DONNAFUGATA - SUL VULCANO - ETNA ROSATO DOC
A sophisticated and intriguing rosé
Sul Vulcano Etna Rosato DOC is the new rosé Donnafugata fascinates with its remarkable fragrance that expresses the typical characteristics of Etna and Nerello Mascalese. Light pink in color, Sul Vulcano rosato presents delicate floral scents (wisteria) accompanied by pleasant fruity notes of plum and pink grapefruit. It stands out for its freshness and refined minerality.
Food & wine
perfect with raw shellfish, vegetarian dishes, fresh cheeses, dishes of Asian cuisine (not too spicy) and
white meats
Excellent at 10-12°C/50- 53 °F°
Denomination
Etna Rosato DOC
Grapes
Production zone
Eastern Sicily, north side of Etna
Awards
Harvesting
Manual harvest into crates with selection of bunches per plant.
Yield per hectar
4.5-6.5 t/ha (1.8-2.4 t/acres)
Vinification
Cold maceration in press for 6-12 hours at 10° (50°F) followed by fermentation in stainless steel, at a controlled temperature.
Ageing
In tanks for three months and another two months in bottle before release.
Alcohol and analytical data
alcohol: 12.60%
total acidity: 6.6 g/l
pH: 3.38
Ageing potential
to be enjoyed within 3 years.
First vintage
2018
Food and wine pairings
Spaghetti with prawns and capers
Linguine with wild asparagus
Salad of tomatoes and Fano prawns with potato sauce and black truffle
Chicken drumsticks
Artistic label
The mane of a volcano goddess stands out on the label. Its delicate colors represent the smoking nuances on the mouth of the highest active volcano in Europe. An ancient, powerful and feminine deity: “the Mountain” as Etna is called by the locals. “Sul Vulcano” is a declaration of love: a pure wine, fragrant and elegant, that lets you breathe the energy of this unique place located in the center of the Mediterranean.
