{"title":"(7\/24) Christine × Sally Masterclass — Asian Cuisine × Cult Sicily Donnafugata","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"donnafugata-ben-rye-passito-di-pantelleria-doc-2023sicily-italy","title":"Donnafugata \"Ben Rye\" Passito di Pantelleria DOC 2023 [375 ml] (Sicily, Italy) - [VM 94+] [WE 94] [JS 94] [WS 93]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDIALOGUE WITH ART\u003cspan\u003e: from the Arabic term \"Son of the Wind\" because the wind sweeps constantly around the grape clusters on Pantelleria. And the island's winds bring with them a profusion of fragrances so powerful that you can touch them. 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Planting density of 2,500 plants per hectare (1,000 an acre) with a yield of about 4–5 tons per hectare (1,6-2 tons an acre). The average age of the vines is over 60 years; some are ungrafted and survived phylloxera exceeding 100 years in age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eOnce the grapes reach the winery, they undergo further selection on a vibrating table before soft pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel at controlled temperatures; the dried grapes – added to the fresh must in several batches – are destemmed and selected by hand. During maceration, the dried grapes release their extraordinary legacy of sweetness, freshness, and a very personal aroma. The vinification process (fermentation and maceration) lasts over 1 month. Aging takes place in stainless steel for 5 months and at least 8 months in bottle before being released.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBen Ryé 2023 has a golden color with bright amber hues. The very intense bouquet ranges from fruity notes of apricot, yellow peach and candied orange peel to tropical hints of mango and papaya, followed by 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 wines most popular desserts in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDenomination: Passito di Pantelleria DOC\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria)\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14.4% ABV\u003cbr\u003eTotal acidity: 7.2 g\/l\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.78\u003cbr\u003eSugar content: 197 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eExotic yet remarkably fresh, the 2023 Ben Ryé bursts from the glass with a seductive blend of white raisins, minty herbs, poached peaches and tropical citrus. It is weighty, rich and harmonious throughout, coming across as sweet but not cloyingly so. Ultra-ripe pit fruit combines with candied lemon and a crisp mineral tinge that adds form toward the close. Dramatically long, the 2023 leaves a resonance of sour melon and an air of confectionary spice while cleaning up well, leaving the palate completely refreshed. (Drink between 2025-2035).\" - Eric Guido (Jul 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A coppery brown color makes the nose of tangerine, apricot, lemon curd and honey somewhat of a surprise. The palate is consistent, with more apricots, honey and Cara Cara oranges, but also keeps you guessing with a crumble of candied pecans. A decadent, delightful wine.\" - Danielle Callegari (Dec 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - James Suckling: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This wine is super perfumed as always with apricot juice aromas, dates, iodine, dried grapes and dried figs, pine resin and balsamic notes. Oily texture, viscous and sweet, it shines for toasty flavors like caramelized sugar and refreshing acidity, full-bodied and with a sweetish finish. Drink now.\" (Dec 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A mouthwatering sweetie, with a silky, mouthcoating texture that carries layers of honeyed apricot, blood orange pâte de fruit, butterscotch, candied ginger and Thai basil. Long and expressive, with a tang of salinity on the well-spiced finish serving as a fine counterpoint to the rich profile. Drink now through 2038. 8,600 cases made, 934 cases imported.\" – Alison Napjus (Apr 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"375 ml","offer_id":52703842206061,"sku":null,"price":54.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/generated_638954720808486076_1929489x_68026b56-9c23-434a-928f-b7e92bac6c3a.webp?v=1762466276"},{"product_id":"donnafugata-mille-e-una-notte-sicilia-doc-2020-sicily-italy","title":"Donnafugata \"Mille e una Notte\" Sicilia DOC 2020 (Sicily, Italy) - [VM 94] [WA 94] [WE 94] [JS 93] [DM 92] [WS 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDIALOGUE WITH ART\u003cspan\u003e: The palace shown on the label is the one where Queen Maria Carolina took refuge fleeing from Naples and was the favorite house of the writer Tomasi di Lampedusa in Santa Margherita Belice. Gabriella Anca Rallo – founder of Donnafugata, with her husband Giacomo – captures the image and embeds it into the sky from Arabian Nights, full of stars and full of promise. A tribute to the passionate masterpiece of oriental literature, capable of telling a thousand and one stories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Zone: South-western Sicily, Contessa Entellina Estate and nearby areas.\u003cbr\u003eSoils \u0026amp; Climate: Altitude from 200 to 400 meters a.s.l. (656-1,312 ft); hilly orography; clay loam soils with a sub-alkaline reaction (pH 7.5 to 7.9) rich in nutritive elements (potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, manganese, zinc) and total limestone from 20 to 35%. Mild winters with little rainfall. Warm, dry, ventilated summers. Substantial differences between day and night-time temperatures.\u003cbr\u003eVineyard: VSP (Vertical Shoot Positioning) training with spurred cordon pruning g, leaving 6 to 8 buds per plant. Planting density of 4,500 to 6,000 plants per hectare (1,800-2,400 an acre) and yields of about 4-5 tons per hectare (1.6-2 tons an acre).