COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Nero d'Avola, Frappato
PRODUCER
Donnafugata
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Donnafugata Floramundi Cerasuolo di Vittoria 2020 is a red wine from Sicily, Italy, produced under the Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG appellation. The wine is a blend of 70% Nero d'Avola and 30% Frappato. Its name, Floramundi, is inspired by the Floral Liberty artistic movement prevalent in Vittoria, and the label features imagery reminiscent of the ancient Elymian civilization. Donnafugata, the producer, was established in 1983 by Giacomo Rallo and Gabriella, continuing a family winemaking tradition spanning over 170 years. The estate is dedicated to sustainable practices across its Sicilian vineyards. This wine is recognized for embodying the harmonious balance characteristic of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria appellation.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Label art evokes the mysterious Elymian civilization.
Fact 02
Cerasuolo di Vittoria is Sicily's only DOCG red wine.
Fact 03
Named Floramundi, referencing Floral Liberty art.
Fact 04
Donnafugata means 'fleeing woman' in Italian.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Donnafugata Floramundi Cerasuolo di Vittoria 2020 is produced through a process that begins with fermentation in stainless steel tanks, including a maceration period on the skins lasting about 10 days at temperatures between 25°C and 28°C. After undergoing malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in tanks for approximately 8 months. This is followed by a minimum of 7 to 10 months of aging in the bottle before release. The producer, Donnafugata, is committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility in its vineyard management across Sicily.
