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About seven years ago, I purchased an assortment of D’Isanto & D’Isanto I Balzini wines. Over the course of five years I have opened most of them and at times shared my thoughts with you. Alas, my stock is dwindling and I have only four bottles left. In 1980 Vincenzo D’Isanto founded D’Isanto & D’Isanto winery and planted his first vineyard located in the heart of central Tuscany at his estate in Barberino Val d’Elsa, which is on the border between Florence and Siena.  Swept up in her husband’s dedication and love for winemaking, Antonella left her previous profession and joined Vincenzo in 2005 immersing herself completely in the management of the estate with the assistance of her daughter, Diana. Antonella and Vincenzo define themselves as “producers for passion” and feel that the territory must be loved, respected and cared for. They use only organic ingredients on the vines and all the grapes are carefully picked by hand. In keeping with their respect for the environment, they built a new energy efficient underground barrel-aging cellar.  Antonella & Vincenzo D'Isanto with daughter, Diana Photo credit: I Balzini As you can see from the photo below, the vines are planted on small terraces exposed to the sun. The name “Balzini” is the Tuscan word for small terraces.  Photo credit: MadeInTuscany The climate here is warm and temperate with soils of yellow sand and clay that contain the presence of marine fossils all of which contribute to the character of the wine. Antonella started a project called “Tuscan Colors”, where every type of wine they produce is characterized by a color on its label and made with a particular blend of grapes. Tuscan Colors began with Vincenzo’s White label, the first wine introduced to the market in 1991 and made with Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The Black label followed eleven years later and is made with Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. The Green (Sangiovese and Mammolo) and Red (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon & Sangiovese) labels came next and most recently, the Pink label, a rose made with Sangiovese and Merlot.  In 2015, I opened a 2008 D'Isanto & D'Isanto I Balzini White Label Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT. My last bottle of this vintage and label was opened last night. I thought it would be interesting to see what, if anything, has changed in three years.  2008 D'Isanto & D'Isanto I Balzini White Label Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT is made with 50% Sangiovese and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was aged in medium-toasted French oak barrels for approximately 12 months and then in the bottle for at least 18 months before release. I allowed the wine to breathe for about 20 minutes before drinking to help soften the tannins. The wine is a deep garnet color with enticing aromas of dark berries, plum, floral and spice. The palate offeres dark fruit, plum and spice with hints of pepper and oak. Tannins were smooth and the finish was long. The wine was definitely softer than when I tried it in 2015. However, it was still rich and jammy. Alcohol: 13.5% SRP: $40  The odds of finding a White Label 2008 is rather slim but check out the newer vintages. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed!
Until next time… Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com My last story brought us to Cognac, France. Today, we’re traveling a little further south to Bordeaux, specifically to the Pomerol wine-growing commune and A.O.C.  Pomerol is situated on the right bank of Bordeaux at the junction of the Isle and Dordogne rivers. It is comprised of 813 hectares of A.O.C. vines and has approximately 150 wine estate owners. Pomerol is one of the smallest areas for wine production in the Bordeaux region, producing approximately 350,000 cases of red wine per year. Merlot dominates these Bordeaux blends and is the main grape variety grown here, along with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Due to its distance from the sea, Pomerol has a more continental climate rather than a maritime influence experienced by Medoc. The soil here is a mixture of clayey and sandy gravel with iron oxides that tends to give the wines rich and expressive character. Situated on one of the highest plateaus in Pomerol is the 26-hectare vineyard of Château Gazin. Louis Soualle became the owner of Château Gazin at the beginning of the 20th century. Today, his descendants represent the 5th generation of vineyard owners here.  Photo credit: Château Gazin The Château Gazin vineyard is composed of 90% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc and the average age of the vines are 35 years old. The terroir has subsoils of blue and green clays and iron oxide which make up the bulk of Château Gazin terroir.  Subsoils of blue and green clays and iron oxide, Photo credit: Château Gazin The vines are treated with organic fertilizers and the grapes are harvested by hand. Once the varieties are blended after fermentation, the wines are aged for 18 months in 50% new French barrels. In honor of my friend’s birthday, I decided to open my last bottle of Château Gazin Pomerol 1989.  The wine was vibrant and didn’t really need to be decanted except to remove some sediment.  The color was deep red with satisfying aromas of berries, dark cherries, spice and earth. The palate offered rich flavors of dark cherry, plum and hints of licorice. This was a very smooth and velvety wine. It did not disappoint! And, I think the guest of honor was quite pleased!
