2016 Profile - Donnafugata

2016 Profile
CONTENTS
VALUES
Page 1
The essence of Donnafugata
What we do
Why choose us?
DONNAFUGATA IN BRIEF
Key words
Donnafugata in numbers
Timeline
Page 2-3
THE LAND
Page 4-5
Contessa Entellina, vineyards, olive groves and winery
Pantelleria, vineyards and winery
Marsala, historic ageing winery
D.O.C. designations applicable to our wines
QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY
Page 5-7
Good practices in the vineyard
Biodiversity and promoting the use of autochthonous varieties
Carbon Footprint Accounting
Energy saving and clean energy
Giardino Pantesco (Pantellerian garden)
DIALOGUE WITH ART
Page 7-8
Donnafugata’s links with culture and the land
Artistic labels
ARTISANSHIP
Wines, oil, spirits
Page 9
SENSORIAL EXPERIENCES
Donnafugata Music & Wine
Visit Donnafugata
Donnafugata on the web
Page 10-11
PRESS ROOM
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The essence of Donnafugata
Vision
We want to offer the world wines distinguished
by pleasantness and complexity, wines that are capable
of captivating and making happy those who taste them.
We intend to represent the excellence of Made in Italy,
the dialogue between art, wine and sustainability.
What we do
Mission
Donnafugata is sartorial savoir-faire. We produce a range of
eclectic and consistent wines with respect for the environment.
Wines that represent an innovative and forward thinking Sicily
Why choose us?
Brand Identity
Those choosing our wines can rely on a sustainable, memorable
and high-quality Italian product. People will be won over by the
beauty of the labels, the reliability of the brand and the passion
that marks everything we do. They will experience a sense of
belonging to the world and colours of Donnafugata.
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DONNAFUGATA IN BRIEF
160
3
Years of experience acquired by the
Rallo family in the field of fine wine
Wineries with vinification and
ageing facilities
338
Hectares of vineyards: Contessa
Entellina and Pantelleria
60
Countries where it is
distributed
90
Employees in 2015
2
Experimental fields for the development
of autochthonous varieties
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Certifications: four quality certificates
and one for the Carbon Footprint
PEOPLE - Donnafugata was created in Sicily thanks to the
initiative of a family with a great passion for fine wine.
Giacomo Rallo, a marketing man with deep knowledge of
international markets, founded Donnafugata together
with his wife Gabriella, a pioneer of quality viticulture in
Sicily, the author and inspirer of the revolutionary
Donnafugata labels.
Donnafugata now consists of a team of people –
increasingly focused on representing the excellence of
Made in Italy all over the world – guided by the fifth
generation of the family.
José, head of management control and communications
manager, is a female entrepreneur prepared to put
herself on the line to present her wines, even in the role
of vocalist.
Antonio, a dedicated agronomist and wine maker with
strategic vision, also undertakes commitments outside of
the company. He is currently the head of the Consortium
“Sicilia Doc”, a powerful instrument for territorial
promotion and cohesion.
ORIGIN - Donnafugata started operating in 1983 from the Rallo family's historic cellars in Marsala and the
Contessa Entellina vineyards in the heart of western Sicily; in 1989, it also started operating on the island of
Pantelleria, where it began producing naturally sweet wines. Today Donnafugata produces and distributes wines
that represent an innovative Sicily in over 60 countries
LAND - Donnafugata has about 338 hectares (835 acres) of vineyards: 270 hectares (667 acres) at Contessa
Entellina and nearby areas and 68 hecatares (168 acres) on Pantelleria and 9 hectares (22 acres) of olive groves.
In the company's vineyards, everything is focused on producing the best grapes possible. We cultivate the
autochthonous vine varieties - Ansonica, Catarratto, Grecanico, Grillo, Zibibbo and Nero d’Avola - and the Italian
and international grape varieties that have proven to adapt well to the pedoclimatic characteristics of our
territories. The DOC designations applicable to our wines are Sicilia, Contessa Entellina and Pantelleria.
QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY - “From the vine to the bottle, there is no quality without sustainability".
Donnafugata does not use herbicides and chemical fertilizers, it produces clean energy and calculates its Carbon
Footprint to monitor and reduce its environmental impact.
ARTISANSHIP - We produce a range of eclectic and consistent wines, wines characterized by pleasantness and
complexity, the fruit of many different combinations of variety and terroir. A sartorial savoir - faire that aims to
improve Donnafugata’s quality over time and results in wines that satisfy and please consumers.
SENSORIAL EXPERIENCES – Every bottle of Donnafugata is a tale filled with emotion, a sensory fabric perceived
in the mouth that remains in the heart and mind. Donnafugata welcomes wine lovers from every continent to
its wineries, offering various tasting itineraries.
DIALOGUE WITH ART - 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 flight) and refers to the story of a
queen who found refuge in the part of Sicily where the company's vineyards are located today. An adventure
that inspired the corporate logo: the image of a woman's head with windblown hair that dominates every bottle.
Donnafugata labels are also works of art created or inspired by Gabriella Rallo, as are the names of the wines, a
homage to art and literature.
Donnafugata’s best-selling
wine in the world.
The iconic wines
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DONNAFUGATA’S TIMELINE
The Rallo family entered the wine
world in Sicily in the wake of
English entrepreneurs.
1851
1983
Vigna di Gabri was born: Donnafugata’s
cru, fruit of Gabriella's passion for the
ancient Ansonica grape-variety.
Gabriella and Giacomo were
joined by their children José and
Antonio and the company sought
more and more pleasantness and
elegance in its wines.
1987
1989
1990
1994
The first vintage of Mille e Una
Notte conceived by Giacomo
Rallo together with the great
enologist Giacomo Tachis.
A century-old vineyard planted to ungrafted
Zibibbo on Pantelleria is brought back into
use. Quality and biodiversity.
Donnafugata Music &
Wine with José Rallo
singing at the Blue Note
in New York.
Inauguration of the Khamma
winery, built respecting the
landscape of the island of
Pantelleria.
Donation to FAI of a restored
giardino pantesco (Pantellerian
garden), open to visitors, which
protects a century-old orange tree.
Donnafugata
goes social
The bush-trained vines of
Pantelleria, cultivated using a
creative and sustainable
agricultural practice, was
declared a UNESCO World
Heritage.
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 artistic label: Stefano
Vitale designed La Fuga for the
Chardonnay of the newly
created Contessa Entellina DOC.
1995
1998
2000
2002
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009-2010
2011
DOC Sicilia was created,
Antonio Rallo was elected
Chairman of the Consortium.
Giacomo and Gabriella created
Donnafugata, a name with artistic
connections. A new style for
Sicilian wines thanks to the cold
technology employed.
The first nighttime harvest of
Chardonnay at Contessa Entellina.
A way to preserve the aromas of the
grapes and save energy.
The first photovoltaic
system at Contessa
Entellina, followed by two
others. More clean energy
and reduced CO2 emissions.
Giacomo Rallo Cavaliere del Lavoro of the Italian
Republic, the highest honour for an entrepreneur.
In Marsala, construction of an
underground barrique cellar
for greater quality and to save
energy.
An experimental field in Contessa Entellina and one
on Pantelleria for the study of autochthonous grapes.
Donnafugata calculated its Carbon Footprint, quantifying
the CO2 emissions from the vine to the bottle.
2012
2014
2015
Expo in Milan. Feeding the Planet,
Energy for Life! A theme that sees
Donnafugata protagonist.
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THE LAND
Contessa Entellina - vineyards, olive groves and winery
In the heart of western Sicily, where vines and olives
are an integral part of the landscape, lie the Contessa
Entellina vineyards, olive groves and winery.
Grapes grown on the company's 270 hectares of land are brought
here. We cultivate both autochthonous varieties – Ansonica,
Catarratto, Grecanico, Grillo and Nero d’Avola – and Italian and
international vine varieties that have proven to adapt well to the
characteristics of the territory, such as Fiano, Chardonnay,
Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and also small
quantities of Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Alicante Bouchet, Tannat, Petit Verdot and Pinot Nero.
ARTISANSHIP Cultivating 17 varieties is the result of an agronomic choice aimed at enhancing the
distinctive qualities of the 10 contrade (districts) where the company's vineyards are located, which differ
in terms of soil, altitude, exposure and microclimatic conditions. The harvest follows the different ripening
stages. After careful selection of the clusters in the vineyard and on a vibrating table in the winery, the
different grape varieties undergo separate vinification. An important development has been introduced
for the stage in which red grapes enter the winery. Thanks to a latest generation destemmer, we are able
to discard any green and overripe berries that might still be on the clusters. This allows us to select and
vinify only intact and perfectly ripe grapes.
In the 9-hectare olive grove, from which Donnafugata produces its extra virgin olive oil, four of western
Sicily’s autochthonous varieties are cultivated; these are Nocellara, Cerasuola, Biancolilla and Pidicuddara.
Together they make up the blend of Milleanni, an oil produced in a controlled atmosphere using the best
cold extraction and malaxation technologies, meaning all of the aromatic properties of the fruit remain
intact.
Pantelleria - vineyards and winery
On Pantelleria, a volcanic island located between Sicily
and Africa, Donnafugata boasts 68 hectares of
vineyards spread over 14 districts, which differ in
terms of soil, altitude, exposure, microclimatic conditions and
age of plants, which are sometimes more than 100 years old.
The vine variety is Zibibbo (Moscato d’Alessandria), a prince
among the aromatic varieties. The vines are trained to a very
low bush on small terraces bordered by dry-built lava stone
walls. A context of heroic viticulture that requires a great deal
of manual labour, about three times that employed in the Contessa Entellina vineyards. More labour is
needed to maintain the dry stone walls. Indeed, Donnafugata has restored about 20 km of them over the
last 20 years, making a considerable contribution to protecting the landscape.
ARTISANSHIP - The vine is cultivated in hollows. The training
system makes the plant grow horizontally, almost creeping
along the ground, allowing it to withstand the wind on the
island. The alberello pantesco
(bush-trained vine), has been listed
as a UNESCO world heritage as a
“highly sustainable and creative
agricultural practice”.
Symbol of this viticulture is the Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria, Donnafugata’s iconic wine. It is made using
a production process based on natural raisining of fresh grapes laid out on racks, manual stripping of dried
grapes from the stems and a carefully tailored vinification process.
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Donnafugata's winery is located in the Khamma district, in a
natural amphitheatre composed of 13 hectares of terraces rising
towards Mount Gibele. A prime example of sustainable
architecture, it was built with full respect for the landscape of the
island. The winery consists of two units: one used for vinification,
covered with hand cut lava stone, and one that serves as a
receiving area. In the Khamma winery, individual lots of grapes
are processed separately until the final blending stage is reached
to respect and enhance the various viticultural contexts. Ben Ryé, Kabir and Lighea are made here.
Marsala – family historic winery
The Marsala winery is home to a dynamic production facility
aimed at excellence. Built in 1851, it retains the typical layout
of a Mediterranean “baglio”, enclosing a spacious courtyard
dotted with citrus and olive trees and wooden trusses, the
work of master carpenters of long ago. Wine produced at
Contessa Entellina and Pantelleria is brought here for ageing
(in steel, cement or wood) and bottling. The processes used in
the winery involve simple technologies that respect the
intrinsic qualities of the musts and wines.
QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY - The winery consists of tanks and
temperature-controlled environments that are also insulated to
achieve maximum energy savings. The same logic has also been
applied to the underground barrique cellar, built in 2007. Carved
out of the tuff rock, the barrique cellar allows us to reduce the use
of energy needed to maintain the desired temperature and
humidity parameters (15°C and 85% respectively). The barriques
and tonneaux used are made from French oak. To respect the
distinctive qualities of the individual vine varieties and enhance
their potential for development, we select about twenty types of wood that differ in terms of the grain of
the staves and the method and level of toasting.
