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2 Why choose us Those who choose our wines will have the certainty of tasting an Italian product of high quality, sustainable and memorable. annapakula annapakula annapakula

3 Donnafugata vigneti e cantine in 5 territori The family s historic winery (1851): (steel, cement or wood) and bottling. 15 hectares (37 acres) in production in 5 districts White grapes: Carricante Red grapes: Nerello Mascalese Winery: Randazzo 68 hectares (168 acres) in production in 14 districts White grapes: Zibibbo (Moscato di Alessandria) 2 experimental fields. Winery: Khamma district 283 hectares (699 acres) in production in 10 districts White grapes: Ansonica, Catarratto, Grillo, Chardonnay and other varieties Red grapes: Nero d Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and other varieties 1 experimental field. Winery: Contessa Entellina 18 hectares (44 acres) in production Red grapes: Frappato, Nero d Avola Winery: Acate 1

4 fabiogambina Enter the world and colors of Donnafugata

Timeline fabiogambina 1995 2016 Antonio Rallo, president of Consorzio DOC Sicilia, was also head of Unione Italiana Vini.

1995 The first vintage of Mille e Una Notte conceived by Giacomo Rallo together with the great enologist Giacomo Tachis.

ageing 1983 Giacomo and Gabriella created Donnafugata, a name with artistic connections. A new style for Sicilian wines.

5 Timeline fabiogambina Antonio Rallo, president of Consorzio DOC Sicilia, was also head of Unione Italiana Vini. Presentation of the debut wines under the Etna DOC denominations The Rallo family entered the wine world in Sicily in the wake of English entrepreneurs The first vintage of Mille e Una Notte conceived by Giacomo Rallo together with the great enologist Giacomo Tachis Donnafugata Music & Wine with José Rallo singing at the Blue Note in New York. Giacomo Rallo, pioneer of the worldwide success of Sicily, passed away. ageing 1983 Giacomo and Gabriella created Donnafugata, a name with artistic connections. A new style for Sicilian wines Donnafugata started operating on the island of Pantelleria where it cultivated bush-trained Zibibbo vines on terraces and started producing the Passito Ben Ryé The first nighttime harvest of Chardonnay at Contessa Entellina. A way to preserve the aromas of the grapes and save energy. 2009/10 Creation of experimental fields in Contessa Entellina and Pantelleria for the study of native grapes and for the restoration of the reliquia type at risk of disappearing Presentation of the debut wines under the Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG and Frappato di Vittoria DOC denominations. 3

6 Marsala Historic ageing cellars (1851). fabiogambina

A dynamic production reality aimed at excellence, it retains the typical

citrus and olive trees. Ageing in steel, cement and wood, and bottling.

7 A dynamic production reality aimed at excellence, it retains the typical layout of the Sicilian baglio with a spacious courtyard dotted with citrus and olive trees. Ageing in steel, cement and wood, and bottling. fabiogambina fabiogambina The winery is oriented towards maximum energy savings. Since 2007, an underground barrique cellar carved out of the tufo rock allows to maintain the desired temperature and humidity parameters. 5

8 Contessa Entellina A mosaic of territories and grapes. annapakula

grapes rich in aromas. Harvest: from August to September.

9 annapakula Climate: Mild winters. Dry, breezy summers, with a wide variation between day and night temperatures, ideal for producing healthy grapes rich in aromas. Harvest: from August to September. Manual harvesting with careful selection of clusters. Location: south-western Sicily. Altitude: m (656 1,968 ft.) a.s.l.. Orography: hilly. Soils: clay loam; total limestone from 20 to 35%, ph 7.5 to fabiogambina

10 Pantelleria Heroic viticulture, biodiversity and the care of the landscape. fabiogambina

On the terraces the vine is cultivated low, in hollows, to withstand the wind on the island.

fabiogambina Location: Sicily Channel. Altitude: 20-400 m (60 1,312 ft) a.s.l.. Soils: sandy of volcanic origin, deep and loose.

Climate: mild winters and breezy summers favor the quality of the grapes on the plant and on the racks

11 On the terraces the vine is cultivated low, in hollows, to withstand the wind on the island. Short pruning, manual harvesting with careful selection of clusters. fabiogambina Location: Sicily Channel. Altitude: m (60 1,312 ft) a.s.l.. Soils: sandy of volcanic origin, deep and loose. PH 6.5 to 7. Climate: mild winters and breezy summers favor the quality of the grapes on the plant and on the racks during withering. Harvest: from mid-august to September. The alberello pantesco has been listed as Unesco world heritage as a highly sustainable and creative agricultural practice. 9 annapakula fabiogambina

12 Vittoria Land of vineyards between the Hyblean plateau and the sea in south-eastern Sicily.

Location: south-eastern Sicily, in the countryside of Acate.

