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Structure
Drinking window
Best 1 to 3 years from vintage.
vintage1 yrs3 yrs8 yrs
Critic scores
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In the glass
Aroma: white peach, lemon zest, white flowers, almond
Palate: citrus, stone fruit, fresh, clean mineral
Anthilia is Donnafugata's flagship entry white: Catarratto and Grecanico from the Contessa Entellina estate in a fresh, floral and mineral style that has defined quality Sicilian white wine for three decades.
What it pairs with
- Shrimp in aglio e olio Clean acidity and citrus notes are the natural match for garlicky prawns.More wines for prawns and shrimp →
- Insalata di mare A Sicilian classic: Anthilia's freshness works well with marinated seafood.More wines for shellfish and oysters →
- Ricotta and herb crostini Light floral aromatics and fresh acidity complement the mild, herby ricotta.More wines for cheese →
With cheese
How to serve Donnafugata Anthilia
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Shrimp in aglio e olio, Insalata di mare, Ricotta and herb crostini. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Donnafugata launched Anthilia in 1990 as their signature fresh white from the Contessa Entellina estate. The name was inspired by the Nymphaeum at Selinunte, a classical Sicilian archaeological site. It has become one of the island's most widely distributed quality whites.
- 1990First Anthilia from Contessa Entellina Catarratto and Grecanico
Facts
- Producer
- Donnafugata · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Catarratto, Grecanico
- Classification
- Sicilia DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel; cold fermentation at 16-18 degrees
- ABV
- 12.5%
- Price
- EUR 10-16 at retail
- Drinking window
- 1-3 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1990
Frequently asked about Donnafugata Anthilia
What does Donnafugata Anthilia taste like?
On the nose, white peach, lemon zest, white flowers, almond. On the palate, citrus, stone fruit, fresh, clean mineral. Structurally medium-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a crisp and clean finish. Anthilia is Donnafugata's flagship entry white: Catarratto and Grecanico from the Contessa Entellina estate in a fresh, floral and mineral style that has defined quality Sicilian white wine for three decades.
When should I drink Donnafugata Anthilia?
Drink 1-3 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Donnafugata Anthilia?
Shrimp in aglio e olio is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Insalata di mare and Ricotta and herb crostini. Clean acidity and citrus notes are the natural match for garlicky prawns.
What grapes are in Donnafugata Anthilia?
The blend is Catarratto, Grecanico. The wine is classified as Sicilia DOC.
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