D.O.C. (Controlled Designation of Origin) designations applicable to our wines
Our wines are classed within the following D.O.C. designations: Contessa Entellina (established in 1994,
thanks to the initiative of Donnafugata), Pantelleria and Sicilia.
DOC Sicilia was introduced in 2012 and Antonio Rallo, one of its main promoters, was elected Chairman
of the “Consorzio di Tutela”, a consortium established to protect the designation. The consortium brings
together over 2,500 viticulturists with about 9,000 hectares of vineyards and in 2014 the Ministry of
Agriculture recognized the consortium and assigned to it, erga omnes, the functions of safeguarding,
promoting and enhancing the Sicilia Doc production in Italy and on the international markets
QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY
A deep love of its land has always been at the core of Donnafugata. A desire to produce high quality wines,
capable of representing Sicily in the world, preserving natural resources and enhancing biodiversity. “From
the vine to the bottle, there is no quality without sustainability". This is the company philosophy.
Good practices in the vineyard
Donnafugata has adopted an integrated production system in the vineyard that ensures eco-sustainable
management of the agricultural activities (Good Agricultural Practices, GAP). The company doesn’t use
herbicides and chemical fertilizers and has minimized the use of pesticides thanks to integrated control
techniques, such as the monitoring of climate parameters (rainfall, temperature, humidity, etc.) and the
control of insects (moths) present in the vineyard, through the use of pheromone traps.
Donnafugata is also pursuing quality and sustainability with the use of green manure, organic fertilization,
emergency irrigation and cluster thinning, thus rationalizing the use of natural resources such as soil,
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water, air and energy. The good practices that Donnafugata has adopted in the vineyard are an
indispensable instrument for the production of healthy grapes that are of excellent quality, minimizing
impact on the environment.
Biodiversity and the enhancement of autochthonous varieties
The desire to produce quality wines finds an important ally in biodiversity. Indeed, the way that different
varieties and biotypes interact with the individual terroirs produces unique wines with a strong identity.
Precisely for this reason, Donnafugata created two experimental vineyards focused on the development of
autochthonous varieties.
At Contessa Entellina, Donnafugata (in collaboration with Regione Sicilia) planted an experimental field with
19 different autochthonous varieties, making a total of 30
biotypes. They are vine varieties that are widespread throughout
Sicily (including Nero d’Avola, Catarratto and Ansonica) and also
varieties that are relics from the past (Alzano, Nocera, Vitrarolo
and others), almost completely extinct. The initiative involves a
group of wineries located in different parts of Sicily and aims to
identify and select the vine varieties that can give the best
oenological results for each territory, through the use of small batch
fermentation.
On Pantelleria, 33 biotypes of Zibibbo from different areas of the Mediterranean (Spain, France, Greece
and southern Italy) have been planted under the supervision of Professor Attilio Scienza. Planted in March
2010, the 2,117 vines (about 64 plants of each biotype) cover 0.6 hectares (1 acre) of land in the Barone
district, in the south of the island, at an altitude of about 400 meters (1,300 ft) above sea level. The study
involves both fresh grapes and dried grapes, as well as wines produced from small batch fermentation. It
aims to identify which Zibibbo clones express the best viticultural and oenological potential within the
context of the island of Pantelleria.
Century-old vineyard
In 1999, Donnafugata breathed new life into a century-old vineyard in the
Khamma district on Pantelleria. Planted with Zibibbo, it contained several
ungrafted plants that had survived phylloxera and were over 100 years old.
Unique vines, healthier and with a longer life span than grafted plants, capable
of resisting well to drought, limestone and salinity, with a vegetation-production
balance that produces grapes of exceptional quality. These specimens, which are
of great historical importance for Sicilian viticulture, as demonstrated by
Professor Mario Fregoni of the Università Cattolica in Piacenza, have made Ben
Ryé Passito di Pantelleria even more complex and elegant.
