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BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Dry
ACIDITY: Medium +
TANNIN: Medium
ALCOHOL (%):
Origin: Sicily, Italy
Grape Varietals:
Nerello Mascalese
Winemaking:
Maturation: >24 Months Oak Barrels
Awards:
WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce Gabbana Etna Rosso 2019 is a truly captivating wine that represents a unique collaboration between two iconic Italian brands - Donnafugata and Dolce & Gabbana. This wine is a tribute to the majestic Etna volcano in Sicily, where the grapes are grown in the volcanic soils, resulting in a wine with distinctive character and depth.
The winemaking process for Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce Gabbana Etna Rosso 2019 starts with hand-harvested Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes from the vineyards located on the slopes of Mount Etna. These grapes are grown in the mineral-rich, volcanic soils that are unique to the region, giving the wine its terroir-driven characteristics. The grapes are carefully fermented and aged in oak barrels to enhance their complexity and depth.
The resulting wine, Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce Gabbana Etna Rosso 2019, is a beautiful expression of the volcanic terroir, with intense aromas of red fruits, spices, and mineral notes. On the palate, the wine is elegant and well-structured, with smooth tannins and a long, persistent finish. It is a wine that beautifully captures the essence of the Etna region, showcasing the marriage of nature and human craftsmanship