Climate: mild winters, temperate summers that benefit from cool thermal breezes and a wide

Frappato is one of the most ancient Sicilian grape varieties; it loves the climate of the

13 Location: south-eastern Sicily, in the countryside of Acate. Altitude: m ( ft) a.s.l.. Soils: partly tending towards sandy, interspersed with calcareous tuff, partly clay loam. Climate: mild winters, temperate summers that benefit from cool thermal breezes and a wide variation between day/night temperatures. Frappato is one of the most ancient Sicilian grape varieties; it loves the climate of the Vittoria DOC territories. The combination of Frappato and Nero d Avola gives rise to the only Sicilian DOCG, Cerasuolo di Vittoria. Harvest: September. 11

14 fabiogambina Etna Mountain viticulture on Europe s highest active volcano.

fabiogambina Location: eastern Sicily, north side of Etna Altitude: 730-750 m (2,395

. Districts: In Randazzo Montelaguardia, Campo Re, Calderara and Allegracore.

Climate: the altitude and the side mark the climate, with cold and rainy winters,

15 fabiogambina Location: eastern Sicily, north side of Etna Altitude: m (2,395 2,460 ft) a.s.l.. Districts: In Randazzo Montelaguardia, Campo Re, Calderara and Allegracore. In Passopisciaro Marchesa. Climate: the altitude and the side mark the climate, with cold and rainy winters, moderately warm springs and mild, breezy summers. Soils: volcanic sands. fabiogambina The vineyards cultivated on terraces produce grapes with great aromatic freshness and wines with unique personality. 13 fabiogambina

16 Sustainable agriculture The winery does not use herbicides and chemical fertilizers, it preserves biodiversity, produces clean energy and cares about energy saving. On Pantelleria it maintains 30 km of dry stone walls and the giardino pantesco donated to FAI. fabiogambina

A style of hospitality you can experience all

17 fabiogambina visit.donnafugata.it Guided tours, professional tastings and refined pairings with specialties of the Mediterranean cuisine. A style of hospitality you can experience all year round at the historic cellars in Marsala and, during the summer months, at the winery on Pantelleria. 15

18 fabiogambina Artistic labels Unique and inimitable works of art, they represent a way of being, a style. Gabriella has been the source of inspiration for many labels illustrated by Stefano Vitale and capable of making the personality of each wine shine. Contessa Entellina

19 Etna Rosso ageing Pantelleria Vittoria Etna 17

20 Icon Wines Wines with unique personality. Mediterranean Elegance Great wines from international varieties. When you desire EXCLUSIVITY When you desire CHARM Versatile with Character Wines that accompany you throughout the meal. Fresh and Informal Pleasant wines from autochthonous varieties. When you desire CONVIVIALITY When you desire JOY

21 New collection Surprising Wines From the hidden corners of Sicily. Etna Rosso ageing When you desire ORIGINALITY The Donnafugata collections A wine for each desire 19

22 Icon Wines Wines with unique personality. When you desire EXCLUSIVITY

23 An icon of Italian excellence One of the most appreciated sweet Italian wines in the world Mille e una Notte Terre Siciliane Igt Nero d Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah and other grapes AGEING: 14 months in barriques, about 24 months in bottle Elegant and complex. An ample bouquet with scents of black fruits, balsamic and spicy notes. Great structure and soft tannins on the palate. Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria Doc Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria) AGEING: 7 months in tanks, at least 12 months in bottle A wine of extraordinary complexity and balance. Notes of apricot and candied citrus zest on the nose. The palate amazes with its fresh sweetness. 21

24 Mediterranean Elegance Great wines from international varieties. When you desire CHARM

25 A metodo classico with surprising elegance Vintage rosé with a pleasant delicacy and structure A Chardonnay with a Mediterranean soul, elegant and long-lived An elegant red. An affordable luxury Donnafugata Brut Millesimato Chardonnay and Pinot Nero TIPOLOGY: Brut Metodo Classico AGEING: at least 30 months on the lees Fine and intense, with notes of bread crust, dried fruit and citrus. Donnafugata Brut Rosé Millesimato Pinot Nero TIPOLOGY: Brut Rosé Metodo Classico AGEING: at least 30 months on the lees Notes of bread crust and delicate scents of peaches and strawberries. Chiarandà Chardonnay Contessa Entellina Doc Chardonnay AGEING: 8 months in tanks (35%) and in barriques (65%), at least 12 months in bottle Ample with notes of fresh tropical fruit and mineral scents. Tancredi Terre Siciliane Igt Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d Avola; the blend is complemented with other grapes AGEING: 14 months in barriques, at least 24 months in bottle Soft, ample and elegant, with cherry and blueberry notes and hints of tobacco and spices. 23