It’s always fun to open noteworthy wines for special occasions, but I also love opening them for a “just because” kind of day! Until next time… Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com Recently, I attended a Camus Cognac Luncheon in New York City that opened my eyes and palate to a whole new way of thinking when it comes to drinking Cognac. Most people think of Cognac as an after-dinner drink. And what might come to mind is an image of an older gentleman sitting in a leather chair by the fireside, cigar in one hand and a snifter of Cognac in the other.  Well, move over, sir! “The times they are a changing”. Cognac sales are on the rise and it isn’t just the old timers that are buying. In addition to women, the millennials and gen xers are indulging themselves in Cognac. Not only are they drinking Cognac in traditional brandy snifters, but this versatile spirit is also being enjoyed in a tumbler glass with a cube or two of ice, in cocktails and with an assortment of food! In fact, I had the opportunity to taste an amazing Cognac cocktail at the luncheon. The Paper Plane cocktail, normally made with bourbon, was replaced with Camus VSOP Borderies. It was rich and elegant. And, it has inspired me to create and serve Cognac cocktails at my next gathering.  The guest of honor at our luncheon was Camus XO Borderies Family Reserve, Single-Estate.   Frédéric Dezauzier, Camus Global Ambassador who is also an International Spirits Expert and Master Blender, led us through the tasting and imparted fascinating information about Camus and Cognac.  Frédéric Dezauzier Photo credit: Camus Cognac The Camus XO Borderies Family Reserve, Single-Estate is created exclusively using 100% organic grapes grown from one single Camus privately owned Borderies vineyard. Frédéric said, “The natural acidity preserves the wine and the fate of Cognac depends on the wine”. The Cognac is handcrafted from start to finish, including the bottling. The wines are distilled on the lees to extract the best flavor. Camus is the only Cognac house to work with small copper pot stills throughout the distillation process that helps to produce very aromatic Cognac. Frédéric poured the Cognac into special glasses that were carefully measured out for a total of three pours. The objective was to demonstrate the subtleties of aromas while increasing the levels in the glass. We were allowed to taste the Cognac on the third pour. The first pour showed aromas of spice, oak, cardamom and hints of orange. The second pour increased the level of cognac in the glass and added sweeter aromas and soft fruit. The third pour reached the shoulder of the glass (the widest part). Aromas intensified and we were finally allowed to taste the Cognac.  My final assessment is that this Cognac is intensely aromatic with a range of spice, oak and fruit that segues onto the palate with a smooth and balanced blend of dried fruit, vanilla and floral notes. Truly magnificent! This is an artistically blended Cognac that is rich and decadent! The Cognac paired well with a variety of food that was served at the luncheon such as roasted beet salad, grilled oysters, duck confit, sautéed mushrooms and a lemon and almond tart. The packaging for Camus XO Borderies Family Reserve is beautiful. The bottle is reminiscent of a perfume bottle with a 100% copper label that pays tribute to the copper stills. The wood in the stopper pays tribute to the oak casks that the eaux-de-vie matures in. SRP: $199 If you didn’t have a chance to read my story on Camus Cognac written a few months ago, here is a quick catch-up. Jean-Baptiste Camus founded Camus in 1863 and it is the largest Cognac house that is still entirely family-owned. Today, Cyril Camus, fifth generation, heads the company.  Cyril Camus Photo credit: The Spirits Business The family home is situated in the heart of Borderies cru which is the smallest of the AOC growth areas and is also the most coveted. Camus Cognac is the largest landowner in the Cognac Borderies cru.  The Borderies cru is comprised of 4,000 hectares located on a plateau north of the Charente River. It is exposed to a maritime climate with a terroir of chalky soil containing clay and flint stones. The Cognacs produced from Borderies have distinct characteristics of a violet bouquet and a hint of nuts on the palate. If you would like to learn more about the Cognac region, its classification system and more reviews of Camus Cognac, please click on the link below to read my story. http://thewineknitter.com/1/post/2018/07/day-657-camus-cognac.html It’s time to start thinking outside the box when it comes to Cognac. Be adventurous and explore the flavorful options that Cognac can provide on your next pour! Happy autumn!  Until next time…
Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com My last story took us to Argentina and I’m not quite ready to leave there yet. I’m on a Malbec roll and so I popped open a bottle of Trivento Golden Reserve 2015.  Bodega Trivento is located in Mendoza, Argentina against the backdrop of the Andes.  Photo courtesy of Trivento In the mid-1990s Concha y Toro, Chile’s leading wine producer, purchased this collection of eight vineyards spreading across the Maipu, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Luján de Cuyo, San Martin and Rivadavia districts, making it one of the largest wine estates in Mendoza with 3,185 acres.  The name Trivento means “three winds”, referring to the Polar, Zonda and Sudestada winds that blow across the sun-drenched and arid land of Mendoza. These winds are an integral part in the growth and unique character of the grapes. The frigid Polar winds of winter force the sap deep into the vines. Next, the Zonda winds hurtle down from the Andes out of the West, awakening dormant sap to generate new spring growth. And finally, in the summer months, the Sudestada winds drawing from the East provides a cool breeze from the scorching sun, giving the grapes relief and aid in ripening. Trivento’s high-altitude and huge swings in day and night temperatures help influence and enhance the wines’ aromatic quality. In addition, rainfall averages only 8 inches a year. However, Mother Nature lends a hand by irrigating the vineyards with the spring snowmelt that cascades from the mountains nearby. All eight vineyards of Trivento are equipped with state of the art technology, drip irrigation systems and a dedicated team of winemakers and technicians. The winemaker for Trivento Golden Reserve is Germán di Cesare who also oversees the production of Trivento’s other premium ranges, Amado Sur and Brisa de Abril.  Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec 2015 is 100% Malbec. The grapes are hand harvested from the Luján de Cuyo vineyard where the climate is dry and continental with excellent sun exposure. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, then bottled and stored for 12 months. The color is deep purple with juicy aromas of red and dark berries, spice and hints of oak and floral. The palate is layered with juicy blackberries, dark plum, spice, fennel and hints of chocolate, raspberry and sour cherry on the finish. This is a beautifully balanced, full-bodied wine. Enjoy this wine with stews, spicy sauces, grilled meats and cheese. Alcohol: 14.5% SRP: $21 The wines being produced in South America are impressive. And the price to value ratio never ceases to amaze me!  Until next time…
Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com After spending the better part of the afternoon making a massive amount of hearty vegetable and bean soup, I rewarded myself with a bowlful accompanied by a glass of Malbec.  Domaine Bousquet Malbec 2017 is 100% Malbec. Grapes are harvested from the vineyards in Tupungato, Alto Gualtallary in Argentina that is adjacent to the foothills of the Andes at an altitude of 4000 ft.  This high altitude sub-region of the Uco Valley experiences a cool climate with gravel and sandy soils which in turn produces lively, fruit-forward, juicy wines. All the Domaine Bousquet wines are made from 100% organic fruit. The Malbec 2017 is dark purple with mouth-watering aromas of dark fruit, blackberry and spice. The palate offers dark berries, plum, dark cherry, spice and pepper. Hints of cocoa and pepper linger on a long finish. Nicely balanced with good acidity, soft tannins and a juicy mouth-feel. This wine is food-friendly and will pair well with meats, stews, pasta, soups, fatty fish and an assortment of cheeses. Alcohol: 13.5% SRP: $13  To learn more about the history of Domaine Bousquet estate, climate, terroir and the dynamic Anne Bousquet and her husband Labid al Ameri, please click on the links below. http://thewineknitter.com/1/post/2018/01/day-622-bonjour-argentina.html http://thewineknitter.com/1/post/2018/02/day-626-bonjour-argentina-part-two.html If you would like the recipe for the vegetable and bean soup, please email me. I would be happy to share!  Until next time…
Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com For those of you who may not know, my education and passion for wine and spirits began in 1980 when I became part of three very successful family-owned restaurants in NYC. Over the years we have collected many wines from around the world and I recently had the good fortune to be gifted a few cases. Among the treasure trove I inherited was a box of Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The vintages include 1983, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989 and 1990.  About four years ago I opened a bottle of the 1983 vintage that had been tucked away in my wine cellar since 1990. It was superb! So, I was very excited about opening my new acquisitions, especially another 1983 vintage! A friend suggested I do a vertical tasting of the wines, but I didn’t have the heart to open all the bottles at once. I want to take my sweet time and slowly savor each bottle.  John Benson, a forty-niner of the California gold rush, founded Far Niente Winery in 1885 that is situated in western Oakville, Napa Valley. Far Niente fell victim to Prohibition in 1919 and soon was abandoned. In 1979, Gil Nickel purchased the vineyard and winery. The property took three years of restoration, but the hard work led to placement on the National Register of Historical Places. In 1982, the winery’s first Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay were harvested, and to this day only these two varietal are produced at this winery. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are grown in the Martin Stelling Vineyard located behind the winery, encompassing 57 acres. With a moderately warm climate and gravelly loam soil, the stage is set for producing complex, richly textured and fruit forward wines. It was a difficult decision, but I finally opted to begin the exploration of the Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignons with the 1990 vintage.  Far Niente 1990 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon In addition to Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine is also blended with Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The blend was aged in 100% new Bordeaux French Oak barrels for twenty months. The cork crumbled when trying to remove it from the bottle, but the wine showed a beautiful color of deep red as it was decanted. Our first swirl and sip put a smile on our faces. We patiently allowed the wine to open up and were then rewarded with an outstanding wine! The aromas were a heady mixture of berries, dark cherry and hints of spice and toast. The palate was layered with dark berries, pomegranate, anise and spice. A velvety mouth-feel, soft tannins and rich texture added to the complexity of the wine, proving once again that Far Niente creates age-worthy wines.  I can’t wait to open more vintages!
Until next time… Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com Many of you have been questioning of late why the “knitter” in The Wineknitter has disappeared. I have many excuses lined up, but truth be told, my passion for knitting waned. I must confess that I haven’t picked up knitting needles in over two years…that is until last week.  A family member recently reached out to me and asked if I would teach her how to knit. I was quite happy to do so. As we sat sipping wine and going through the basics of knitting, I realized how much I’ve missed the challenge of designing and creating knitwear. And I had forgotten how peaceful and centering knitting is. Although I don’t have a lot of time anymore to sketch, work out patterns, etc., my teaching session motivated me to grab some yarn and start knitting. So, with knitting needles, yarn and a glass of wine in hand, I embarked on a quick project!  The “pour” that paired with my knitting project is Michel Chapoutier’s Domaine de Bila-Haut L’esquerda Côtes Du Roussillon Villages L’esquerda 2016.  Domaine Bila-Haut is located in the region of Côtes de Roussillon, Languedoc in Southwest France. Michel Chapoutier is a fourth-generation oenologist and head of Maison M. Chapoutier. He is world-renowned and one of Rhône’s most famous wine producers of Hermitage, Chateauneuf du Pape and Côte Rôtie. The blend of Domaine de Bila-Haut L’esquerda 2016 is mostly Syrah with small amounts of Grenache and Carignan. The percentages vary from vintage to vintage. The grapes are hand harvested from the 67-acre L’esquerda vineyard comprised of forty to sixty-year-old vines that grow in granite and schist soils.  