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for about 14 days at a temperature of 28-30° C. Aging for 14 months in oak and at least 26 months in bottle before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith an intense ruby red color, Mille e Una Notte 2020 presents a complex bouquet characterized by notes of blackberries and current, fresh balsamic hints, spicy scents of black pepper, and delicate nuances of sweet toasting. On the palate, it is wide with velvety tannins. It ends with notable persistence and captivating sapidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDenomination: Sicilia Doc Rosso\u003cbr\u003eGrapes: Nero d'Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah and other grapes\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.48% vol.\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity: 5.4 g\/l.\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.69\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Mille e Una Notte opens with a basket of berries and spices, further complicated by shavings of cedar and minty herbs. It's silky yet sincere, with tart wild berry fruits and licorice underscored by saline minerals as a balsamic resonance forms toward the close. The 2020 finishes structured and long. Fine-tannins saturate the senses as savory herbs and hints of tart blackberry fade. Bury this deep in the cellar. (Drink between 2030-2042).\" - Eric Guido (Jul 2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of Sicily's most beloved reds, the Donnafugata 2020 Sicilia Mille e Una Notte is Nero d'Avola with Petit Verdot, Syrah and a few other local grapes. All the fruit is selected from across the Rallo family's sprawling Contessa Entellina estate that counts 343 hectares of vines. This barrique-aged red offers lots of fruit weight and a full-bodied approach with dark fruit, dried blackberry, spice and sweet tobacco. This vintage offers especially supple tannins and lasting richness. Production this year is 58,000 bottles.\" - Monica Larner (Apr 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Mille e una Notte marriage of Syrah and Nero d'Avola feels like a fairy tale romance—brooding and intense at first, then exuberant and exciting, with a warm, comforting finish. A story that gets better every time I read it.\" - Danielle Callegari (Sep 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A dark and complex wine with aromas of dark fruit, dark chocolate, licorice and smoke. Full-bodied, it shows density and firm, velvety tannins, with refreshing acidity and a savory finish focused on graphite flavors. It has potential for aging, yet is good to drink now.\"  (Mar 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Decanter Magazine: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Mille e Una Notte is always a pleasure to drink. A deep and rich blend of Nero d'Avola, Syrah and Petit Verdot, the 2020 is a sapid and grippy concoction with spiced plum and blueberry in depth. It doesn't quite have the fragrance of the 2019, but it's a great effort nonetheless.\" - James Button (Sep 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A round and balanced red, with fine, sculpted tannins enmeshed in a swathe of black cherry, plum sauce, herbed olive and paprika notes. Long and fresh, with hints of loamy earth and mocha lingering on the finish. Nero d'Avola, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Drink now through 2030. 6,580 cases made, 300 cases imported.\" - Alison Napjus (Nov 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":52703863144813,"sku":null,"price":93.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/2008-Donnafugata-Mille-e-una-Notte-Bottle-307x1024.jpg?v=1762383573"},{"product_id":"donnafugata-sursur-grillo-sicilia-doc-2024-sicily-italy","title":"Donnafugata \"SurSur\" Grillo Sicilia DOC 2024 (Sicily, Italy) - [VM 91] [WE 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fresh and fruity Grillo with a youthful spirit, SurSur 2024 is distinctive for its fragrant bouquet of white-fleshed fruit and floral nuances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePRODUCTION ZONE: Western Sicily, on the Estate of the Municipality of Contessa Entellina and in other particularly suitable areas.\u003cbr\u003eSOILS \u0026amp; CLIMATE: Prevalence of soils with altitude of 200 to 400 metres a.s.l., hilly orography and clay loam soils. Mild winters, dry and breezy summers with strong temperature variations between night and day.\u003cbr\u003eVINEYARD: VSP (Vertical Shoot Positioning) training with Guyot pruning and other traditional training methods suitable for producing quality grapes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAfter gentle pressing, the must is fermented in steel at a controlled temperature with ageing in tanks for two months and in the bottle for at least two months before being marketed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its brilliant straw colour, SurSur 2024 has a fresh bouquet with notes of peach and tropical fruit, together with hints of wildflowers. In the mouth, it is fresh and savoury with fruity notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGRAPES\u003cspan\u003e: Grillo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eALCOHOL\u003cspan\u003e: 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOTAL ACIDITY\u003cspan\u003e: 5.45 g\/l\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePH\u003cspan\u003e: 3.20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe 2024 Grillo Sur Sur entices with a mix of candied lime, green melon, mint and chalk dust. Round and supple, it shows a tinge of sour citrus for balance as ripe orchard fruits further soothe the senses. Pleasantly sweet, it tapers off perfumed with admirable length, leaving nuances of kiwi and spice to fade slowly. A total pleasure to taste. 