Nero d'Avola

Deep red colour, ripe but not overloaded berry scent in the nose. Full of character on the palate, juicy fresh and with soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes for this red all-rounder come from the areas of Salemi and Mazara del Vallo in the province of Trapani. Dark ruby red with violet reflections. Fresh nose of rose petals, marasca cherry and blackberry. On the palate full-bodied with black cherries, with a wonderful freshness, well-proportioned tannin and a fine vanilla note in the soft finish. SUPERIORE.DE

The winery Sallier de la Tour is since 2009 in the possession of the counts Tasca and thus the fifth enterprise, which complements and constitutes the variety and professionalism of the probably most famous winery of Sicily. Deep dark red, spices and a fine liquorice note in the nose. Impressive fruit and freshness on the palate, the discreet use of wood gives it concentration, backbone, velvety elegance and a good future. SUPERIORE.DE

"I love the spicy complexity to this nero d’avola, which is far from all about its boisterous cherries. Think tamarind, dried cumin and rosemary. Juicy and succulent on the full-bodied palate, where the tannins take on a soft, fleshy appeal, drawing in layers of exuberant blackberries and deeper accents of tar." James Suckling

Pure Nero d'Avola, named after Lago di Disueri, a lake in the province of Caltanissetta in the middle of Sicily. Deep dark red, intensely fragrant of dark fruits with a hint of eucalyptus. Powerful and round on the palate, supple and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby. In the nose of ripe cherries, dark chocolate and wild berries. Fresh and crisp on the palate, showing young fruit and crisp acidity, glides along finely." Falstaff

"A fine-tannined and pretty-fruited nero d'avola with black-cherry and blueberry character and some citrus. Medium-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. In check, but open." James Suckling

Smells seductively of spices and cherries. Soft, almost sensual, it glides over the tongue and beguiles the palate with soft, very delicate tannins and a long, juicy finish. An impeccable Sicilian! SUPERIORE.DE

"Lots of fruity, dark-cherry aromas and flavors with undertones of lemon peel and zest. It’s medium-bodied with firm tannins and a lightly chewy texture at the finish." James Suckling

2019 is the debut vintage for the first single-varietal La Segreta Rosso. Ruby red colour with violet reflections. On the nose, varietal aromas of ripe plums, cocoa, wild fruits and a flawless spiciness with traces of white smoke. On the palate, full and wide and of beautiful juiciness with very soft, well-integrated tannins and a beautiful, finely spicy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

pepherbs, florals and hints of wild strawberry lift up from the 2019 Nero d'Avola La Segreta. It's soft and juicy in nature, with a smoky display of ripe red berries offset by a twang of spiced citrus. Violets, lavender and hints of pomegranate linger long, as this tapers off savory and classically dry." Vinous

The Nero d'Avola grapes come from vines up to 30 years old from the Noto region. Animatingly delicate fruity notes of pineapple and raspberry. Round, full and wonderfully drinkable on the palate, with beautiful fruit, spice and a cool, fresh final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Rose di Nere, a varietal Nero d'Avola, is a vibrant golden color and offers an extroverted bouquet that mixes dried peaches, mangos and nectarines with sweet exotic spice. This is soft and enveloping, delivering ripe orchard fruits complemented by hints of ginger, as sweet inner florals form toward the close. For all of its intensity and fruit-forward character, this finishes pleasantly refreshing and poised." Vinous

Rich ruby-violet colour, very clear and intense bouquet with strong notes of dark fruits and a hint of violets. Juicy, fresh with lots of ripe berry fruit on the palate. Round, supple and dense with a fruity-salty final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining ruby red. Fragrant and open-hearted nose of red roses, raspberries, wild berries, slightly of rose hips, inviting. Balanced and harmonious on the palate, stretches out with a clear, juicy dress, fruity core, slightly salty finish." Falstaff

"A polished, refined Nero d'avola with blackberries, black olives and blueberries. Hints of stones. Full-bodied with a nicely formed palate and a long, linear finish. A cooler style, compared with the often jammy rendition of this grape." James Suckling

The classic among the Sicilian red wines - lively and fresh like the sunny island from which it comes. Bright ruby red in the glass, it spoils the nose with a beautifully fruity, deep bouquet. Clear currant notes and almost sweet fruit on the tongue, then on the palate the strong fruity body with silky tannins. A well-balanced Nero d'Avola that gives a lot of pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

Delightful cuvée based on Nero d'Avola. Ruby red with vivid garnet reflections. In the intensive fragrance allusions of tobacco, spices and mineral notes. The balanced flavour, marked by red fruits, impresses on the palate with blackberry and sour cherry tones and final with a good length. SUPERIORE.DE

Delicate salmon pink. Fragrant notes of citrus, rose petals and strawberries on the nose. In the mouth, it has a beautiful minerality, a crispness and freshness. A good dose of acidity and above all its very low residual sugar predestine it to be a characterful and racy companion to light fish and vegetable dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Rosé di Morgante is peachy and floral with sweet spices and a hint of fresh mint. This Nero d'Avola Rosato impresses further with an energetic display on the palate that mixes ripe orchard fruits with zesty acids and salty mineral tones. A bit more length would win this another point in my corner; that said, it's hard to complain following the mouthwatering and cool-toned finale." Vinous

