The volcanic island on the outskirts of Italy is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and is characterized by its microclimate. Sicily is almost like a small country in its own right. Although the region used to be dominated by ordinary bulk wines, today it produces some of Italy’s most unique and exciting wines.
Nero D’Avola
Nero d’Avola, Sicily’s most beloved red grape variety, has nothing subtle about it. It is a very fruity, full-bodied wine, with lots of soft tannins. In the past it was often used in table wine blends, but in the last two decades it has become popular as a mono-varietal wine.
What does Nero D’Avola taste like? Each sip brings a bouquet of ripe fruit including blackberry, plum and cherry. This is combined with richer notes of chocolate, coffee and peppery spices for a rich, rounded aftertaste.
