Intense ruby red in colour, Mille e Una Notte 2021 Special Edition presents a broad bouquet characterized by fruity notes of black mulberries and plum, spicy notes of black pepper and liquorice; it stands out for the delicate hints of mint, and nuances ofcocoa buns. In the mouth it is deep and with velvety tannins; It closes with gustatory persistence.
Contessa Entellina estate and neighboring territories, South Western Sicily
Refinement
The aging took place for 12 months in new French oak barriques.
The barriques used were selected from the best tonnellerie, with fine and extra-fine grain and a medium-toasting level. The wine was then aged for nearly 2 years in bottle.
At the table
To pair with roast and braised meat, first courses with ragù sauce and rack of lamb.
Try it with tasty dishes of stewed fish. If served in large, big-bellied goblets it can be uncorked a few minutes before, otherwise a couple of hours earlier.
To be served at 18 °C (64 °F). A tasting experience that bridges tradition and modernity, equally perfect when enjoyed with a book, some music, or your favorite tv series.
Analytical data
Alcohol 14% volTotal acidity: 5.2pH: 3.66
Other info
Contains Sulphites; Enthält sulfite; Contiene SolfitiImbottigliato dall'azienda Agricola Donnafugata s.r.l. Marsala - ItaliaProdotto in Italia
At Contessa Entellina, where Donnafugata comes from
In the settings of the Gattopardo
In the heart of western Sicily - among the hills of Contessa Entellina, between 200 and 500 m a.s.l. - lie the vineyards Donnafugata comes from. The climate is Mediterranean, with rain concentrated during the autumn and winter months, dry and breezy summers, with a great range of air temperature variations between day and night. The soils are predominantly medium-clayey, but vary according to the peculiarities of the individual districts.
A prestigious red with a noble and revolutionary soul
Between tradition and innovation
Craftsmanship, creativity and innovation blend into this prestigious red, inspired by one of the protagonists of the novel “The Leopard”. The “passionate” and “revolutionary” character can be found in the style of the namesake wine that was created in 1990, from the innovative blend of an international variety with an indigenous one: Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d’Avola; a production choice that has led to the discovery of Sicilian winemaking excellence at an international level.
The story of Mille e una Notte
Giacomo and Gabriella's dream
Mille e una Notte was born from Giacomo and Gabriella’s dream of creating a wine that would be unique on the Sicilian wine scene. A dream that became reality thanks to the consultation of the enologist Giacomo Tachis, together with whom Giacomo Rallo gave life to the blend of Mille e una Notte: a combination of Nero d'Avola and international varieties, an excellent red capable of innovating the perception of Sicilian wine throughout the world.
Mille e una Notte Special Edition
A significant new chapter in Donnafugata’s “Art and Wine” dialogue: the Mille e una Notte 2021 Special Edition is dedicated to the timeless story told in the Netflix series “The Leopard”. Inspired by Tomasi di Lampedusa’s masterpiece, the series features Donnafugata as the name of the protagonist’s estate. Naturally, Donnafugata was the wine chosen by Netflix to honour this epic narrative, set in the heart of western Sicily, where our vineyards are located and where Mille e una Notte is
produced. The iconic Mille e una Notte packaging has been enriched with an exquisite label, featuring baroque-inspired
designs that reflect the elegance and style portrayed in the series.
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Intense ruby red colored, Mille e una Notte 2015 is characterized by an ample bouquet, with fruity notes (blackberry and black mulberry) and balsamic (liquorice) and spicy scents followed by...
Intense ruby red colored, Mille e una Notte 2014 is characterized by an ample bouquet, with fruity notes (blackberry and plum) and balsamic (liquorice) and spicy scents followed by hints...
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Mille e una Notte 2012 has an ample and enveloping bouquet characterized by fruity notes of mulberry, blackberry and plum, and balsamic and spicy scents (nutmeg). In the mouth it...
Mille e una Notte 2011 is characterized by an ample bouquet, with notes that range from red fruit (cherry) to spices (pepper and liquorice). The palate is fragrant, it perfectly...
An intense and enveloping bouquet, Mille e una Notte 2010 opens with notes of red fruit (plums and ripe cherries) enriched by fine spicy hints of black pepper and chocolate....
Mille e una Notte 2009 offers an enveloping and fragrant bouquet, balsamic notes stand out, perfectly combined with pleasant hints of spice. The mouth is soft and opens with notes...
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Mille e una Notte 2004 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
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Mille e una Notte 2002 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
Mille e una Notte 2001 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
Mille e una Notte 2000 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
Mille e una Notte 1999 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
Mille e una Notte 1998 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
Mille e una Notte 1997 is s noble version of Nero d’Avola with a dense ruby-red color. The enthralling bouquet calls attention to mature and sweet scents and balsamic and floral...
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