The color of the wine is deep purple with intoxicating aromas of dark berries, spice, pepper and vanilla. The palate is layered with blackberries, plum, raspberry, fennel, spice and hints of minerality. The finish is long and filled with blackberry jam, chocolate, pepper and a touch of fennel. This is an expressive and beautifully balanced full-bodied wine. Serve with grilled meats, chicken, cheese, tuna steak and hearty stews. Alcohol: 14.5% SRP: $28 As a side note, Michel Chapoutier’s wine labels are also printed in Braille. It is Michel’s way of paying homage to Maurice de la Sizeranne who was born in 1857 and had lost his sight by age nine. Maurice was one of France’s most noted philanthropists and founded the Revue du Braille, perfecting the system of abbreviated Braille. Maurice and his family are also known for a small plot of land they own in the famous Hermitage appellation where Chapoutier sources grapes for one of his most famous wines, Monier de la Sizeranne. If you would like to learn more about Bila-Haut wines, please click on “Categories” on the right-hand side of this page. My knitting moments will be far and in-between going forward, but every now and then, I will post a “sip and stitch” story. Here is my finished cowl neck scarf which took a few hours to make.  Until next time…
Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com With autumn fast approaching, my attention is turning to a more focused look at red wines and a heartier dining menu. However, as I’ve said many times before, I do enjoy white, rosé and sparkling wines all year long! Donald Hess is the founder of Hess Wines, a family-owned, fifth-generation company in Napa Valley, CA. In the 1970s, Donald made a business trip to Napa Valley and it was during this visit that he took an interest in mountain winegrowing. He learned that the Mount Veeder mountain vineyards were an ideal area for growing grapes which produce unique character and flavor due to the microclimate and soils.  In 1978 Donald made his first land purchase on Mount Veeder, a property in which winemaking and farming go back as far as 1876. This property is now the site of the Hess Collection Winery. By 1982, Donald had acquired 900 acres and in 1986 he opened the Hess Collection Winery to the public. Dave Guffy became Director of Winemaking in 1999 and Donald formally retired in 2011, passing on the baton to Timothy Persson as CEO and fifth generation of the Hess family. Hess Wines focuses on sustainable practices in the vineyard and winery. In addition to its mountain vineyards, Hess Wines has estate vineyards in areas such as Pope Valley and near the Carneros region of the Napa Valley. Hess Wines also produces wine in Argentina and South Africa. I recently received two bottles of Hess Select wines, made from grapes grown in the Central and North Coast of California.   Hess Select Central Coast Pinot Noir 2016 is 100% Pinot Noir from the Santa Lucia Highlands region of the Central Coast. The wine is aged in neutral French oak, up to 12 months. The color is ruby with enticing aromas of sweet spice, cherry and strawberry. The palate is layered with red cherry, yellow plum, strawberry, pomegranate and allspice and finishes with a touch of pepper and vanilla. Smooth tannins and nice acidity make this a great wine to pair with fish, white meat, cheese and light pasta. Alcohol: 14% SRP: $20   Hess Select North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Petite Sirah, 4% Malbec, 2% Syrah, 2% Merlot and 2% Zinfandel. The grapes are harvested from the North Coast known for its mild Mediterranean climate and well-drained volcanic and gravelly soils. The wines are aged in 35% new French and American oak for 18 months. The wine color is dark ruby with juicy aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice and cocoa. The palate offers rich jammy flavors of dark cherry, plum, blackberry, spice and a touch of anise, vanilla and toast on the finish. This is a smooth and beautifully balanced wine. Pair with meats, stew, hearty soups, grilled veggies and an array of cheeses. Alcohol: 13.5% SRP: $19   Hess Wines has a wide range of wines to choose from. Visit their website for more information. https://www.hesscollection.com