Carbon Footprint Accounting
Calculating the Carbon Footprint of its wines and displaying the certification on every bottle is a
commitment towards consumers. Since 2011, Donnafugata has
worked with DNV, one of the leading certifying bodies in the
world, to quantify the CO2 emissions throughout the entire
production cycle, from the vineyard to bottling.
By processing the data collected, we were able to introduce initiatives designed to reduce environmental
impact even further, such as the use of a lighter bottle, saving on emissions connected with production
of the glass and those connected with transport. As from 2014, all of Donnafugata’s bottles carry a label
showing the Carbon Footprint certification, expressing the company's commitment to continuous
improvement of its environmental performance in a clear and traceable manner.
This communication offers consumers the utmost transparency, enhanced by the use of a QR code that
can be read by smartphones, which leads to a page on the company's website illustrating the main results
of the Carbon Footprint Accounting process.
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Energy saving and clean energy
On the path to sustainability, Donnafugata has focused above all
on reducing its energy consumption. At the Contessa Entellina
estate, a night-time harvest has been introduced for the
Chardonnay grapes. Exploiting the difference in temperature
between day and night reduces the amount of energy needed to
cool the grapes before crushing by 70%.
Another important contribution to sustainability is achieved by
the production of clean energy from renewable sources with
photovoltaic systems installed at Contessa Entellina (68 Kw) and Marsala (50 Kw). These systems reduce
our emissions by about 85 tons of CO2 per year.
Giardino Pantesco (Pantellerian garden)
Set amongst the company's vineyards at Khamma, is the striking
Giardino Pantesco , which Donnafugata restored and donated to
FAI, Fondo Ambiente Italiano (the Italian National Trust) in 2008.
It is a typical form of rural architecture with high dry-stone walls.
The circular plan, size and lava stone create the ideal microclimate
for cultivating and protecting from the wind and drought an ageold orange tree, a precious source of vitamins. Symbolic of the
knowledge possessed by the island's farmers, the garden is an
agronomic system that is self-sufficient with regard to water. Open to visitors during the months of July,
August and September, it is included in the itinerary of a full tour from the vineyard to the winery.
Dimensions: outer height of wall from 2.7 to 4 m, inner height of wall 3 m, wall thickness 1.30 m, inside
diameter 8.4 m, outside diameter 11 m.
DIALOGUE WITH ART
Donnafugata’s links with culture and the land
The company has always paid homage to the history and beauty of its land. It does this by drawing inspiration
from literature, promoting archaeological research and art. An act that makes it representative of an
innovative Sicily and the excellence that is Made in Italy.
The first reference in the dialogue between art and wine is linked to the name Donnafugata, which was
taken from the novel Il Gattopardo (The Leopard). A common thread that continues in the names chosen
for some of the wines, an homage to the literary works of Tomasi di Lampedusa (Tancredi, Sedàra, Lighea
and Angheli) or the masterpiece of Arabic literature entitled One Thousand and One Nights (Sherazade
and Mille e una Notte).
Over the years, Donnafugata has supported the Tomasi di Lampedusa literary award, which has awarded
prizes to writers such as Abraham Yehoshua, Tahar Ben Jelloun, Claudio Magris and Anita Desai.
Since 2000, Donnafugata has been supporting the Scuola Normale of Pisa in the archaeological excavations
on Rocca di Entella - the ancient city of Anthìlia - near the Contessa Entellina vineyards. The Elymians lived
here and it is thought that they were responsible for introducing grapevine cultivation in this area, as
demonstrated by numerous finds discovered on the Rocca and Roman coins that bear the effigy of a bunch
of grapes. Donnafugata also sponsors the Giuseppe Nenci prize, named after the great archaeologist. Today
Anthìlia is the name given to Donnafugata’s most popular white wine in the world.
Donnafugata has contributed to enhancing the artistic heritage of the land by sponsoring the restoration of
Madonna with Child (XV century AD) in the “Pepoli” Museum in Trapani and has also undertaken to support
the Tapestry Museum, which houses eight Flemish works of great value.
