“Mille e una Notte” Rosso Sicilia DOC 2019

Donnafugata | Cantina Contessa Entellina | Sicily
Donnafugata S.r.l. Soc. Agr. | Via San Lipari 18 | IT 91025 Marsala

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

19112119 · 0,75 l · 72,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately