Nero d'Avola | Grape variety
Sicily is booming - thanks in part to its flagship wine, the Nero d'Avola: this indigenous red grape variety produces one of the most popular wines in Italy. The Sicilian red wine combines luscious berry fruit with a strong structure and excellent drinkability. For a long time, Nero d'Avola was in demand as a blended wine for international cuvees, but only recently have Italian winegrowers begun to show respect for this original grape variety and produce it as a single varietal. Quality-conscious wine producers on the island value the grape for its fullness and longevity; it is also well suited for barrel ageing. - Gerardo [TS03/24]
"The Nero d'Avola has had a remarkable career in the last 20 years or so, which can be associated primarily with the rapid rise of the wines of Sicily. It is named after the small town of Avola in the province of Siracus, from where the variety probably originated. It was first mentioned in 1696, but in the 18th and 19th centuries it was still called Calavrisi, as it was believed to have originated in Calabria. The origin of this name is now believed to be Calausi, which means Caia Avola, which brings us back to the town of Avola." - Falstaff
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La Segreta · Nero d' Avola DOC 2022Planeta, Sicily
La Segreta Nero d'Avola impresses in the glass with its deep ruby red color and shimmering violet reflections. Its bouquet exudes seductive notes of ripe plums, dark berries and fine cocoa, accompanied by a subtle, spicy nuance that adds complexity to the wine. This harmonious combination makes the first impression particularly inviting and...
€ 8,95 € 8,49 = 11,32 €/L
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La Segreta · Il Rosso DOC 2022 (Bio)Planeta, Sicily
La Segreta Rosso impresses in the glass with its deep ruby red color with violet reflections. Its bouquet is lively and fresh, characterized by intense aromas of red and dark berries such as currants, mulberries and raspberries as well as sweet notes of cooked plums. Fine nuances of cocoa and roasted notes lend the wine additional complexity and...
€ 8,95 € 8,49 = 11,32 €/L
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Disueri · Nero d'Avola DOC 2024Cusumano, Sicily
The Disueri Nero d'Avola is an expressive representative of Sicily's most important grape variety and presents itself in an intense ruby red with an almost black core. The nose reveals a juicy, multi-layered bouquet of ripe cherries, dark berries and fine herbal notes, underpinned by a hint of eucalyptus, which gives the wine a subtle freshness and emphasizes its...
€ 8,95 = 11,93 €/L
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La Segreta · Nero d' Avola DOC 2024 (Bio)Planeta, Sicily
La Segreta Nero d'Avola impresses in the glass with its deep ruby red color and shimmering violet reflections. Its bouquet exudes seductive notes of ripe plums, dark berries and fine cocoa, accompanied by a subtle, spicy nuance that adds complexity to the wine. This harmonious combination makes the first impression particularly inviting and...
€ 8,95 = 11,93 €/L
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La Segreta · Il Rosso DOC 2024 (Bio)Planeta, Sicily
La Segreta Rosso impresses in the glass with its deep ruby red color with violet reflections. Its bouquet is lively and fresh, characterized by intense aromas of red and dark berries such as currants, mulberries and raspberries as well as sweet notes of cooked plums. Fine nuances of cocoa and roasted notes lend the wine additional complexity and...
€ 8,95 = 11,93 €/L
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Sedàra · Rosso Sicilia DOC 2021Donnafugata, Sicily
The Sedàra presents itself in the glass in a deep ruby red with garnet reflections, visually hinting at its maturity and depth. On the nose, it impresses with an expressive bouquet of dark berries - particularly blackberries and blackcurrants - accompanied by subtle spicy notes reminiscent of black pepper, licorice and a hint of tobacco. This multi-layered aroma lends the wine an elegant complexity and...
€ 10,50 = 14,00 €/L
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Sedàra · Rosso Sicilia DOC 2022Donnafugata, Sicily
The Sedàra presents itself in the glass in a deep ruby red with garnet reflections, visually hinting at its maturity and depth. On the nose, it impresses with an expressive bouquet of dark berries - particularly blackberries and blackcurrants - accompanied by subtle spicy notes reminiscent of black pepper, licorice and a hint of tobacco. This multi-layered aroma lends the wine an elegant complexity and...
