Donnafugata
La Bella Sedara 2023
| Denomination | DOC Sicilia Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Nero d'Avola, Piccole percentuali di altre varietà, Syrah |
| Aging | After malolactic fermentation, aged for 8 months in tank and then in bottle for at least another 5 months. |
- Uvaggio Sicilia DOC: Nero d’Avola blended with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah
- Vinification: stainless steel, maceration for 6–10 days at 25–28°C, malolactic fermentation
- Aromas: blackberry, blueberry, cherry and plum with black pepper, tobacco and a balsamic note
- Flavour: fresh and savoury, soft and silky tannins; long, harmonious and persistent finish
- Pairings: lasagne, roast chicken, pizza and seared tuna; serving temperature 16–18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Sedàra by Donnafugata is a red wine with the Sicilia controlled designation of origin, the result of a careful blend in which Nero d’Avola is combined with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Vinified in stainless steel, it displays a ruby red colour with violet highlights. The aromatic profile reveals a fruity and spicy bouquet, with notes of blackberry, cherry and plum, enriched by black pepper and a subtle balsamic hint. On the palate, it offers a lively freshness and extremely smooth tannins, ensuring a rich, savoury sip with a gastronomic character, ideal for accompanying hearty Mediterranean dishes.
Where it comes from
The vineyards stretch across south-western Sicily, mainly on the Contessa Entellina estate, on hilly terrain situated between two hundred and six hundred metres above sea level. The clay-loam soils, characterised by a rich limestone component and minerals such as potassium and magnesium, deeply nourish the vines. The Mediterranean climate, marked by dry, breezy summers, features significant temperature variations between day and night, which help preserve the natural acidity of the grapes and enhance the intensity of the aromatic profile.
How it is produced
After manual harvesting and careful selection, fermentation in stainless steel begins. Gentle maceration on the skins for about ten days at a controlled temperature allows for the extraction of colour and structure, while subsequent malolactic fermentation helps to smooth out any harshness. The process continues with maturation in cement or steel tanks for about eight or nine months. A further period of rest before release completes the winemaking journey, resulting in a harmonious sip, perfectly balanced and distinguished by remarkable persistence.
History and Curiosities
Born in 1995, this Sicilia DOC red from Donnafugata weaves together the art of winemaking with the allure of cinema. The 2023 vintage celebrates the irresistible Angelica Sedàra, portrayed by Claudia Cardinale in “The Leopard”, reflecting her elegance. The artistic label recalls the cellars of Contessa Entellina, the land where these native grape varieties have their roots. Awarded 94 points by Luca Maroni, this wine offers a harmonious experience that pays homage to the beauty and traditions of the Sicilian territory.
Awards
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2023
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 La Bella Sedara 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Sicilia DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Nero d'Avola, Piccole percentuali di altre varietà, Syrah |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Donnafugata |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in 1995, this Sicilia DOC red from Donnafugata weaves together the art of winemaking with the allure of cinema. The 2023 vintage celebrates the irresistible Angelica Sedàra, portrayed by Claudia Cardinale in "The Leopard", reflecting her elegance. The artistic label recalls the cellars of Contessa Entellina, the land where these native grape varieties have their roots. Awarded 94 points by Luca Maroni, this wine offers a harmonious experience that pays homage to the beauty and traditions of the Sicilian territory. |
| Origin | South-western Sicily (Contessa Entellina estate and surrounding areas) |
| Climate | Mediterranean climate with autumn and winter rains, dry and breezy summers and significant temperature fluctuations between day and night |
| Soil composition | Clay-loam soils, medium-textured or tending towards sandy |
| Plants per hectare | Approximately 5,000 plants per hectare |
| Yield per hectare | 8.0–9.0 tonnes per hectare |
| Harvest | Second half of August - first half of September |
| Fermentation temperature | 25–28 °C |
| Fermentation | About 10 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins (about 10 days at 25–28 °C), followed by malolactic fermentation; ageing in tank (cement or stainless steel) and then in bottle |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for about 10 days at 25–28 °C; followed by malolactic fermentation; ageing for 8–9 months in tank (cement or stainless steel) and then at least 5–6 months in bottle. |
| Aging | After malolactic fermentation, aged for 8 months in tank and then in bottle for at least another 5 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.4 gr/L |
| PH | 3.51 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |