Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2023 / 750ml | EUR 33.50≈ $38.44 · £28.72 | www.donnafugata.it ↗ |
Latest Technical Specifications · 2022
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.3
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Classification Chardonnay Contessa Entellina DOC Sicilia
Region Contessa Entellina
Soil Predominantly clay-loam soils; the detailed sheet describes a sub-alkaline reaction (ph 7.5–7.9), Nutrient-rich composition, And 20–35% total limestone.
Harvest Dates 9–16 August 2022; Chardonnay was harvested manually into crates with careful grape selection.
Fermentation Vessels Predominantly French-oak barriques, with a portion fermented in cement or stainless-steel tanks under controlled temperature.
Pressing Method Soft Pressing Of The Grapes
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size Barrique
Production Details Hillside vineyards; counter-espalier training with Guyot and other traditional training systems suited to quality grape production. The wine is presented as having aging potential beyond 15 years.
Tasting Notes Straw yellow with golden reflections; intense citrus and Mediterranean-scrub aromas with delicate toasted-hazelnut and vanilla notes; broad and structured palate with savory, mineral character and persistent finish.
Food Pairing Fish, including smoked fish; white meats; risotto; legumes; and medium-aged cheeses. Serve at 11–13°C in large, relatively tall glasses.
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
pH 3.3
Total Acidity 5.8 g/L
Grape Varieties Chardonnay
Classification Chardonnay Contessa Entellina DOC Sicilia
Region Contessa Entellina
Soil Predominantly clay-loam soils; the detailed sheet describes a sub-alkaline reaction (ph 7.5–7.9), Nutrient-rich composition, And 20–35% total limestone.
Harvest Dates 9–16 August 2022; Chardonnay was harvested manually into crates with careful grape selection.
Fermentation Vessels Predominantly French-oak barriques, with a portion fermented in cement or stainless-steel tanks under controlled temperature.
Pressing Method Soft Pressing Of The Grapes
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size Barrique
Production Details Hillside vineyards; counter-espalier training with Guyot and other traditional training systems suited to quality grape production. The wine is presented as having aging potential beyond 15 years.
Tasting Notes Straw yellow with golden reflections; intense citrus and Mediterranean-scrub aromas with delicate toasted-hazelnut and vanilla notes; broad and structured palate with savory, mineral character and persistent finish.
Food Pairing Fish, including smoked fish; white meats; risotto; legumes; and medium-aged cheeses. Serve at 11–13°C in large, relatively tall glasses.