Identity
| Producer | Donnafugata |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | 100% Nero d'Avola |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | brilliant ruby red with violet reflections. |
| Aroma | cherry, red plum, sour cherry, black pepper, balsamic hints, violet floral notes. |
| Palate | fleshy, fresh, well-integrated tannins, smooth texture, velvety tannins, soft acidity. |
| Finish | fragrant, pleasant, persistent fruity notes. |
| Food Pairing | Neapolitan pizza, Sicilian fish soup, pasta with tomato sauce, grilled fish, mildly aged cheeses. |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 3-5 years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.1 |
| Total Acidity | 5.2 |
| pH | 3.5 |
| Aging Process | After malolactic fermentation, fined for about 4 months in stainless steel tanks, then at least 3 months in bottle. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with maceration on skins for 6-8 days at 24-25 °C (75-79°F). |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 200-400 meters above sea level. |
| Soil | Clayey-loamy soils rich in nutrients. |
| Harvest Type | manual. |
| Harvest Desc | Harvested in the first ten days of September. |
Interesting facts
| Named after Sherazade, the female protagonist of Arabian Nights; produced by Donnafugata, a renowned Sicilian winery owned by the Rallo family; represents a fresh and Mediterranean style of Nero d'Avola. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |