Sicilia "Anthilia" DOC Donnafugata
| Sommelier score | 88/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | Donnafugata |
| Denomination | Sicilia Doc |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grapes | Cataratto e altri vitigni autoctoni |
| Alcohol content | 12,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Winery headquarter | Donnafugata Cantine Storiche - Marsala (TP) - Via Sebastiano Lipari, 18 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | swordfish, Vegetables in batter, Sea bass, Pasta with seafood, Risotto with seafood, Fresh cheese, Tartare-fish carpaccio, Mussels, White Meat |
| Region | Sicily (Italy) |
| Style | Light and fresh |
| Wine list | Bianco Sicilia Doc |
The Anthilia DOC Sicilia di Donnafugata is produced with the vinification of Catarratto grapes, mainly present in the grape variety, to which are added other indigenous varieties. The grapes are grown in hilly land that is affected and benefits the whole year by the influence of the salt that comes from the nearby sea of Taormina, just a few kilometers away. The vinification sees the soft pressing of the grapes and then the must ferments naturally at controlled temperature. The wine is put on the market after an aging in bottle of at least 2 months.
Characteristics of Anthilia DOC
The Anthilia DOC of Donnafugata is a fresh wine, Mediterranean in flavor and aromas, expresses a clear personality and lets shine aromas of fruit and flowers, elegant and refined as well as very elegant and harmonious. Its scents come from the territory, clay on which are bred the best Sicilian vines.
Serving suggestions by tasting this white wine from Cantina Donnafugata
The Anthilia Bianco DOC of Sicily winery Donnafugata is an ideal wine for daily tasting, It is recommended in combination with summer lunches and dinners in the company of friends. Its sapidity and softness make it perfect in combination with lightly smoked fish, seafood and first courses cooked in the oven. The service takes place in tulip glasses of medium amplitude and medium height, it can be uncorked at the moment, The serving temperature is 9-11°C so that you can appreciate all the notes of taste.
