DONNAFUGATA Etna DOC Contrada Montelaguardia “Fragore” 2016

HK$760.00

Eastern Sicily, north side of Etna, in Montelaguardia district at Randazzo.

Altitude 730 m a.s.l.; the composition of the sandy texture lavic soil offers a subacid-neutral reaction, with good organic endowment. Deep, rich in minerals, the lavic soil allows strong root growth. This area of the north of the volcano is characterized by precipitations lower than those of the other slopes of Etna. Summers are cool, characterized by strong temperature changes between day and night.

“Orange peel, pure red plums, sour cherries, tangerines and a ton of lemons. Medium-to full-bodied with great density on the center palate but really refreshing acidity to carry this through to a long finish. Very impressive and a new wine from this producer.” – James Suckling, 96 Points

Grape: 100% Nerello Mascalese

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Country

Italy

Region

Sicily

Sub-Region

Etna

Cru

Contrada Montelaguardia

Producer

Donnafugata

Farming

Sustainable

Vintage

2016

Awards

D 94, JS 96, VN 94, WA 93

Bottle Size

75cl

Alcohol

14.5%

Perfect for

Collectable, Dinner with Connoisseurs

Pairing

Fish, Pasta, Red Meat

Serve at

16-18 C˚

Type

Red

Sicily

The largest Mediterranean island, separated from the Italian peninsula by the very narrow Messina strait, Sicily is probably among the richest regions in history, art and cultural heritage, a mosaic of colours and contrasts.
According to legend, it was Dionysus (Bacchus) who brought pleasure to mankind, and wine to Sicily.
In the past, Sicily was famous for its Marsala and cheap bulk wines. Over the last 30 years, however, Sicily’s wine culture has changed dramatically and is now considered as one of the best regions.
The Sicilian has the largest vineyard in all of Italy. It is three times the size of the vineyard in New Zealand, larger than vineyard in South Africa and equivalent to the vineyard in Germany.

Donnafugata

Established in 1983 by Giacomo Rallo, the winery is now led by José and Antonio.

Donnafugata boasts vineyards in Contessa Entellina, nestled in the heart of western Sicily, as well as on Pantelleria island, situated between Sicily and Africa.

The 2016 harvest marked a milestone for Donnafugata, fulfilling the aspiration to produce wines in eastern Sicily with the distinguished Etna, Cerasuolo, and Frappato di Vittoria appellations.

The name Donnafugata, meaning ‘lady in flight,’ originates from the novel ‘Il Gattopardo’ and alludes to the tale of a queen who sought sanctuary in what are now the company’s vineyards, a narrative that also inspired the company’s logo.