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Donnafugata

The Rallo family has made wine in historic Marsala, Sicily since 1851, and their ancient cellars tunnel beneath the city. They were one of the first families to begin making high quality table wine when sales of traditional sweet Marsala started to decline, launching the Donnafugata label in 1983, and championing some of the more obscure regional Italian grape varieties.

Wines from Donnafugata

Producer: Donnafugata
Wine: Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria 2009
Region: Sicily Country: Italy
Grape:
Tasting notes: A stunning sweet wine from the Island of Pantelleria closer to the North African coast than that of Sicily. The grapes come from 11 different areas of the island having unique micro-climates that determine different times of maturity. After August 15, harvesting begins by picking the grapes that will be left to dry naturally by the sun and the wind for 20-30 days. In September, the less precocious vineyards are harvested. The fresh grapes are cooled to preserve their aromas and then soft-pressed to obtain the must. During the course of fermentation, the dried grapes, that have been de-stemmed by hand, are added several times. The phase of maceration of the dried grape in the must is delicate and essential to obtain the extraordinary qualities of persuasive sweetness, freshness and special aroma. The wine then ages in stainless steel tanks for at least 4 months and 6 months in the bottle.
The wine displays its extraordinary personality and depth initially with its bright amber yellow colour. After the first, intense notes of apricots and peaches, the bouquet offers sweet sensations of dried figs, honey, herbs and mineral notes. The wine is impressive on the palate with its outstanding complexity due to a fusing of sweetness, acidity and softness.
A great sipping wine, perfect with blue cheese or foie gras.
dotsPrice: £35.95  dotsSize: 37.5cl Colour/style: Sweet
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Producer: Donnafugata
Wine: Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria 2008
Region: Sicily Country: Italy
Grape:
Tasting notes: A stunning sweet wine from the Island of Pantelleria closer to the North African coast than that of Sicily. The grapes come from 11 different areas of the island having unique micro-climates that determine different times of maturity. After August 15, harvesting begins by picking the grapes that will be left to dry naturally by the sun and the wind for 20-30 days. In September, the less precocious vineyards are harvested. The fresh grapes are cooled to preserve their aromas and then soft-pressed to obtain the must. During the course of fermentation, the dried grapes, that have been de-stemmed by hand, are added several times. The phase of maceration of the dried grape in the must is delicate and essential to obtain the extraordinary qualities of persuasive sweetness, freshness and special aroma. The wine then ages in stainless steel tanks for at least 4 months and 6 months in the bottle.
The wine displays its extraordinary personality and depth initially with its bright amber yellow colour. After the first, intense notes of apricots and peaches, the bouquet offers sweet sensations of dried figs, honey, herbs and mineral notes. The wine is impressive on the palate with its outstanding complexity due to a fusing of sweetness, acidity and softness.
A great sipping wine, perfect with blue cheese or foie gras.
dotsPrice: £34.50  dotsSize: 37.5cl Colour/style: Sweet
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Producer: Donnafugata
Wine: Polena Catarratto / Viognier 2010
Region: Sicily Country: Italy
Grape: Viognier, Cataratto
Tasting notes: Both varieties contributed in equal parts to the final blend. Ripe grapes without excessive concentrations created a wine that’s moderately alcoholic. Very clean nose, with notes of lime and tropical fruits along with delicate mineral nuances. In the mouth the fruit is very flavoursome. Its freshness assures a long and pleasant finish.
dotsPrice: £11.95  dotsSize: 75cl Colour/style: White
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