Damarino Donnafugata

Denomination: Sicilia DOC Bianco

Grapes: Ansonica (Inzolia) and other native grapes

Production zone: South-weste Sicily, Contessa Entellina estate and neighboring areas

Altitude: from 200 to 400 m a.s.l.

Soils: clayey soils rich in nutrients

Climate: Mild winters, dry and windy summers with strong temperature variations between day and night.

Vineyard: espalier training and spurred cordon pruning

Average planting density: 5,000 plants per hectare

Yield: about 85 quintals/ha

Harvesting: Ansonica - the predominant variety in the blend - was harvested between August 30th and September 7th. The other native varietals were harvested from the end of August until mid-September

Vinification: The grapes are subjected to soft pressing. Fermentation in stainless steel at a temperature of 14-16°C

Aging: in tanks for two months and then at least two months in bottle before release

Alcoholic content: 11.5% vol.

Color: light straw yellow

Nose: delicate aromatic sensations of white flowers (elderberry) and fruity notes among which citrus scents stand out

Palate: delicate with a pleasant finish

Longevity: 2-3 years

Pairings: For these qualities it is suitable to accompany hot or cold appetizers, first courses of seafood. Perfect on boiled fish. Two Recipes: Garganelli with trout fillets. Short pasta, with garlic, parsley and pepper

Serving method and temperature: open at the moment and serve in medium-sized goblets without flaring at 9-11°C

Originally bottled by the DONNAFUGATA S.r.l. - MARSALA - ITALY