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Today, their children José and Antonio lead the company and a team of people focused on excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn eastern Sicily, on the northern slope of Mount Etna, Donnafugata has 86 acres of vineyards with native grapes such as Carricante and Nerello Mascalese; in the territory of Vittoria DOC, the latest generation winery is surrounded by 103 acres of Nero d’Avola and Frappato.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIALOGUE WITH THE ART\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"From the disheveled tresses the color of the sun, seawater flowed over the green, wide-open eyes.\" Thus Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa describes Lighea, the bewitching siren and principal figure in his novel. She has inspired the creation of a complex and innovative wine and an equally original label. \"It was not easy to print this label\", Gabriella (founder of Donnafugata, with her husband Giacomo) recalled, \"and preserve the thousand shadings of colors of the island, painted in the original drawing.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation took place in stainless steel at a temperature of 14-16 °C. Aging in tanks for two months and at least three months in bottle before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighea has a bright straw yellow color with greenish hues. The nose offers a rich and fragrant bouquet where the classic notes of orange blossom are combined with citrus hints (cedar and bergamot) and exotic fruit. On the palate the fruity and floral notes resurface accompanied by a marked freshness, with good persistence and a pleasant mineral finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapes\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eZibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol\u003cspan\u003e: 12.98%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity\u003cspan\u003e: 5.5 g\/l\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003epH\u003cspan\u003e: 3.28\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intense and aromatic wine based on the zibbibbo grape but made in an interesting dry style. The nose shows gooseberries, sour apricots, lemon peel and broom flowers. 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Zesty and energetic, it offers ripe green melon and spices propelled by juicy acidity, while a subtle tinge of crisp minerality adds a lovely crunch toward the close. 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The company employs state-of-the-art, sustainable viticulture techniques at all three estates for wines of the highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Donnafugata, stewardship of the environment is taken as seriously as the production of wine. The winery was one of the first wineries in Italy to produce all of its electricity from solar energy, taking advantage of the bountiful Sicilian sunshine, and in 2015 the island of Pantelleria was given UNESCO certification recognizing its unique vine training method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Donnafugata refers to the novel by Tomasi di Lampedusa entitled Il Gattopardo (The Leopard). 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Today, their children José and Antonio lead the company and a team of people focused on excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn eastern Sicily, on the northern slope of Mount Etna, Donnafugata has 86 acres of vineyards with native grapes such as Carricante and Nerello Mascalese; in the territory of Vittoria DOC, the latest generation winery is surrounded by 103 acres of Nero d’Avola and Frappato.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIALOGUE WITH THE ART\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA volcano goddess stands out on the label. Her intense colors - red, yellow, shimmering black - are those of the highest active volcano in Europe. An ancient, powerful, feminine divinity: \"the Mountain\" as the locals call Etna. Sul Vulcano is a declaration of love: a pure wine that conveys the energy of this unique place located in the middle of the Mediterranean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 8-10 days at a temperature of 25°C. Aging partly in tanks and partly in French oak (second and third passage barriques) for 12 months and then at least 10 months in bottle before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePale ruby red, S\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eul Vulcano offers an elegant bouquet with notes of red fruits (raspberries and cherries) along with hints of fresh balsamic mint and delicate spicy nuances of star anise. The palate is fresh and with a good structure, full of silky tannins, and with a balanced and persistent finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapes\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNerello Mascalese, the main red grape variety native of Etna, and a small percentage of Nerello Cappuccio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealc. 14% vol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTA 5,2 g\/L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 3,57\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Vinous:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 Etna Rosso Sul Vulcano lifts from the glass with floral perfumes complicated by shavings of blood orange and crushed wild berries. This is juicy and energetic with crisp red fruits that swirl across a crunchy mineral core. Long and gently tannic, the 2022 tapers off with edgy tannins offset by a bump of residual acidity and hints of blackcurrant linger on. I love how the Sul Volcano is both fun and serious.