"Vigna di Gabri" is not a fantasy name, because the wine bears the name of Gabriella (founder of Donnafugata, with her husband Giacomo), who wanted to create it and strongly believed in the full flavored fragrance of Ansonica. The graphics, renewed on the occasion of the wine’s 25th Anniversary, is precious and elegant, and fully reflects the character of the wine. Vigna di Gabri 2014 is characterized by a fine and elegant bouquet with fragrant fruity notes and nuances of aromatic herbs. A fine and elegant white with an intriguing personality.
Type: Bianco Sicilia DOP.
Grapes: Ansonica grapes blended with Chardonnay, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and Catarratto.
Production area: South-western Sicily, Contessa Entellina Estate, vineyard called "Vigna di Gabri".
Altitude: 200 to 300 m AMSL
Orography: hilly.
Soils: clayey with a sub-alkaline reaction (pH 7.5 to 7.8). Total limestone from 20 to 35%. Rich in nutritive elements (potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, manganese, zinc).
Fermentation: in stainless steel, at the temperature of 14-16°C
Ageing: 85% of the wine was aged in cement vats, on its noble lees, while 15% was aged in second passage French oak barrels; at least three months in bottle before releasing.
Analysis data: alcohol 13.40 % ABV, total acidity 5.9 g/l., pH: 3.27.
Description: Vigna di Gabri is bright straw yellow. The nose offers notes of white pulp fruit (peach) and citrus fruit (citron and bergamot), combined with hints of aromatic herbs (sage). Fresh and savory, the palate perfectly reflects the nose. Pleasant persistence on the finish. A fine and elegant white with an intriguing personality and surprising longevity.
Food & Wine: seafood pasta dishes. Ovenbaked and char- grilled fish, white meat with sauce, flan and soufflés. Ideal with baccalà al pomodoro (salt cod in tomato sauce), vegetables and roasted porcini mushrooms. Serve it in relatively tall, tulip-shaped goblets of medium size and without bellies; uncork at time of serving; excellent at 10/12°C (50-54°F).
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