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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
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
risotto, meat and game dishes - 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
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Mille e una Notte” Rosso Sicilia DOC 2019
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
"The magnificent product of Tenuta Contessa Entellina, a blend of red grapes with a high percentage of Nero d'Avola with great impact on the palate, cornelian cherry on the nose, with notes of cinnamon and orange peel, density and tension on the palate, spicy tannins and a fruity and spicy finish." Luca Gardini
"Attractive red and darker berry character with dark liquorice, aged citrus peel and damp earth. Full and complex with firm tannins framing the dark and blue fruit. A chalky, mineral backbone adds structure and length, leading to a deep and long finish." James Suckling
"Hauntingly dark and spicy, the 2019 Mille e Una Notte opens with a burst of mentholated herbs, cloves, shaved cedar and crushed blackberries. It's seamlessly silky and elegant throughout. Textural waves of ripe red and black fruits ride a core of vibrant acidity, leaving balsam herbal tones, cocoa and fine-grained tannins in their wake. The 2019 finishes dramatically long and structured, with a twang of tart red plums and sage. This is a radiant yet powerful rendition of Mille e Una Notte, which will benefit from and demand cellaring." Vinous
"The Mille e una Notte 2019 is a blend of Nero d'Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah and other complementary grapes. Tasted quite young, this wine needs more age and certainly another year or two in bottle. The oak spice needs more time to meld with the beautiful dark fruits of this classic vintage. The bouquet reveals black cherries, spices and baking chocolate. The concentration is medium-rich and the texture is velvety." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Nero d'Avola, 10% Other Autochthonous Varieties
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 to 16 months new barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2038+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,95 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,82 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,60 g/l
- Sulfite: 80 mg/l
- pH value: 3,57
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Contrada Marchesa” Rosso Etna DOC 2019
Alongside Fragore, Etna-Cru Donnafugata, named after the Contrada Marchesa vineyard of the same name, is Donnafugata's second top wine from the volcano. Its label is adorned with a volcano goddess decorated with flowers and fruit, next to which is the medieval village of Castiglione di Sicilia. The Nerello vines grow on a lava soil rich in minerals, and the location to the north of the volcano ensures temperate summers with strong temperature fluctuations between day and night.
This single-varietal Nerello presents itself in a light ruby red colour 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, in addition to its structure, the indescribable balance, convincing freshness and ultra-fine tannins are a delight. This great wine glides aristocratically and full of elegance into a deep finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"Exudes a sensual aroma of forest fruits with notes of smoke and sandalwood; pithy on the palate, robust tannins, juicy, compact texture, balanced and long final. Combines character and length." Vinum
"A wine that expresses ripe cherries and raspberries with intense, dusty tannins, earthy depth and a very vertical, mineral palate." Decanter
"The Donnafugata 2019 Etna Rosso Contrada Marchesa offers obvious oak spice, especially at this early stage, and the wine will certainly need more time in bottle, even just another year, to develop. There is dark fruit and blackcurrant, but also cinnamon and sweet nutmeg. The finish is dense and structured." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2033+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
risotto, meat and game dishes - Total extract: 29,36 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,55 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- pH value: 3,44
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned19113619 · 0,75 l · 73,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Fragore” Rosso Contrada Montelaguardia Etna DOC 2020
Fragore by 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
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
peking duck, braised meat dishes - Total extract: 29,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,92 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,55 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- pH value: 3,48
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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