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I really dig Nero d’Avola, it’s a Sicilian specialty that offers up great tannins and a nice mouthfeel of plums and dark fruits. This particular bottling has Syrah added to brighten it up slightly. I enjoyed the plums and blackcurrants of this bottling along with some oaky, smoky hints and star anise. Cherry cola comes to mind as a mid-palate descriptor. Smooth tannins balance the mild acidity and give this wine a nice, if short finish. An easy drinker that won’t break the bank, it offers a medium body with some level of complexity at only $15 a bottle. 88 points from me make this a solid 3 star wine that introduces this neat grape to the masses. Look for it and serve it up with some pasta, perhaps even osso bucco. Salut….