26 Surprising Wines From the hidden corners of Sicily. When you desire ORIGINALITY fabiogambina

27 A small production, with great mineral elegance. A fragrant Frappato with a lovely freshness A refined Cerasuolo with a flowery soul A surprising volcanic red ageing Sul Vulcano Etna Bianco Doc Carricante AGEING 10 months partly in barriques, partly in tanks at least 7 months in bottle Bell Assai Frappato Vittoria Doc Frappato AGEING: 4 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle Floramundi Cerasuolo di Vittoria Docg Nero d Avola, Frappato AGEING: 9 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle Etna Rosso Doc Nerello Mascalese AGEING 14 months, partly in tanks partly in barriques and at least 7 months in bottle Elegant notes of aromatic herbs, citrus fruits and flint. Fresh and savory. Intense notes of violets and roses, red fruit, strawberries and raspberries. Ample and velvety with notes of pink flowers, red fruit and black pepper. Elegant with notes of wild berries and flowers. Fragrant with good structure. 25

28 Versatile with Character Wines that accompany you throughout the meal. When you desire CONVIVIALITY

An aromatic Mediterranean white The Chardonnay from the night harvest The cru wanted by Gabriella Rallo A soft red with an international taste

bottle Fresh and mineral with flowery notes of orange blossom, scents of peach.

months in bottle Intense and mineral, with notes of flowers and grapefruit.

29 An aromatic Mediterranean white The Chardonnay from the night harvest The cru wanted by Gabriella Rallo A soft red with an international taste A very pleasant naturally sweet wine Lighea Zibibbo Sicilia Doc Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria) AGEING: 2 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle Fresh and mineral with flowery notes of orange blossom, scents of peach. La Fuga Chardonnay Contessa Entellina Doc Chardonnay AGEING: 5 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle Fragrant scents of pineapple and citrus fruit. Savory and fresh. Vigna di Gabri Sicilia Doc Primarily Ansonica, blended with others grapes AGEING: 7 months in tanks (85%) or barriques (15%), at least 4 months in bottle Intense and mineral, with notes of flowers and grapefruit. Angheli Merlot e Cabernet Sauvignon Sicilia Doc Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon AGEING: 12 months in barriques, at least 18 months in bottle Notes of blackberries and plums and intense balsamic and spicy scents. Kabir Moscato di Pantelleria Doc Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria) AGEING: 4 months in tanks, at least 4 months in bottle Fragrant tropical fruit, orange zest and mineral nuances. 27

30 Fresh and Informal Pleasant wines from autochthonous varieties. When you desire JOY

31 An autochthonous single variety with marked scents of citrus A fresh and fruity Grillo with a young twist An unconventional rosé, the fruit of a targeted selection of red grapes The red you don t expect, ideal for the aperitivo Prio Catarratto Sicilia Doc Catarratto AGEING: 2 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle SurSur Grillo Sicilia Doc Grillo AGEING: 2 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle Lumera Sicilia Doc Nero d Avola, Syrah, Pinot Nero AGEING: 2 months in tanks, 3 months in bottle Sherazade Nero d Avola Sicilia Doc Nero d'avola AGEING: 4 months in tanks, at least 3 months in bottle Fresh and enveloping, with marked citrus scents and notes of pineapple. A fresh bouquet with tropical fruit notes combined with scents of meadow flowers. Fragrant, with notes of wild strawberries and pomegranate, violet scents. Fresh and savory. Caressing, fragrant cherry and red plum, with light scents of black pepper. 29

32 Fresh and Informal Pleasant wines from autochthonous varieties. When you desire JOY

33 The classic Donnafugata appreciated all over the world A glass of quality, perfect for everyday drinking Anthìlia Sicilia Doc Primarily Catarratto, blended with others grapes AGEING: 2 months in tanks, at least 2 months in bottle Sedàra Sicilia Doc Nero d Avola predominant blended with other varieties AGEING: 8 months in tanks, at least 5 months in bottle Savory and fresh, with notes of white-fleshed fruit and scents of aromatic herbs and white flowers. Soft and fruity, with scents of blackberries and blueberries and a light note of black pepper. 31

34 In addition to wine For oil and grappa lovers. When you desire HARMONY fabiogambina

An elegant blend of 4 traditional cultivar A delicate and lightly fruity monocultivar oil from Pantelleria An intense and harmonious monocultivar oil from Etna Milleanni Extra virgin olive oil

A soft and persistent taste with scents of artichoke and tomato. Ideal drizzled over vegetable dishes, grilled fish and meat.

