Grape · Red
Nero d'Avola
RedWSET level 2
Most important red grape of Sicily. Name means 'black of Avola'. Rich, full wines with soft tannins. Can be simple or complex depending on production.
- Origin
- Sicily, Italy
- Climate
- Warm to hot
- Skin colour
- Very dark
- Alcohol
- 13-15%
- Ageing potential
- Good
Taste profile
Aromas
- Black cherry
- Plum
- Chocolate
- Spices
- Herbs
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC
- Cerasuolo di Vittoria
Food
Grilled meat, Sicilian dishes, hard cheeses, eggplant
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