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A creamy red, with dried cherry and strawberry fruit flavors and hints of rooibos tea, vanilla and blood orange peel underscored by subtle notes of loamy earth and iron. Fresh and balanced, with light, chalky tannins firming the plush finish. Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. Drink now through 2032. 11,750 cases made, 400 cases imported.\" – Alison Napjus (Apr 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BREAKTHRU","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":53584184082797,"sku":null,"price":44.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/Sul-Vulcano-Etna-Rosso.jpg?v=1774878274"},{"product_id":"donnafugata-fragore-etna-rosso-montelaguardia-doc-2020-sicily-italy-we-94-dm-92-ws-90","title":"Donnafugata \"Fragore\" Etna Rosso Contrada Montelaguardia DOC 2020 (Sicily, Italy) - [WE 94] [VM 93] [JS 93] [DM 92] [WS 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Rallo, the fourth generation of a family with over 170 years of experience in quality wine, founded Donnafugata in 1983 together with his wife Gabriella. Today, their children José and Antonio lead the company and a team of people focused on excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn eastern Sicily, on the northern slope of Mount Etna, Donnafugata has 86 acres of vineyards with native grapes such as Carricante and Nerello Mascalese; in the territory of Vittoria DOC, the latest generation winery is surrounded by 103 acres of Nero d’Avola and Frappato.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDerived from the Italian word for \"thunder\" (signifying the roar of Mount Etna), this wine is crafted entirely from indigenous \u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e grapes grown in the Contrada Montelaguardia district on the northern slopes of the volcano. The soils of Montelaguardia are located at approx. 730 metres a.s.l. and are the result of the volcanic eruptions of 16141624; sandy volcanic soil. This area to the north of the volcano is characterized by lower rainfall compared with the other slopes of Mount Etna. Summers are cool with strong temperature variations between night and day. The wood surrounding the vineyards of Montelaguardia reduces the temperature, especially in the morning, aiding phenolic ripeness. The specific chemical-physical composition of the soils and the particular microclimate are hallmarks of Montelaguardia that Donnafugata interprets in the vineyard and in the winery. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgeing in second and third-passage barriques for around 12 months and then at least 24 months in the bottle before \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Notes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 8-10 days at a temperature of 25°C. Ageing in second and third-passage barriques for around 12 months and then at least 24 months in the bottle before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby red in color, Fragore 2020 has a generous and deep bouquet with notes of dark red fruits like blackcurrant and blackberries which combine with spicy hints of cinnamon and tobacco and mineral notes of flint, tied together by subtle forest floor aromas. Due to its complexity and structure with important tannins, together with its remarkable persistence, this Contrada Montelaguardia cru is an authentic expression of volcanic energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIdeal with legumes, mushrooms and tasty meats, Fragore perfectly matches turkey and barbecue ribs. Try it also with Asian food as Peking duck, beef and pork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapes\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNerello Mascalese, the main red grape variety native of Etna, and a small percentage of Nerello Cappuccio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealc. 14% vol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTA 5,8 g\/L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH 3,55\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With aromas of wild cherries and strawberries, salty rocks and wild herbs, a fiery heat and bubbling acid, the Fragore Etna rosso captures the explosive tension of the volcano, and remains a delight to drink.\" - Danielle Callegari (Sep 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dusty rose, underbrush, grilled herbs and dried strawberries form a darkly alluring bouquet as the 2020 Etna Rosso Fragore slowly evolves in the glass. This floods the palate with silken textures and polished red berry fruits, elevated by a hint of blood orange. It finishes spicy, structured and long, leaving a pleasantly bitter sensation as crunchy tannins linger on. The Fragore hails from Contrada Montelagguardia, which is surrounded by forest that naturally cools the location.\" - Eric Guido (Jun 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn evolved nose showing slightly cooked cherries, a very smoky character and a peach-like nuance that returns in the aftertaste. Light- to medium-bodied, this has refreshing acidity and lightly framed tannins with a chalky finish. Drink now.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Aromatic notes of spiced cranberry, integrated wood, orange zest, and mint. The palate is tannic yet lengthy with balsamic hints. Youthful with caramel, smoke, and dark fruit aromas. Initial tannin and acid evolve to spotlight ripe, elegant fruit. Bitter, vibrant finish reminiscent of Negroni.\" – Susan Hulme (Feb 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A black cherry core is accented by fragrant accents of licorice, sandalwood, iron and smoke in this lively, glossy red, with fine tannins firming the finish. 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