Chardonnay 'La Fuga' Donnafugata

Contessa Entellina DOC • Sicily • Donnafugata
Category
White Wines
Winery
Donnafugata
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Contessa Entellina DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in steel vats
Aging
5 months in steel vats, 3 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Chardonnay 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

A fine example of Sicily winemaking, this Contessa Entellina DOC reflects generations of local expertise. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Chardonnay 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It presents bright acidity with fresh mineral notes and excellent varietal expression. The fruit is sourced from vineyards located at 200 - 600 meters on sea level on clayey soils. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in steel vats. The wine is aged 5 months in steel vats, 3 months in bottle. A wine capturing Sicily's sun-soaked character and ancient viticultural roots.

Food Pairings

Fresh seafood and fish
Seafood risotto
Mediterranean salads
Fresh mozzarella and light cheeses
Shellfish and crustaceans
Grilled vegetables with olive oil

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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