COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Nero d'Avola, Frappato
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Battaglia Graziella
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Donna Grazia Gurrieri Bianco is a distinctive white wine from Sicily, produced by Azienda Agricola Battaglia Graziella. What sets this wine apart is its unique vinification process: it is made from red grape varietals, Nero d'Avola and Frappato, which are pressed immediately after harvest to produce a white wine. This method is a signature of the Donna Grazia range. The winery is a family-run estate situated in the Iblei Mountains within the Val di Noto, an area known for its fertile soils and Mediterranean climate. The Gurrieri family emphasizes organic farming and aims to create wines that express the character of their terroir. The wine is dedicated to 'Mamma Graziella', adding a personal narrative to its identity.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Made from red grapes (Nero d'Avola & Frappato) vinified as white.
Fact 02
A signature technique unique to the Donna Grazia range.
Fact 03
Dedicated to 'Mamma Graziella' for a personal touch.
Fact 04
Small production: ~3,000 bottles per label.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Donna Grazia Gurrieri Bianco is produced using a distinctive method where red grape varietals, Nero d'Avola and Frappato, are vinified as a white wine. This involves immediate pressing of the grapes after harvest to separate the juice from the skins, thereby preventing color extraction. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, a technique chosen to preserve the wine's fresh character. The wine then undergoes a 6-month maturation period in stainless steel, followed by a minimum of 3 months of bottle refinement. The winery, Azienda Agricola Battaglia Graziella, operates with a philosophy of minimal intervention and adheres to organic farming practices.
