Etna Rosso 'Sul Vulcano' Donnafugata

Etna DOC • Sicily • Donnafugata
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Donnafugata
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Fermentation in steel tanks with maceration on the skins for 8-10 days
Aging
14 months in steel vats and used barriques, then 7 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese and small part of Nerello Cappuccio
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

A fine example of Sicily winemaking, this Etna DOC reflects generations of local expertise. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese and small part of Nerello Cappuccio, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards sapling and cordon spur vines in a volcanic and very mineral sandy soil at 730-750 metres above sea lelvel, in the Northern slope of Etna between Randazzo and Castiglione di Sicilia. Vinification: fermentation in steel tanks with maceration on the skins for 8-10 days. The wine is aged 14 months in steel vats and used barriques, then 7 months in bottle. A wine capturing Sicily's sun-soaked character and ancient viticultural roots.

Food Pairings

Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Braised lamb with herbs
Mature pecorino cheese
Wild mushroom risotto
Grilled red meats and game

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicilian producers blend indigenous grapes with international varieties, reflecting the island's rich cultural mix.

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