Nero d'Avola Vittoria 'Contesa dei Venti' Donnafugata 2022
"Contesa dei Venti" by Donnafugata is a Nero d'Avola ruby red whose label is inspired by the ever-present breeze among the vineyards of the Vittoria area. The grapes harvested at 120 meters above sea level are macerated for 10 days and fermented in steel tanks where the wine then ages for 8 months. A harmonious and elegant sip that stands out for its floral notes, fruity hints, and spicy aromas
The Nero d'Avola Vittoria "Contesa dei Venti" by Donnafugata originates in Sicily, a land historically linked to the tradition of vine cultivation, aware of the possibility of communicating this tradition worldwide. Giacomo Rallo founded the winery in 1983 with the support of his wife Gabriella, both having an important family background in the world of viticulture. Today, their sons José and Antonio carry on the family business, perpetuating the tradition in a modern key. The name of the wine evokes the pleasant breeze that arises from the meeting between the sea and the Iblei Mountains and blows through the territory of Vittoria among the grape clusters.
The vineyards of the Nero d'Avola Vittoria "Contesa dei Venti" by Donnafugata are located in the southeastern part of the island: the area of Vittoria extends between the Ibleo plateau and the sea, covering about 36 hectares, divided into 3 contrade, where the most widely cultivated red grape variety is Nero d'Avola, because it integrates best with the surrounding environment.with the surrounding environment. The soil is mainly composed of mediterranean red soils, sand, limestone tuffs; The harvest takes place in the second half of September; in the cellar, fermentation occurs in steel and a maceration on the skins of about 10 days; it ages for 8 months in steel and 7 months in bottle.
The Nero d'Avola Vittoria "Contesa dei Venti" by Donnafugata appears as a deep ruby red; on the nose, there are hints of lavender and violet, red fruits, and spices like white pepper and juniper. On the palate, it is fresh and harmonious with a pleasant persistence and soft tannins that invite sip after sip. Excellent paired with grilled vegetables and meats, cold cuts, and fish dishes, particularly with tuna sushi. A product that perfectly tells the great beauty and potential of the Sicilian territory, which has been expertly translated into the bottle by a family that knows how to work the raw material with artistry.