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Characterized by an intense ruby red color typical of this vine. The nose offers delicate and persistent notes of red berries such as black currants, blueberries and cherries. Full, velvety and persistent, it aims at an elegant overall harmony.

Sicilia Nero d'Avola Riserva DOC Sciarra Soprana is among the most representative labels of the Vito Curatolo Arini winery which, since the end of the 1800s, has dedicated itself to the production of typical wines of the Sicilian land and in particular those of the province of Trapani, where they home to its vineyards. In the hilly area near Sciarra Soprana, then, the ideal microclimatic conditions are created for the ripening of quality grapes, thanks to the presence of the right ventilation, the heat and the proximity of the sea as well as a terroir that contributes to the correct concentration of sugars , favoring the balance of acidity. This Sicilia Nero d'Avola Riserva DOC Sciarra Soprana comes from the typical native Nero d'Avola vine in purity, with an intense ruby red color, which is complex and full-bodied on the palate. After a traditional type of hand-picking, the wine is left to rest for at least 9 months in French oak barrels and it is in this phase that it acquires all the organoleptic characteristics that represent it. In the glass it has a really dark, almost inky colour, varietal spiced notes emerge on the nose, as well as berries; a nice body and a pleasant enveloping taste, where it expresses intensity, strength, I would even say complexity and above all a length, therefore a surprising final persistence.

The only international variety among Curatolo Arini wines finds one of its maximum expressions in Sicily. Intense ruby red color with violet reflections, the nose offers notes of red fruits, plums, spices, black pepper and vanilla.

• Grape variety Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Nocera
• Perfect with land cuisine, it is excellent with second courses based on meat. Ideal to combine with grilled livers.
• On the palate it shows a great balance between dense and fine tannins and a nice round and juicy fruit that gives it a long, deep and persistent finish.

• Grape variety Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Nocera
• Perfect with land cuisine, it is excellent with second courses based on meat. Ideal to combine with grilled livers.
• On the palate it shows a great balance between dense and fine tannins and a nice round and juicy fruit that gives it a long, deep and persistent finish.

Prestigious 3-bottle wooden box, which turns into a table stand and a color box, with Vigna di Gabri 2017, Floramundi 2017, Sul Vulcano 2017.

Production area: Salaparuta, Sicily Grape variety and vinification: Grillo. The Grillo is vinified in steel tanks for 20 days at a temperature of 11-12 ° C. This allows a slow fermentation in order to obtain the typical expression of the variety. Color and combination: White. It goes well with risotto, chicken with herbs, savory pies and fish main course.

Dark ruby red, on the nose it envelops thanks to intense fruity, sweet and ripe scents, with balsamic and floral notes of violet on a slight accent of tobacco at the end. In the mouth it is tasty, long, the heat blends perfectly with the tannic texture in a great overall balance. It closes with a finish of great persistence, with notes of Mediterranean scrub. For the whole meal, the “Mille e una notte” is a red wine that goes perfectly with elaborate dishes of red meats, pork, lamb. Also try with chilli chocolate.

In Pantelleria, a volcanic island located between Sicily and Africa, Stefano and Simona boasts 2 hectares of vineyards and produce only 2000 bottles a year. The vine is the zibibbo, prince among the aromatic varieties, the vines are grown on a very low bush, modeled by the wind, on small terraces bordered by dry lava stone walls.

In Pantelleria, a volcanic island located between Sicily and Africa, Stefano and Simona boasts 2 hectares of vineyards and produce only 2000 bottles a year. The vine is the zibibbo, prince among the aromatic varieties, the vines are grown on a very low bush, modeled by the wind, on small terraces bordered by dry lava stone walls.

Bright amber yellow, the nose expresses a wonderful olfactory profile composed of notes of apricot and peach, dried figs and honey, aromatic herbs and mineral notes. Intense and bewitching aromas, solar and Mediterranean, which open to an immense taste for complexity, perfect in the fusion of sweetness, flavor and softness. Very long, interminable, poignant. Strictly at the end of a meal, “Ben Ryé” is a perfect accompaniment to blue or very aged cheeses and foie gras. Also excellent on ricotta desserts and dry pastries.

Deep and intense golden yellow color. The nose expresses an intense, ample, slightly aromatic aroma, with a hint of honey. In the mouth it is soft, sweet, warm, round, it recalls the olfactory sensations. Excellent at the end of a meal accompanied by typical Sicilian sweets, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata and almond sweets.

Brilliant ruby, with violet reflections. Elegant and fresh nose, marked by pleasant aromas of rose, blueberry, blackberry and red fruit. In the mouth the fragrance wins, integrated with soft tannins. A pleasant and elegant wine. Excellent with fish soups, it also goes beautifully with land dishes. For a regional pairing, try it with a steak of Sicilian tuna with capers, anchovies and chilli.

Donnafugata 's Spumante Brut is an elegant, fresh and clean classic vintage method, aged on the lees for 36 months. Aromas rich in orange blossom, almonds, honey and baked bread invite you to a harmonious, refreshing and engaging sip, with good flavor and balanced aromatic complexity

Cuordilava is obtained from the 2017 harvest of Nerello Mascalese grapes: a red of great elegance that after a long period of aging expresses intense notes of small red fruits, spices and undergrowth on the palate is broad and deep, with caressing tannins and a long persistence.

Cuordilava is obtained from the 2017 harvest of Nerello Mascalese grapes: a red of great elegance that after a long period of aging expresses intense notes of small red fruits, spices and undergrowth on the palate is broad and deep, with caressing tannins and a long persistence.

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• Isolano comes from a selection of Carricante grapes from the 2019 harvest: a white with a refined bouquet with citrus scents, notes of broom in bloom and volcanic and Mediterranean aromatic herbs, Isolano stands out for its enveloping and magnificent minerality.

Donnafugata presents two new prestigious productions grown on the slopes of the Etna volcano, in collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana: the white Isolano and the red Cuordilava , the result of the mountain viticulture of this terroir. After the success of the Rosa rosé and a special limited edition of the 2016 Tancredi red, Donnafugata continues the partnership with Dolce & Gabbana, focusing its commitment on the prestigious Etna Doc wines. The highest active volcano in Europe offers a unique habitat for quality viticulture: the Sicilian sunshine is combined with the high altitude of the vineyards, where the soils of lava origin and native vines are identifying. An interaction of factors that through careful craftsmanship , from the vineyard to the cellar, gives life to wines with an unmistakable personality. Isolano comes from a selection of Carricante grapes from the 2019 harvest: a white with a refined bouquet with citrus scents, notes of broom in bloom and volcanic and Mediterranean aromatic herbs, Isolano stands out for its enveloping and magnificent minerality.

The perfume is intense and persistent, complex, with fruity and herbaceous aromas, notes of vanilla and nutmeg.

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Production area: Sambuca di Sicilia (AG) Grape variety and vinification: Organic Nero d'Avola. The organic grapes are de-stemmed and left to ferment for 15 days at 25 ° C, with frequent and regular pumping over. The malolactic fermentation takes place for 50% in cement tanks and for the remainder in 250L barriques. After 4 months of aging the wine is ready to be clarified, filtered and bottled. Color and combination: Red. All types of pasta with sauces, roast meat and game. Also excellent with aged cheeses.

Production area: Agrigento, Sicily. Grapes and Vinification: Nero dAvola. In French and American oak barriques for 18 months, in which refinement takes place. Released on the market only after at least 18 months of bottle aging. Color and Pairing: Red, excellent with meat dishes and long-aged cheeses.