35 An elegant blend of 4 traditional cultivar A delicate and lightly fruity monocultivar oil from Pantelleria An intense and harmonious monocultivar oil from Etna Milleanni Extra virgin olive oil CULTIVAR: Nocellara del Belìce, Biancolilla, Cerasuola and Pidicuddara EXTRACTION: cold extraction with malaxation in a controlled atmosphere An intriguing bouquet with medium intensity fruitiness. A soft and persistent taste with scents of artichoke and tomato. Ideal drizzled over vegetable dishes, grilled fish and meat. Biancolilla Extra virgin olive oil CULTIVAR: Biancolilla EXTRACTION: cold extraction with malaxation in a controlled atmosphere A lightly fruity bouquet with scents of ribbed tomato, aromatic herbs, rosemary and thyme. It excels drizzled over fish, salads and in delicate preparations. Nocellara Etnea Extra virgin olive oil CULTIVAR: Nocellara Etnea EXTRACTION: cold extraction with malaxation in a controlled atmosphere A bouquet with medium fruitiness. The balance between bitter and spicy makes this oil pleasant on the palate. Ideal drizzled over mushroom vegetable soups, roasted meats and grilled vegetables. 33

36 In addition to wine For oil and grappa lovers. When you desire HARMONY

Smooth, with a great finesse Rich in outstanding aromas Grappa Mille e una Notte TYPE: Grappa aged

Ben Ryé TYPE: Grappa aged in small oak barrels POMACE: From Zibibbo grapes of Ben Ryé ALCOHOL: 42%

vanilla. Ideal with dark chocolate and toasted fruit.

37 Smooth, with a great finesse Rich in outstanding aromas Grappa Mille e una Notte TYPE: Grappa aged in small oak barrels POMACE: From top quality red grapes of Mille e una Notte ALCOHOL: 42% Grappa Ben Ryé TYPE: Grappa aged in small oak barrels POMACE: From Zibibbo grapes of Ben Ryé ALCOHOL: 42% An ample and persuasive grappa, with notes of dried fruit, stewed fruit and compote, honey and vanilla. Ideal with dark chocolate and toasted fruit. Citrus notes that open a bouquet of fresh and candied fruit on a delicate scent of vanilla. Ideal with dry pastries, mature and strong cheeses. 35

38 Quality and longevity Tancredi FORMATS: 0,75 l - 1,5 l - 3 l 6 l - 12 l - 18 l Mille e una Notte FORMATS: 0,75 l - 1,5 l - 3 l 6 l - 12 l - 18 l

A VERTICAL OF BEN RYE (1989-2013) BY MONICA LARNER It s a stellar Ben Ryé the one described by Monica Larner, responsible for Italy for The Wine Advocate, magazine through a tasting of no less than

Among the one thousand and one reasons to fall in love with this central Mediterranean paradise is Donnafugata s Ben Ryé dessert wine [ ] Passito di Pantelleria is explosive in its intensity and

39 A VERTICAL OF BEN RYE ( ) BY MONICA LARNER It s a stellar Ben Ryé the one described by Monica Larner, responsible for Italy for The Wine Advocate, magazine through a tasting of no less than 22 vintages of Donnafugata s prestigious label. I confess to be supremely smitten by Sicily. Among the one thousand and one reasons to fall in love with this central Mediterranean paradise is Donnafugata s Ben Ryé dessert wine [ ] Passito di Pantelleria is explosive in its intensity and unhinged in its sweet abundance. A VERTICAL OF MILLE E UNA NOTTE ( ) BY IAN D AGATA A memorable wine tasting by Ian d Agata for Vinous, making the first complete vertical tasting ( ) of the Donnafugata icon wine. VINTAGE SCORE VINTAGE SCORE VINTAGE SCORE VINTAGE SCORE This vintage presents a very graceful and feminine side to Ben Ryé The masterful 2008 is a work of art A knockout wine that represents the pinnacle of quality in a passito dessert wine ? This wine provided me with a fantastic drinking experience that is impossible to beat It s an amazing tasting. The level of wine is really incredible. Honestly it s very hard to taste wine of this level going back 17 years. I tasted the great wine from Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rhone, California and Australia and I can tell you that 17 vintages of this quality level it s really hard to come by. It s a great tasting not just for Donnafugata but for Sicily and Nero d Avola One of the best young Mille e Una Notte wines I have tasted An epic wine in the making: I especially love its purity and sense of balance This knockout wine is simultaneously powerful and light on its feet This impeccably balanced wine is a paragon of freshness and seems much younger than its 21 years would suggest.

Historical cellars Via S. Lipari, 18-91025 Marsala (TP) - Italy Ph.

40 Historical cellars Via S. Lipari, Marsala (TP) - Italy Ph info@donnafugata.it CAMPAIGN FINANCED ACCORDING TO EC REGULATION NO. 1308/13

fabiogambina Donnafugata is a family business

fabiogambina Donnafugata is a family business 2 The name The name Donnafugata refers to the novel by Tomasi di Lampedusa entitled Il Gattopardo (The Leopard). A name that means donna in fuga (woman in