Bianco di Morgante is a pure Nero d'Avola. The typical Sicilian red grape, however, was vinified without contact with the skins, resulting in this very successful and exceptionally finessed white wine. Silky and shiny, this experimental wine captivates with balance, freshness and lightness. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich and spicy display of dried apple and nectarine is offset by honeyed florals as the 2020 Bianco di Morgante opens up in the glass. This is soft in feel, with juicy acids and notes of zesty citrus that keep the energy high throughout. Young peach, mango and salty minerals linger as the Bianco di Morgante tapers off with cheek-puckering freshness. Very nice." Vinous

Dark, concentrated Nero d'Avola with a rich bouquet, inviting, intense raspberry fruit and sweet tannin. A full-bodied red with nice spice and a great value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wild peppery herbs and flowers waft up from the 2018 Nero d'Avola. This impresses with a soothing display of ripe black fruits, enlivened by vibrant acidity. Purple-tinged inner florals form toward the close. Salty mineral tones, blackberries and hints of sour citrus linger long as this tapers off with a bitter twang. The 2018 is harmonious and very easy to like. It may not be a wine for the cellar, but it will certainly win a lot of hearts right out of the gate." Vinous

Plumbago is a pure Nero d'Avola: rich ruby violet colour, powerful, slightly reductive bouquet with aromas of dark cherries, raspberries and some rosemary. Smooth, soft and almost light on the palate, beautiful blueberry notes and well-dosed tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich red with lots of plum, cherry, walnut and citrus on the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied, layered, fruity and juicy. Flavorful finish." James Suckling

Ruby red colour, appealing, slightly reductive aroma of ripe blackberries and elderberries, quite dense on the palate, certain fruit sweetness, good harmony between acidity and tannin, traces of cassis in the elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A delicious, juicy nero d’avola with dried-cherry, berry and orange-peel aromas and flavors. It’s medium-to full-bodied with round tannins and a juicy finish. Tangy at the end, too." James Suckling

The fermentation of this fine Marsala is interrupted by the enrichment with brandy aged for at least 5 years in oak barrels. Intense ruby red. Very fruity bouquet of black cherry, pomegranate and plum. In the long, full taste sweet with present red fruit, cherry and again pomegranate. SUPERIORE.DE

Sherazade - beautiful protagonist of Thousand and One Nights and wonderful Nero d'Avola. Concentrated ruby red colour, fruity, balsamic fragrance with mineral tones, followed by a sweet hint of cocoa. Soft on the palate with memories of sour cherries and blackberries. SUPERIORE.DE

Wonderfully fresh Nero d'Avola style without any trace of heaviness or breadth. Lots of juicy cherry and blackberry fruit on the palate. Opens with an appealing hint of fresh berries and a spicy note. Lean and elegant, yet with plenty of flavour, depth and dense texture. A potential favourite wine with a very Mediterranean profile. SUPERIORE.DE

Pale pink. Smells fine of strawberries and herbs, on the palate again herbs and an interesting cherry note. Juicy and engaging the overall impression. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh aromas of red cherries and brambleberries with a hint of ash. Medium-bodied with clean, balanced acidity and a crisp finish, leaving a long, peach-skin aftertaste. Sprightly and delicious." James Suckling

Wonderful entry into the Gulfi world: precise aromas of red sour cherries, stone minerals and aromatic herbs. Fresh and juicy, with a delicate spicy note and a refreshing aftertaste in the long finish. A lovely, almost weightless red wine with a convincing fruit component and wonderful drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

Country Dance (controdanza) is a typical dance in which man and woman face each other and unite in graceful movements - depending on the gender, the dancers interpret the music in their own way. It's the same with this wine: Nero d'Aola and Merlot - opposites attract each other, as is well known, and with the right empathy, they can adjust wonderfully to each other, creating harmony and contrast at the same time.

Bright purple. Mulberry and plum contrast with incense and balsamic notes. The grapes all come from calcareous soils, which in turn bridges the gap and makes this young wine balanced and harmonious. Soft tannins and a beautifully integrated delicate acidity carry Controdanza into a smooth, medium-long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of smoke, dried cherries, mushrooms and hints of eucalyptus. It’s medium-to full-bodied with plenty of earthy, umami notes and citrus peel. Light tannins." James Suckling

Zisola, from the eponymous winery of the Mazzei family in Sicily, is an exceptionally well-made, single-varietal Nero d'Avola. The flattering fruit bouquet has a hint of cocoa, the taste is powerful and soft. SUPERIORE.DE

"Elegantly shining ruby red with a delicately brightening rim. In the nose of ripe forest berries, rose hips, slightly of blood orange and fine spice. Shows juicy and clear on the palate, spreads salty and with tension, savoury red fruit." Falstaff

"The 2018 Noto Rosso wafts up sweet violet and lavender notes complemented by crushed blackberries and hints of undergrowth. It's soft-textured with masses of ripe black fruits, yet balance is maintained by brisk acidity. The 2018 finishes floral and dry, with tart woodland berries lingering long. This unassuming Nero d'Avola is very easy to like." Vinous

"A very pretty red with sour-cherry, light chocolate and mushroom aromas and flavors. Hibiscus undertones. Medium to full body, round and soft tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

True to the house style, Nerojbleo offers a generous load of ripe fruit with maraschino cherry and blackberry jam at the centre. Its texture is dense, soft and carried by a slight sweetness. A juice and power package with a nice drinking flow and a typical Gulfi interpretation of the grape variety. SUPERIORE.DE