Fragore 2018 Etna Red DOC Montelaguardia Donnafugata
Fragore 2018 Etna Red DOC Montelaguardia Donnafugata
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What does this wine taste like?
Technical details
| Cellar | Donnafugata |
|---|---|
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| SIze | 0.75l |
| Grapes | Nerello Mascalese |
Description
Fragore 2018 Etna Rosso DOC Donnafugata: volcanic elegance and Sicilian depth
Fragore 2018 Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Montelaguardia Donnafugata is a red wine of great personality, an authentic expression of the northern slope of Etna. Born from Nerello Mascalese in purity, it combines finesse, energy, and a mineral texture that accurately narrates the character of the territory. It is a wine designed for those seeking an authoritative Etna Rosso DOC, capable of offering complexity, balance, and a pleasant evolution over time.
Territory and wine style
The Contrada Montelaguardia is located on the northern slopes of Etna, in a viticultural context of great value where altitude, temperature variations, and volcanic soils contribute to defining a recognizable style. This Italian mountain wine expresses an elegant interpretation of the Etna Rosso DOC designation, with a profile that favors verticality, sapidity, and aromatic precision. Donnafugata interprets the territory with a refined approach, creating a dry red with a deep character and a strong Sicilian identity.
Tasting notes
In the glass, it presents a brilliant ruby red, enhanced by garnet reflections. The bouquet is complex and captivating, with hints of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, Mediterranean herbs, and a nuance that recalls the volcanic matrix of the soil. On the palate, the wine shows structure and elegance, with , vibrant freshness, and well-integrated sapidity. The sip is deep, harmonious, and persistent, with a long finish that reveals mineral and balsamic notes.
Recommended pairings
Fragore 2018 Etna Rosso DOC Donnafugata pairs naturally with red meats, game, and preparations rich in flavor, such as beef fillet, roasted kid, or stewed wild boar. Its gustatory tension also makes it suitable for traditional Sicilian dishes, such as arancini with ragù or pasta alla Norma, as well as aged cheeses like Sicilian pecorino, Ragusano DOP, and well-aged caciocavallo.
Serving temperature
To best appreciate Fragore 2018 Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Montelaguardia Donnafugata, a serving temperature between 16 and 18°C is recommended. A wide glass for elegant red wine helps enhance its aromas and complexity. If opened in advance, the wine can express itself with greater aromatic relaxation, especially in a more relaxed and convivial serving phase.
Why buy it
Choosing Fragore 2018 means bringing to the table an Etna Rosso DOC of great charm, capable of combining typicity, finesse, and depth. It is an ideal bottle for those looking to buy wine online with attention to quality and provenance, focusing on a label that combines the prestige of Donnafugata with the expressive strength of Nerello Mascalese. Perfect for an important dinner, for a selection of elegant reds, or to enrich a cellar with a wine of strong identity and remarkable evolutionary potential.
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