The connection between Donnafugata and the Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa International Literary Prize is rooted in a shared vision of Sicily as a place of culture, imagination and Mediterranean identity. It is a natural connection, deeply linked to the landscapes of western Sicily, where the story of the company intersects with the world of The Leopard.
For many years, Donnafugata has supported the Prize, which recognises contemporary authors who explore themes related to Euro-Mediterranean identity through literature. Over time, the award has been presented to leading figures on the international literary scene, including Tahar Ben Jelloun, Claudio Magris and Abraham Yehoshua.
This commitment reflects the ongoing dialogue between art and wine that runs through the Donnafugata world, from designer labels inspired by literature to wines that bear the names of characters created by Tomasi di Lampedusa, such as Tancredi and Lighea.
Each edition of the Prize also becomes an opportunity to celebrate Sicily’s storytelling tradition. The ceremonies held in Santa Margherita di Belìce bring together literature, music and landscape in a shared narrative that Donnafugata has helped sustain over the years, reaffirming its commitment to promoting culture as an integral part of its identity.
For Donnafugata, wine is not only an expression of a territory, but also a cultural medium capable of creating connections between stories, people and generations. It is in this meeting of imagination and reality that the Tomasi di Lampedusa Prize continues to find its deepest meaning.
