COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Grillo
PRODUCER
Donnafugata
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Passiperduti Grillo Sicilia DOC from Donnafugata, vintage 2023, is a white wine made exclusively from the Grillo grape, originating from the Contessa Entellina estate and surrounding territories in Sicily. The wine's name, 'Passiperduti,' meaning 'lost steps,' and its label are designed to inspire a sense of serenity and contemplation of nature. The producer, Donnafugata, was established in 1983 by Giacomo and Gabriella Rallo, with the winery's name derived from a novel and signifying 'flying woman.' The Rallo family possesses over 150 years of experience in winemaking, underpinning their ambitious project which emphasizes meticulous attention to detail. The wine is recognized for its brilliant straw-yellow color with greenish reflections.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Passiperduti' means 'lost steps' in Italian.
Fact 02
Donnafugata's name is inspired by a novel by Tomasi di Lampedusa.
Fact 03
The wine's label and name evoke serenity and contemplation of nature.
Fact 04
The producer has over 150 years of family winemaking experience.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Passiperduti Grillo Sicilia is produced using 100% Grillo grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, which helps to maintain the wine's freshness and primary fruit characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for three months in tank. It then undergoes a further aging period of at least three months in bottle before its release to the market. This unoaked wine is a testament to the producer's focus on preserving the inherent qualities of the Grillo grape and the Sicilian terroir.
