Viaggio a Contessa Entellina: Wooden Crate with Vigna di Gabri 2023 and Tancredi 2021 - Donnafugata

Donnafugata Gift Box: "Viaggio a Contessa Entellina" Tasting Experience

Immersing yourself in the world of Sicilian high winemaking means embarking on a journey of passion, history, and deep respect for the land. This extraordinary "Viaggio a Contessa Entellina" gift box represents the quintessence of the renowned Donnafugata winery, offering an unparalleled tasting experience. Housed within a refined structure, this selection unites two contrasting yet complementary souls of the island's wine scene, providing liquid emotions that speak of the light, the wind, and the incredible richness of the Mediterranean. A perfect tribute for grand occasions, designed for those seeking absolute excellence to share at their table.

Origin and Processing

Everything begins in the historic vineyards of the Contessa Entellina estate, the beating heart where the Rallo family brought the Donnafugata project to life. Here, the vines sink their roots into clayey and calcareous soils, caressed by a Mediterranean climate that ensures crucial temperature variations for the aromatic development of the grapes. The Vigna di Gabri 2023 is born from a meticulous selection of grapes, strictly hand-harvested at the first light of dawn to preserve their integrity and freshness. Its soft vinification and calibrated aging give it a surprising longevity and complexity for a white wine. In parallel, the red Tancredi 2021, whose eponymous name recalls the glorious pages of Sicilian literature, takes shape from an expert blend of red grape varieties. After a slow fermentation, the wine rests in precious oak barrels, a crucial step that softens its tannins and amplifies its structure, preparing it for long evolution in the bottle. The expertly managed aging yields a nectar with an international breath but a fiercely Sicilian soul.

Sensory Profile

Opening this box reveals a fascinating chromatic and olfactory dualism. The Vigna di Gabri 2023 appears in the glass with a luminous straw-yellow robe, pierced by brilliant golden reflections. On the nose, it is a triumph of elegance: it releases fragrant notes of white-fleshed fruit, nectarine peach, citrus nuances of bergamot, and delicate floral hints of broom, interwoven with a subtle mineral and brackish trail. On the palate, it is enveloping and savory, supported by a distinct freshness that perfectly balances the softness, closing in a long and persistent finish. Conversely, the Tancredi 2021 dominates the glass with its impenetrable deep ruby red. The bouquet is a kaleidoscope of dark, ripe aromas: blackberry, plum, and cherry in spirit merge with elegant notes of licorice, bitter cocoa, sweet tobacco, and an unmistakable balsamic touch of mint and Mediterranean scrub. The entry into the mouth is majestic, warm, and fleshy, with dense yet velvety tannins leading to an endless, spicy closure.

Usage Advice and Pairings

To fully enhance the characteristics of these two oenological jewels, we suggest transforming your tasting into a true gastronomic symposium. The Vigna di Gabri 2023, thanks to its structure and acidity, is the ideal companion for high-end seafood dishes. We recommend pairing it with a refined recipe of bronze-drawn Linguine with Mazara del Vallo Red Prawn tartare, enriched by a velvety zucchini cream and grated verdello lemon zest: the savory nature of the wine will elevate the crustacean's sweetness, cleansing the palate with its citrus freshness. For the Tancredi 2021, a wine of great opulence and structure, the table demands intense and succulent dishes. The pairing of choice is a sumptuous Sicilian-style Falsomagro, rich with its traditional stuffing, or a Beef cheek braised very slowly in red wine and spices, served on a bed of truffle-flavored mashed potatoes. The softness of the meat will marry in a perfect embrace with the wine's polished tannins, creating an unforgettable gustatory harmony. It is recommended to serve the white at around 10-12°C and the red at 16-18°C, preferably in large glasses to encourage oxygenation.

Strengths

• 💎 Iconic Selection: Two of the winery's most prestigious labels, Vigna di Gabri 2023 and Tancredi 2021.
• 🎁 Luxury Packaging: A magnificent wooden and plexiglass box that serves as a splendid display case.
• 🌋 Expression of Terroir: A total immersion into the soils and aromas of the famous Contessa Entellina estate.
• 🎨 Art and Elegance: The unmistakable artistic labels that make every bottle a unique collector's item in the world.

Values and Philosophy

Choosing Donnafugata means embracing a romantic and cultured vision of viticulture, where the love for nature blends with literature, music, and art. The wine labels are not mere commercial indications but true miniature canvases that tell stories of strong women, ancient myths, and sun-baked lands. For decades, the company has stood out for its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, the protection of biodiversity, and the enhancement of human labor in respect of Sicilian agricultural traditions. This box is not simply a container for wine, but a cultural manifesto, an ode to craftsmanship and the beauty of a Sicily capable of enchanting the entire world through the universal language of taste and excellence.

Technical Sheet

• Product Name: Viaggio a Contessa Entellina
• Format: 2 bottles of 750 ml
• Wines Included: Vigna di Gabri 2023 (Sicilia Doc, White Wine) and Tancredi 2021 (Red Wine)
• Packaging Type: Wooden and plexiglass box
• Origin: Sicily, Italy
• Conservation: Keep in a cool environment (13-15°C), away from temperature fluctuations and direct light, storing the bottles horizontally.