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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.
\nAccording to legend, it was Dionysus (Bacchus) who brought pleasure to mankind, and wine to Sicily.
\nIn 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.
\nThe 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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”6622″ img_size=”400×200″ alignment=”center”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
Established in 1983 by Giacomo Rallo, the winery is now led by Jos\u00e9 and Antonio.<\/p>\n
Donnafugata boasts vineyards in Contessa Entellina, nestled in the heart of western Sicily, as well as on Pantelleria island, situated between Sicily and Africa.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The name Donnafugata, meaning \u2018lady in flight,\u2019 originates from the novel \u2018Il Gattopardo\u2019 and alludes to the tale of a queen who sought sanctuary in what are now the company\u2019s vineyards, a narrative that also inspired the company\u2019s logo.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Created with Giacomo Tachis, the “father” of Super Tuscan wines like Sassicaia, Tignanello or Solaia.<\/p>\n
“The 2020 Mille e Una Notte opens with a basket of berries and spices, further complicated by shavings of cedar and minty herbs. It’s silky yet sincere, with tart wild berry fruits and licorice underscored by saline minerals as a balsamic resonance forms toward the close. The 2020 finishes structured and long. Fine-tannins saturate the senses as savory herbs and hints of tart blackberry fade. Bury this deep in the cellar.” – Vinous, 94 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n “One of Sicily’s most beloved reds, the Donnafugata 2020 Sicilia Mille e Una Notte is Nero d’Avola with Petit Verdot, Syrah and a few other local grapes. This barrique-aged red offers lots of fruit weight and a full-bodied approach with dark fruit, dried blackberry, spice and sweet tobacco. This vintage offers especially supple tannins and lasting richness.” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, 94 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Grape:<\/strong> Nero d\u2019Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":6656,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n