€ 10,95 = 14,60 €/L
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Benuara · Syrah-Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC 2023Cusumano, Sicily
The Benuara Syrah-Nero d'Avola is an expressive red wine that combines the strength and elegance of two grape varieties full of character. It has an intense ruby red color with violet reflections in the glass. The nose is enveloped by a rich bouquet of dark berries, ripe cherries and a hint of cherry liqueur, complemented by hints of sweet spices, tobacco and a touch of vanilla - a fragrant complexity that is immediately...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2024Planeta, Sicily
The Cerasuolo di Vittoria impresses with its bright ruby red color and delicate pink reflections - a first indication of its charming, fruity style. The nose reveals a fragrant bouquet with aromas of strawberries, cherries and prickly pear, underpinned by a fine spiciness with hints of ginger and Mediterranean...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Controdanza Sicilia Noto DOC 2021 (Bio)Planeta, Sicily
The name Contradanza, meaning 'Country Dance', symbolizes the harmonious interplay of two grape varieties on the calcareous soils of Sicily. In this cuvée, the typical character of 85% Nero d'Avola combines with the vibrancy of 15% Merlot, while ten months of aging in barrique provide the necessary polish. On the nose, the wine unfolds a complex bouquet weaving together fruity notes of plum and jasmine with spicy hints of laurel, incense, and fine balsamic...
€ 11,95 = 15,93 €/L
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Plumbago · Sicilia Nero d'Avola DOC 2022Planeta, Sicily
Plumbago presents itself with an intense red color and seductive violet reflections. The bouquet delights with juicy plums and ripe blackberries, which are gently surrounded by fine cocoa notes and a hint of Sacher cake.
€ 12,95 = 17,27 €/L
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Contesa dei Venti · Vittoria Nero d'Avola DOC 2020Donnafugata, Sicily
With the first vintage of Contesa dei Venti, Donnafugata presents an outstanding, single-varietal Nero d'Avola from Vittoria that fully expresses the elegant complexity of this Sicilian grape variety. The bouquet opens with beguiling floral notes of lavender and violets, accompanied by aromas of red fruit. Subtle spicy nuances of Mediterranean herbs and balsamic hints are added harmoniously and give the wine a fascinating...
€ 16,95 = 22,60 €/L
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Dorilli · Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG 2023 (Bio)Planeta, Sicily
This expressive red wine from the Vittoria region combines the strength of 70% Nero d’Avola with the aromatic finesse of 30% Frappato. Following a twelve-day maceration and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, it gains its final polish through twelve months of aging in used 500-liter tonneaux. In the glass, it displays a bright ruby red with violet reflections and reveals a complex bouquet reminiscent of ripe cherries, strawberries, and sour cherry jam, underpinned by deep notes of chestnut honey...
€ 17,95 = 23,93 €/L
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Mamertino · DOC Sicilia 2020Planeta, Sicily
The meticulous production of this wine begins with a manual harvest into small 14 kg crates, followed by careful selection on the sorting table and destemming. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks with seven days of skin contact at 25°C, supported by repeated pump-overs to ensure optimal extraction, before the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in steel. The final refinement is achieved through twelve months of aging in large 35 hl oak barrels, allowing the wine to develop structure while...
€ 17,95 = 23,93 €/L
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Santa Cecilia · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2019Planeta, Sicily
The Santa Cecilia Nero d'Avola has a purple-red sheen with vivid violet reflections. Its bouquet is full of character and typical of the Noto region, characterized by aromas of red fruits such as plums and currants, accompanied by a fine pinch of liquorice. The multi-layered aromas are complemented by nuances of carob, peppercorns, fig jam and a subtle hint of...
€ 25,95 = 34,60 €/L
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Santa Cecilia · Nero d'Avola Sicilia Noto DOC 2020Planeta, Sicily
The Santa Cecilia Nero d'Avola has a purple-red sheen with vivid violet reflections. Its bouquet is full of character and typical of the Noto region, characterized by aromas of red fruits such as plums and currants, accompanied by a fine pinch of liquorice. The multi-layered aromas are complemented by nuances of carob, peppercorns, fig jam and a subtle hint of...
€ 26,95 = 35,93 €/L
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Sàgana · Sicilia DOC 2019Cusumano, Sicily
The Sàgana is a single-varietal Nero d'Avola from a single, carefully cultivated vineyard - a true terroir wine statement that expresses the essence of Sicily in a purist form. In the glass, it is a bright ruby red with a dark core and develops an intense bouquet of dark berries, ripe cherries, fine spices and a hint of liquorice. The dense aroma already promises multi-layered...
€ 29,95 = 39,93 €/L
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Noà · Sicilia DOC 2020Cusumano, Sicily
The Noà is a cuvée of Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with a strong character that impressively combines power, elegance and depth. In the glass, the wine glows an intense dark red with an almost black core - a visual harbinger of its density and complexity. The bouquet reveals Mediterranean complexity with notes of cassis, ripe sour cherries, tobacco and fine spices, offering a powerful yet elegant interplay of...
€ 32,95 = 43,93 €/L
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Mille e una Notte · Contessa Entellina DOC 2019Donnafugata, Sicily
Mille e una Notte by Donnafugata is indeed a true masterpiece and embodies the essence of Sicily in all its splendor. This Nero d'Avola seduces with a rich and multi-layered bouquet, ranging from floral notes to balsamic accents and a delicate hint of plum, which gives the wine depth and...
€ 54,95 = 73,27 €/L
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