{"product_id":"sicilia-doc-mille-e-una-notte-2020-donnafugata-luxury-cassetta-di-legno","title":"Sicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata (Luxury - wooden box)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat wine is Sicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata (Luxury - wooden box)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eSicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata (Luxury - wooden box)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the red wines emblematic of Sicilian oenological excellence. Born in 1995, it represents the perfect marriage between the Island's winemaking tradition and Donnafugata's innovative vision. The undisputed protagonist is \u003cstrong\u003eNero d'Avola\u003c\/strong\u003e, the indigenous grape par excellence of Sicily, alongside small percentages of international varieties that enrich its aromatic profile and structure.\nThe result is a full-bodied and enveloping wine, of great elegance and persistence, capable of conveying the territory from which it originates and destined for a long evolution over time.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2020 vintage in Sicily was characterized by a balanced climate, with mild temperatures and well-distributed rainfall. This allowed the grapes to ripen slowly, preserving intense aromas and soft tannins. The \u003cstrong\u003eharvest\u003c\/strong\u003e of Nero d'Avola took place in the second half of September, ensuring an excellent concentration of aromas and a perfect balance between freshness and structure.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAfter careful manual selection of the bunches, fermentation took place in steel at a controlled temperature, with a \u003cstrong\u003emaceration\u003c\/strong\u003e of about 10-12 days on the skins, useful for extracting color and aromatic complexity. The wine then underwent a period of \u003cstrong\u003eaging in French oak barriques for at least 16 months\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by another 12 months in the bottle.\nThis long maturation process gives Mille e una Notte a complex, harmonious personality rich in nuances, made even more precious by the \u003cstrong\u003eLuxury wooden box\u003c\/strong\u003e packaging, ideal for a prestigious gift or for your private collection.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn sight, the \u003cstrong\u003eSicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata\u003c\/strong\u003e presents an intense and deep ruby red, with garnet reflections that anticipate its maturity and power.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe nose opens with broad and enveloping aromas: ripe red fruits, cherry and plum, intertwine with spicy notes of black pepper, vanilla and a delicate balsamic hint. Elegant hints of chocolate and sweet tobacco also emerge, typical of barrique aging.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is a wine of great balance and structure. The body is full but velvety, supported by \u003cstrong\u003eripe tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that are perfectly integrated. The aromatic \u003cstrong\u003epersistence\u003c\/strong\u003e is long, with a warm and harmonious finish that recalls sweet spices. A red capable of thrilling with every sip, ideal for both now and for long aging.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings for Sicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata (Luxury - wooden box)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine expresses its best when paired with structured and rich-flavored dishes. Perfect with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasts and braised red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame such as hare or wild boar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Sicilian dishes such as baked kid goat or stuffed eggplant rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nA glass of Mille e una Notte also accompanies an important dinner, making every occasion a memorable moment.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Aging: How to store Sicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata (Luxury - wooden box)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best preserve its qualities, the \u003cstrong\u003eSicilia DOC 'Mille e una Notte' 2020 - Donnafugata\u003c\/strong\u003e should be stored in a cool, dry place away from light, at a constant temperature between 12°C and 16°C. It is recommended to store the bottle horizontally, to keep the cork always moist.\nThanks to its structure and complexity, this wine can evolve in the bottle for over 10 years, developing even more harmonious and refined notes over time. A collector's red, capable of telling, sip after sip, the magic and depth of the Sicilian territory.","brand":"Donnafugata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415276450131,"sku":"S09-D025-2020-05C","price":101.46,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/sicilia-doc-mille-e-una-notte-2020-donnafugata-luxury-cassetta-di-legno.jpg?v=1764413551","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/sicilia-doc-mille-e-una-notte-2020-donnafugata-luxury-cassetta-di-legno","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}