vol
- Total Extract: 24,15 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,45 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,38 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,30
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 10-12 °C
- Storage Potential: 2027+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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Metodo Classico Spumante Millesimato Sicilia DOC 2016 brut
The grapes of this sparkling wine, produced in the classic Champagne method, come from vineyards around Contessa Entellina. Fine, intense bouquet of bread crust and some dried fruit. Elegant, fresh and balanced taste and a wonderful length. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 36 months on the yeast
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: metodo classico/bottle fermentation
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 12,00 % vol
- Total Acidity: 7,90 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 8,90 g/l
- Sulfite: 78 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,06
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 8-10 °C
- Storage Potential: 2024+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Mille e una Notte” Rosso Sicilia DOC 2018
The noble version of Nero d'Avola in impenetrable dense ruby red. The fragrance is enveloping with sweet and ripe, yet not "cooked" fruity hints, balsamic and floral nuances of violets, which final with hints of tobacco. The taste presents itself with great structure and distinct individuality. The balance of the soft tannins, which are perfectly integrated into the alcoholic component, and the long finish are also convincing. SUPERIORE.DE
"Sparkling, deep dark ruby with violet glints. Intense and inviting nose, finely drawn notes of sandalwood, some liquorice, plus lots of wild blueberry, earthy-balsamic components in the background. Juicy in the attack and course, shows a lot of fresh, well-developed fruit, blueberries and some blood orange, with a firm grip in the final, lots of pressure in the finish." Falstaff
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Nero d'Avola, 10% Other Autochthonous Varieties
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 to 16 months new barrique
- Development: barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 14,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 31,25 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,55 g/l
- Sulfite: 82 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,60
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 18-20 °C
- Storage Potential: 2037+
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Fragore” Rosso Contrada Montelaguardia Etna DOC 2017
Fragore 2017, now the second vintage of Donnafugata from the Etna region of Montelaguardia in Randazzo, joins the collection of wine icons Mille e una Notte and Ben Ryè. With only 15,000 bottles, Donnafugata has produced a limited edition treasure. Fragore means thunder in Italian: it refers to the volcanic thunder of Etna, Europe's highest and most active volcano. Grapes of the autochthonous grape variety Nerello Mascalese from selected vineyards were used.
Bright, radiant ruby red. Spicy-floral bouquet of redcurrants, tobacco, nutmeg and violets, plus a delicate flint note. Beautifully complex and elegant on the palate, the finely composed tannins lead each sip into a persistent final. SUPERIORE.DE
"Donnafugata's 2017 Etna Rosso Contrada Montelaguardia Fragore hails from a gorgeous vineyard site in Randazzo with the smoking crater of Etna visible in the background. This wine is perfumed and almost understated, and this comes as surprise, given the scorching hot conditions of this vintage. But those floral perfumes with rose bud and lavender are unmistakable. The wine ends on a soft, silky note." Robert Parker
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Development: barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 14,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 29,75 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 88 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,50
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 18-20 °C
- Storage Potential: 2027+
- Food Recommendations: peking duck, braised meat dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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“Contrada Marchesa” Rosso Etna DOC 2017
Besides Fragore, the Etna Cru, named after the Contrada Marchesa single vineyard of the same name, is Donnafugata's second top wine from the volcano. Its label is adorned by a volcano goddess decorated with flowers and fruits, beside her, the medieval village Castiglione di Sicilia appears. The Nerello vines grow on a lava soil rich in minerals, the location in the north of the volcano ensures moderate summers with strong temperature fluctuations between day and night.
This single-varietal Nerello presents itself in bright ruby red and reveals a generous bouquet of small red berries, spicy notes (cinnamon and black pepper) and undergrowth, followed by balsamic nuances and a delicate mineral vein. On the palate, besides its structure, the indescribable balance, the convincing freshness and an ultra-fine tannin delight. This great wine glides aristrocratically and full of elegance into a deep finish. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 months barrique
- Development: barrique
- Vegan Clearing: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol Content: 14,00 % vol
- Total Extract: 29,55 g/l
- Total Acidity: 5,60 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 0,46 g/l
- Sulfite: 87 mg/l
- ph-Value: 3,42
- Closure: natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 18-20 °C
- Storage Potential: 2032+
- Food Recommendations: risotto, meat and game dishes
- Allergens: contains sulphites
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The name Donnafugata - the "Woman on the run" from the famous novel "The Leopard" of the writer Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa - Giacomo and Gabriella Rallo did not choose Rallo until the 1980s. But the wineries have belonged to the family since the 19th century. The Sicilian model enterprise has long been run by the children Antonio and José with the enthusiastic involvement of culture, charity, sustainability and environmental awareness. Their roles in the oldest winery of the Mediterranean island are clearly distributed: While Antonio is in charge of production, his sister is responsible for controlling and marketing. The next generation with Gabriella and Fernando is also ready to go. In addition to all tradition, innovation is the focus of the Donnafugata wine company. A special feature: the grapes are harvested at night. This saves energy and prevents unwanted fermentation during transport.
The brilliant entry of the Rallo family into a market still standing still in the eighties and dominated only by one single brand gave Sicily's winegrowing a groundbreaking impulse. Giacomo Rallo's decision to invest not only in the Contessa Entellina headquarters in Marsala but also in Pantelleria was almost revolutionary. But the much-praised natural sweet wines crowned the adventure on the small island with its salty and calcareous soils with great success.
The impressive, well-structured range, produced in three extremely modern winemaking facilities, of the winery located in western Sicily ranges from fine fruity white wines from indigenous and international varieties, to fruity red wines, fine sweet wines, a Spumante Brut and the red, almost entirely from the local Nero d'Avola prepared Mille e Una Notte. The Zibibbo grapes, which come from a recultivated vineyard more than one hundred years old with rare vines that are true to their roots on Pantelleria, are the raw material for the world-famous sweet wine Ben Ryè.
On the path of the heroic viticulture for some years now Donnafugata, under the guidance of Antonio, winemaker of the family and custodian of craftsmanship, has also been present with its own vineyards at Etna. Nerello Mascalese is mainly cultivated here. The first vintages of wines from the volcano captivate with elegance and finesse and mark another milestone in the history of the traditional Sicilian winery.
The decision to equip the winery with a photovoltaic system shortly after the turn of the millennium was important as. Donnafugata today covers most of its energy needs with solar power. The artistic labels for the wines often inspired by literary masterpieces are part of a convincing marketing strategy: the story telling. A universal language that recounts wine and Sicily through an extraordinarily identifying fantastic and feminine language. The idea to combine music with noble drops came from José. The trained singer, who could already be heard and seen in New York, likes to combine a song with a delicious wine of the house during her performances. SUPERIORE.DE
"One year after another, the Sicilian wine landscape produced plants with plenty of structure and alcohol. In 1983 Giacomo Rallo burst into this monotony with drops that were modern, well made and pleasant to drink, heralding a new oenological age on the island. To date, the labels have lost none of their initial elegance and accommodating nature."Gambero Rosso
Facts
- Year of foundation: 1983
- Owners: Antonio and José Rallo
- Oenologists: Antonio Rallo, Antonino Santoro and Pietro Russo with the collaboration of Stefano Valla
- Annual production: approx. 2,500,000 bottles
- Vineyard: approx. 405 hectares
- Conventional viticulture with several sustainable practices