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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=”6623″ 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 ‘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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
“The 2022 Etna Bianco Sul Vulcano shows fresh, floral aromas and citrus fruits and remains a wine with brightness and luminosity. It offers a beautiful freshness and a concentrated acidity with lemon and a hint of passion fruit or grapefruit, which give lightness and lift to the bouquet. There is also a nice salinity on the finish. It offers a lot of freshness and accessibility.” – Wine Advocate, 92 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n “In the glass, the 2022 Etna Bianco Sul Vulcano is intense and airy. It smells of dried flowers, crushed stones and ginger shavings. On the palate, it has a silky texture that is complemented by tactile mineral tones, savoury spice notes and crunchy fruit cascades. The clean finish leaves a sweet and sour sensation in the mouth.” – Vinous, 93 Points<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Grape:<\/strong> 100% Carricante<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":6639,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"\n