Nose
The nose presents a fresh and fruity bouquet with notes of white-fleshed fruits (apple) combined with scents of wildflowers.
Palate
On the palate we find the evident fruity note again, refreshed by agreeable sapidity. It finishes with good persistence.
Growing Conditions
In the heart of western Sicily – among the hills of Contessa Entellina, between 200 and 500 metres above sea level – are the vineyards from which Donnafugata originated. The climate is Mediterranean, with concentrated rainfall in autumn and winter, dry and windy summers, characterized by sharp differences in temperature between day and night.
Harvest
The harvest, from August to September, follows the ripening periods of the different varieties.
8.0 - 9.0 t (3.2 - 3.6 t/acres)
Winemaking
Fermentation: in stainless steel, at a temperature of 14-16°C (57-61° F).
Lucido (Catarratto), the predominant variety; the blend is complemented by other autochthonous and international varieties
Aging
Ageing in tanks for two months and then at least two months in bottle before release.
Appearance
Anthìlia 2018 has a straw yellow color.
Food Pairing
Perfect when paired with tomato and basil bruschetta, seafood pasta, blue fish. Try also with cesar salad.