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Artistic labels
Donnafugata labels are also works of art created or inspired by Gabriella Rallo. Unique and inimitable, they
represent a way of being, a style. Donnafugata distinguishes itself by the names chosen for its wines and the
artistic designs, each of which, in addition to being an homage to art and literature, interpret the personality
of the wine.
ARTISTIC LABELS
Gabriella has been the source of inspiration for
many labels designed by Stefano Vitale. He is an
exceptional artist with a unique style and is able to
capture the personality of each of the wines.
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ARTISANSHIP
Donnafugata is the intelligence of hands, the ability of man, tradition and curiosity. We produce a range of
eclectic and consistent wines, wines distinguished by pleasantness and complexity, the fruit of many different
combinations of variety and terroir. A tailored approach that ensures Donnafugata’s quality remains unaltered
over time and results in wines that will not fail to satisfy and please consumers.
The labels
ICONIC WINES
Wines with unique personalities, international icons of Italian excellence
in the field of wine making
Mille e una Notte 2011
Ben Ryé 2014
Sicilia IGP (Nero d’Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah and other grapes) [RED]
Passito di Pantelleria DOC (Zibibbo) [NATURALLY SWEET WINE]
MEDITERRANEAN ELEGANCE
Great wines with a Mediterranean character, produced from international varieties
Donnafugata Brut
Chiarandà 2012
Tancredi 2011
V.S.Q. - Metodo Classico (Disgorgement July 2014)
Chardonnay Contessa Entellina DOP
[SPARKLING]
[WHITE]
Sicilia IGP (Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola; with Tannat and other grapes) [RED]
VERSATILE RICH IN CHARACTER
Structured wines for all courses. Versatile for food pairing
Lighea 2015
La Fuga 2014
Vigna di Gabri 2014
Angheli 2012
Kabir 2015
Zibibbo Sicilia DOC [WHITE]
Chardonnay Sicilia Contessa Entellina DOC [WHITE]
Sicilia DOC (Ansonica and other grapes) [WHITE]
Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon Sicilia DOC [RED]
Moscato di Pantelleria DOC (Zibibbo) [NATURALLY SWEET WINE]
FRESH AND FRUITY
Modern wines of immediate pleasantness, based on autochthonous varieties
Prio 2015
SurSur 2015
Lumera 2015
Sherazade 2014
Damarino 2015
Anthìlia 2015
Sedàra 2014
Catarratto Sicilia DOC [WHITE]
Grillo Sicilia DOC [WHITE]
Sicilia DOC Rosato (Syrah, Nero d’Avola, Pinot Nero, Tannat) [ROSE']
Nero d’Avola Sicilia DOC [RED]
Sicilia DOC (Ansonica and other grapes) [WHITE]
Sicilia DOC (Catarratto and other grapes) [WHITE]
Sicilia DOC (Nero d’Avola and other varieties) [RED]
IN ADDITION TO THE WINE
To complement the Donnafugata range with a focus on quality
Milleanni
Grappa Mille e una Notte
Grappa Ben Ryé
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Nocellara del Belìce, Biancolilla, Cerasuola and Pidicuddara)
(marc of top quality red grapes of Mille e una Notte; matured in oak)
(marc of Zibibbo grapes of Ben Ryè; matured in oak)
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SENSORIAL EXPERIENCES
Donnafugata is a tale filled with emotion, a sensory fabric perceived in the mouth that remains in the heart
and mind. Donnafugata sings its wines around the world through the voice of José Rallo and welcomes
wine lovers from every continent to its wineries.
Donnafugata Music & Wine: notes of wine and music blend together in an exciting initiative
Donnafugata Music & Wine is a project created in 2002 by Josè
Rallo and her husband Vincenzo Favara, both passionate about
jazz and Brazilian music. José, producer and solo vocalist, goes on
stage to present a multisensory experience, pairing each wine
with a piece of music, the rhythm of which accompanies the
sensations perceived during the tasting.
