Flavour Profile

Donnafugata

Donnafugata Sedàra

Name: Donnafugata Sedàra
Brand: Donnafugata
Price: 23.98 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Italy, Sicily

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.7

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Donnafugata Sedàra is a red wine produced by Donnafugata, a renowned winery in Sicily, Italy. The wine is made from a blend of indigenous grape varieties, including Nero d'Avola, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah. The grapes are grown in vineyards located in the hills of western Sicily, where the warm and dry climate, combined with the mineral-rich soil, creates ideal growing conditions. The wine is aged in oak barrels for a few months, which gives it a smooth and velvety texture. Donnafugata Sedàra is a medium-bodied wine with a rich and fruity flavor profile, featuring notes of black cherry, plum, and spices. It is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes, making it a great choice for any occasion.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Sicilian red blend of Nero d'Avola, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah offers an intense and complex bouquet of ripe red and black fruit, with hints of spice, licorice, and mocha.On the palate, it is rich and voluminous, with a full body and smooth, velvety tannins. The finish is persistent, with a lingering mineral character. An ideal accompaniment to grilled red meat and game dishes.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Donnafugata

Region: Sicily

Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just off the "toe" of the Italian peninsula. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is home to a rich and diverse terroir and wine culture. Sicily has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 8th century BC. The island has been home to many different cultures over the centuries, including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Normans, all of whom have left their mark on the island's wine culture. Today, Sicily is one of Italy's most important wine regions, producing a wide range of styles from both indigenous and international grape varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.7

0 Reviews