Introducing the vintages of Donnafugata’s
icon wines: from the
2018 vintage of
Mille e una Notte to the Etna crûs
Fragore and
Contrada Marchesa to
vintage 2019 of the passito
Ben Ryé, the result of the
heroic viticulture of Pantelleria.
The new vintages of
Mille e una Notte,
Ben Ryé and
Contrada Marchesa are accompanied by the latest
animated labels: small masterpieces that celebrate the dialogue between
Art and
Wine.
Donnafugata new vintages
Mille e una Notte 2018 - Sicilia Doc: with an intense ruby red color Mille e una Notte presents a complex bouquet characterized by notes of
red (cherry) and
black (blackberry) fruits, fresh
balsamic (eucalyptus) and
spicy hints (black pepper) augmented by delicate nuances of
vanilla. On the palate it is
soft and
enveloping, with great
structure and
tannins are mature and refined. It ends with a notable persistence.
https://youtu.be/iBbnU6Wt928
Contrada Marchesa 2018 - Etna Rosso Doc: light ruby red in color, Etna Rosso Doc Contrada Marchesa presents a fragrant bouquet with
fruity,
floral and
aromatic herbs scents. In the mouth it stands out for its great balance and fine tannic texture that make it an icon of volcanic elegance.
Awards: Decanter 93, Falstaff 92
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Fragore 2018 -Etna Rosso Doc Contrada Montelaguardia: ruby red colored, Fragore offers an ample and deep bouquet with notes of
wild blackberry and forest floor that blend with
balsamic,
mineral (flint) and
tobacco nuances. Due to its complexity and structure with
important tannins, together with its
remarkable persistence, this cru from Contrada Montelaguardia is an authentic expression of
volcanic energy.
Awards: 97 James Suckling, 94 Decanter, 94 Falstaff
https://youtu.be/5IOgjHUyxQs
Ben Ryè 2019 Passito di Pantelleria Doc: has a golden color with bright amber hues. The very intense bouquet ranges from fruity notes of
apricot and
candied orange peel, to hints of
Mediterranean scrub. On the palate the fruity hints of aromatic herbs are combined with sweet nuances of
honey.
Intense and
persistent, with an extraordinary balance between
freshness and sweetness, Ben Ryè is a captivating Passito di Pantelleria, among
most popular desserts wines in the world.
Awards: Luca Maroni 99, James Suckling 96
https://youtu.be/1bHlN1cl28s