Some unforgettable concerts were held in 2004 at Blue Note in
Milan, in 2005 at Blue Note in New York, and in Peking and
Shanghai in 2006. In 2004, the first live CD was recorded, which raised funds for the department of
paediatric cardiac surgery at the Civico hospital in Palermo, followed by a second live CD that was recorded
in 2008. In 2011, José Rallo, accompanied by clarinet and cello, recorded seven mini-clips for a virtual
tasting on the website and on You Tube. In 2012, the performance animated the live streaming of the
nighttime harvest and in 2014, Josè sang her wines to the Masters of Wine symposium.
Visit Donnafugata
Donnafugata offers a passionate welcome to wine tourists who wish to visit the historic winery
in Marsala, the estates on Pantelleria or the Contessa Entellina estate, all of which are set in an
enchanting and relaxing context.
Over the years, the number of visitors has increased (reaching up
to 10,000 people per year, 30% of whom come from outside of
Italy). The reception of visitors is a project that is undergoing
constant development and focuses on educating wine lovers
through a sensory and emotive experience.
Visitors can experience this style of hospitality all year round at the historic
winery in Marsala and at the Pantelleria estate during the summer months.
Two annual events not to be missed are Cantine Aperte (Open Day at the
Winery) held on the last Sunday in May at Marsala historic winery and Calici di
Stelle (Goblets of Stars), the traditional event held on the 10th August at
Donnafugata’s Contessa Entellina estate, to celebrate the night of San Lorenzo.
At the Marsala and Pantelleria wineries, visitors can choose from different
tasting itineraries, which vary depending on the number of wines tasted and
their possible pairing with food. A tailored approach that aims to meet the
needs of a wide range of visitors.
Donnafugata's visitor experience project is constantly evolving
and within this context, two new developments have been
introduced for 2015. The first concerns the opening of a website
completely
dedicated
to
Donnafugata’s
visitors
(visit.donnafugata.it): this online space offers information about
winery tours and events, as well as tips for exploring Western
Sicily, where the company's wineries are located. The site is also
fully accessible from mobile devices, so visitors can book a tour or find advice on the surrounding areas in
real time.
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The second is the opening of a new multifunctional space at the historic winery in Marsala; an area
reserved for tastings, which also serves as a showroom for all of Donnafugata’s labels. A space that
embodies the company's concept of visitor experience, designed to ensure visitors enjoy a memorable
tasting experience.
Donnafugata on the web
You can find Donnafugata online at:
www.donnafugata.it: the updated corporate site, full of information, images and services. From the
website, you can download labels, technical datasheets, folders, shelftalkers, photos and tastings in jazz
and see the most representative photos and videos. The website, written entirely in Italian and English,
also welcomes Chinese, Korean, French, Japanese, Spanish, German and Russian visitors with a landing
page in their languages.
visit.donnafugata.it: portal dedicated to the visitor experience, where you can book tours and events and
read Donnafugata's tips for travelling in western Sicily.
www.donnafugatalive.com: Donnafugata’s pressroom
Donnafugata goes Social – Donnafugata ventured into the world of
social media in 2012. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and You Tube are the
channels it chose to present to the public a digital version of the friendly,
open spirit that has always motivated the company and its team and to
actively involve every #winelover from all over the world. An idea that is
also reflected weaving online and offline through the hashtag #Donnafugatatime, which fans can use to
share their Donnafugata moments. #Donnafugatatime is also a common thread in numerous events held
by the company.
PRESS ROOM
Thematic PRESS ROOM
www.donnafugatalive.com is a website where press releases, images and information are
gathered in thematic folders, ready for use.
Institutional PRESS ROOM
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When using Donnafugata images, please remember to cite the author of the photograph and copyright
as indicated in the text file that can be downloaded together with the images
Baldo M. Palermo
Laura Ellwanger and Simona Governanti
Ferdinando Calaciura - Press Office
baldo.palermo@donnafugata.it tel. +39 0923 724 226
pr.international@donnafugata.it tel. +39 0923 724 258
calaciura@granviasc.it
cell. +39 338 322 9837
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