Happy Wine Wednesday! Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com All it took was a 15-degree drop in temperature and a cool breeze for me to start thinking about making a batch of soup and pumpkin muffins. The temporary change in weather also motivated me to open a bottle of red wine. Having tasted a lot of lightweight wines the past few months, I was “jonesing” for some Chianti.  Chianti Classico appellation is located in Tuscany, Italy situated between Florence and Siena and is the most esteemed and ancient area in the Chianti winemaking zone.  Chianti Classico is a small wine region that produces DOCG wines with very specific rules. The blend must be at least 80% Sangiovese grapes. Chianti Classico Riserva is made with the best Sangiovese grapes and requires a minimum of 24 months maturation, including 3 months of bottle aging. Every bottle of Chianti Classico has a pink label with the Black Rooster seal, authenticating the wine. The label is a symbol of the Chianti Classico Wine Consortium. The bottle must also bear the DOCG label (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita), which under Italian wine law is the highest designation of quality among Italian wines.   Tomaiolo Chianti Classico Riserva 2012 DOCG is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is aged in oak casks for 24 months and one year in the bottle. The color is deep ruby with aromas of cherry, blackberries, spice, violet and oak. The palate offers dark cherry, dark fruit, cranberry, toast and a long finish of cherry and cocoa. This is a full-bodied, dry wine with soft tannins. Pair with grilled meats, pasta and red sauce, and seared tuna. SRP: $12.99 Alcohol: 13%  I never did make the soup or pumpkin muffins, but there’s always next week!
Until next time… Cheers! Penina To leave a comment or if you have an inquiry, please contact me at wineknittercomments@gmail.com Over the past fifteen months I’ve had the opportunity to visit Sicily twice. I have experienced a breathtaking array of landscapes, sampled delicious food and savored many memorable wines from west to east and north to south. My exploration of Sicily has taken me to cities and regions such as Palermo, Mazara del Vallo, Menfi, Cammarata, Catania, Marsala and Pantelleria to name just a few.  Sicily is the largest Mediterranean island surrounded by the Ionian, Tyrrhenian and the Mediterranean seas. It is also the third largest producer of wine in Italy. The only parts of the island that I have not yet explored are the southeast and northeast wine regions. So, when I received a bottle of Donnafugata’s Floramundi Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG made from the grapes of the Vittoria area in southeastern Sicily, I was quite excited to tour this region through my taste buds!  Donnafugata has wineries and 283 hectares of vineyards located throughout Sicily, including historic aging cellars at their Marsala winery.  They have 18 hectares of vineyards in production in the Vittoria area, consisting of 11 hectares of Nero d’Avola and 7 hectares of Frappato.  Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG is considered one of the most noteworthy wines produced in Sicily and it is the only wine in Sicily with a DOCG status! These wines are a blend of the indigenous grapes Frappato and Nero d’Avola. No other grape varieties are allowed in the blend. Cerasuolo means ‘cherry-colored’ in Italian. Frappato is light-bodied with low tannins and flavors of cherries and strawberries. Nero d’Avola has weight and is full-bodied with a rich texture and dark red fruit flavors. Together, they complement and bring out the best in each other. Floramundi Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2016 is Donnafugata’s first vintage from the Vittoria vineyards. It is a blend of 70% Nero d’Avola and 30% Frappato. The color is cherry red with aromas of white peony, cherry, sweet apple, spice and pepper. The palate is layered with cherries, red berries, strawberry-rhubarb pie and a touch of spice and pepper on the finish. Soft tannins and a silky mouth-feel complete this fresh and juicy wine!  This is a wine that will drink well slightly chilled. Serve as an aperitif or with cheese, beef stew, hearty fish entrees and soup. Alcohol: 13.30% SRP: $30 As always, Donnafugata wine labels are whimsical and a work of art.  Flora means, "flower" in Latin. And in Roman mythology, Flora is the goddess of spring and flowering plants. Mundi, loosely translated is the connection between Heaven and Earth. The Floramundi label depicts a goddess type woman conjuring up magical gifts of flowers and fruit. As Donnafugata states “it is a dialogue between two souls, the elegant and sophisticated, Nero d’Avola and Frappato”. And indeed, this wine is a beautiful marriage!  To learn more about Donnafugata and Sicily, please click from the menu on the right side of this page.
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