WINE DESCRIPTION
Donnafugata Tancredi is a red blend made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d’Avola, Tannat and indigenous red grapes, growing in the southwest part of Sicily. The wine undergoes 13 to 14 months in French oak barriques (both new and used oak) and at least 14 months in bottle, which gives the wine a complex, layered and intense personality. On the nose, it displays aromas of ripe red fruits, blackberry, and dark cherry, with spicy and balsamic notes. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and concentrated, with a great balance of acidity and tannins. It has a long and persistent finish, with hints of licorice and tobacco. Its complexity and intense character make it an ideal pairing for roasted or grilled red meats, game, and aged cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Donnafugata Tancredi is a full-bodied and powerful red wine from Sicily.It offers aromas of ripe black cherries, blackberries, and hints of sweet licorice. The palate is rich and concentrated with flavors of dark cherries, plums, and coffee, and it has a long and balanced finish. Overall this is a well-crafted and elegant wine that is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
4.7
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2058
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Tannat
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
4.1
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