Donnafugata Lighea I.G.P.
The nose offers a rich and fragrant bouquet where the classic notes of orange blossom are combined with citrus hints (cedar and bergamot) and exotic fruit (lychee). On the palate the fruity and floral notes resurface accompanied by a marked freshness, with good persistence and a pleasant mineral finish.
Details
Grape: Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria)
Colour: Bright straw yellow colour with greenish hues.
Production Area: grapes produced on the island of Pantelleria (South-western Sicily); Khamma, Mulini, Mueggen, Ghirlanda, Serraglia, Gibbiuna, Barone, Bukkuram, Favarotta, Monastero.
Soil: Orography: complex, typically volcanic, with terrains mainly cultivated on terraces. Soils: sandy, originating from lava, sub-acid or neutral reaction; deep and fertile, well-endowed with minerals.
Method: Alberello pantesco.
Altutude: 20 to 400 m a.m.s.l.
Harvest: the harvest began on August 16th and ended on September 8th.
Technique: The Zibibbo harvest at Donnafugata traditionally continues for about four weeks in the 14 districts where the winery's vineyards are located. These districts differ in altitude, exposure, and proximity to or distance from the sea.
Best Serve: 9-11°C
Pairing: Recommended with all types of oily fish, baked pasta in white sauce, and fried fish. Serve it in tulip-shaped goblets of medium size.
