Donnafugata Tancredi 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola, Tannat

Italy, Sicily

The inspiration for many of Donnafugata wines, "The Leopard" is a famous novel in Italy that traces the revolution of the 19th century and subsequent fall of aristocracy and its traditions. The Prince of Salina (the Leopard) represents tradition and his favourite nephew, Tancredi, the changing tide. From this tight bond, Donnafugata was inspired to blend the passionate and irrefutably Sicilian Nero d'Avola with the international varietal, Cabernet Sauvignon. 

Dolce & Gabbana assisted with this “revolutionary” wine, paying homage to the Leopard and the contrast between tradition and modernity. Gold, blue and sinuous lines of Baroque inspiration celebrate the splendor of the aristocracy, whilst the red, green and geometric figures refer to the revolutionary values emerging in Sicily after the unification of Italy, a prelude to the contemporary history of the island.

Expect plums, blueberries and delicate spicy hints of liquorice and sweet tobacco. An enveloping and plentiful personality with perfectly integrated tannins.