“Dusty, dark and aromatically closed in upon itself, the 2017 Nero d’Avola slowly opens with notes of peppery herbs, plums and hints of smoked meats. This is soft and fleshy in feel, complemented by red and black fruits that are further enlivened by juicy acidity. Hints of sweet tannin linger under an air of purple tinged florals, along with a note of cherry Jolly Rancher, which I must admit to finding oddly appealing here. A short stay in the cellar may help to reveal a more attractive bouquet.”
— Vinous, Jun 2021

“Smooth and juicy, this opens with aromas of ripe black-skinned fruit, violet and camphor. The solid palate offers prune, dried cherry and star anise alongside taut, rather drying tannins.” 
— Wine Enthusiast, Feb 2021