Arini "L'Enolaco" Nero d'Avola IGP Terre Siciliane 2021

This fine restaurant-quality imported wine is not available at LCBO stores.

Winery's tip: Serve in a Bordeaux (very tall, tulip-shaped) wineglass (larger than an all-purpose wineglass) to fully appreciate this wine.

Grape Variety: 100% Nero d'Avola.

Origin: The countryside surrounding Marsala, Mazara del Vallo, and Salemi, in the province of Trapani, near the city of Marsala, Sicily.

Apellation: Terre Siciliane, Protected Geographic Indication.

Aging: Not aged in oak.

Alcohol Content: 13.5%.

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby colour with violet hues. The nose has liquorice, smokiness, and red fruit aromas. On the palate you can taste blackcurrant and cherry. It is a full-bodied wine, very well balanced, with a persistent, long finish.

Food Pairing: It's a lovely wine on its own and a fantastic pairing for traditional Italian dishes like pizza and pasta with tomato sauce. Excellent with meat dishes, roasts, and game.

Serving temperature: 16 to 18° C (cooler than room temperature).