Donnafugata
Nero d'Avola Sherazade 2024
| Denomination | DOC Sicilia Nero d'Avola |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nero d'Avola |
| Aging | Aged for approximately 4 months in tank and at least 8 months in bottle |
- Grape variety: Sicilia DOC, Nero d’Avola, 2024, 13.5% vol, 750 ml bottle
- Aromas: ruby red; hints of raspberry, cherry, plum, black pepper and balsamic notes
- Balanced taste: medium structure, smooth and fresh sensation, defined fruit and velvety tannins
- Vinification: stainless steel, maceration 6-8 days; maturation 4 months in tank and 8 in bottle
- Pairings: serve at 15-16°C, ideal with tomato pasta, pizza and fish soups
Description
What kind of wine it is
Sherazade is a still red wine with controlled designation of origin by Donnafugata, a pure expression of Nero d’Avola from the lands of Sicily, vinified in steel. It stands out for its medium body and a balance played on softness and freshness. On the nose, it reveals hints of raspberry, cherry and plum, enriched by notes of black pepper and light balsamic nuances. The palate is agile and dynamic, characterised by clear fruit and a caressing tannin perfectly integrated. The finish is clean and fragrant, offering a harmonious profile and an extremely satisfying drink.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Contessa Entellina Estate, in the heart of south-western Sicily. The vineyards stretch over loam-clay hillsides situated between 200 and 600 metres above sea level, rich in limestone and mineral components. The Mediterranean climate is characterised by rainy winters and dry, breezy summers. The marked temperature variations between day and night are fundamental for the ripening of Nero d’Avola, as they preserve its natural freshness. This unique environment ensures a precise varietal definition, giving the wine a balanced structure and gentle tannins.
How it is produced
The harvest takes place between the end of August and the beginning of September. Fermentation in stainless steel occurs at controlled temperatures, with a maceration on the skins of about a week aimed at delicately extracting colour and aromatic components. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures for four months in tank, followed by a further period of ageing. The choice to avoid wood ageing is deliberate to preserve the purity of the original Nero d’Avola fruit. This production process allows for a soft and vibrant texture, maintaining the aromatic integrity and freshness of the grape variety.
History and Curiosities
Signed by Donnafugata, this brilliant Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC interprets and expresses all the warmth of the island. Its name pays homage to the heroine of “One Thousand and One Nights”, celebrated by a vibrant, artist-designed label in full Mediterranean style. Produced in Contessa Entellina thanks to careful sustainable agriculture and without the use of herbicides, this renowned wine boasts 94 points from Luca Maroni, offering with every sip a fascinating blend of history and artisanal excellence.
Awards
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2024
94/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1983
- Oenologist: Antonio Rallo, Antonino Santoro e Pietro Russo con la consulenza di Stefano Valla
- Bottles produced: 3.650.000
- Hectares: 488
Giacomo Rallo, is the fourth generation of a family with over 170 years of experience in producing quality wine. In 1983 he founded Donnafugata together with his wife Gabriella, considered a pioneer of feminine viticulture. Today the company is led by their children Antonio and José together with a team of people committed to excellence and to the very best representation of Made in Italy.
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| Name | Donnafugata Nero d'Avola Sherazade 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Sicilia DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nero d'Avola |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Donnafugata |
| Story | History and Curiosities Signed by Donnafugata, this brilliant Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC interprets and expresses all the warmth of the island. Its name pays homage to the heroine of "One Thousand and One Nights", celebrated by a vibrant, artist-designed label in full Mediterranean style. Produced in Contessa Entellina thanks to careful sustainable agriculture and without the use of herbicides, this renowned wine boasts 94 points from Luca Maroni, offering with every sip a fascinating blend of history and artisanal excellence. |
| Origin | Tenuta di Contessa Entellina, South-western Sicily |
| Climate | Mediterranean climate: mild winters, dry and breezy summers, with significant temperature fluctuations between day and night |
| Soil composition | Clay loam soils (hilly terrain at 200–400 m a.s.l.) |
| Cultivation system | Espalier training with spurred cordon pruning and other traditional training systems suitable for producing quality grapes. |
| Plants per hectare | Approximately 4,500–6,000 plants per hectare |
| Yield per hectare | Approximately 7.5–8.5 tonnes/ha (75–85 quintals/ha) |
| Harvest | Second half of August until the first ten days of September |
| Fermentation temperature | 24–25°C |
| Fermentation | 6–8 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 6–8 days; malolactic fermentation completed |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 6–8 days at 24–25°C; malolactic fermentation completed; maturation for about 4 months in tank and at least 8 months in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged for approximately 4 months in tank and at least 8 months in bottle |
| Total acidity | 5.8 gr/L |
| PH | 3.45 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |