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2020 Rosso Organico

91 POINTS - “A very good value introduction to natural wine here from Sicily & made from the local Nero d’Avola grape variety which has a delicious brightness of energetic fruits. Medium ruby in colour, it opens with a riot of dark berry fruits – cherry, mulberry & just picked blackberries. That bright & fresh style then continues on the palate joined with a spicy, violet-infused lift & well supported by mouth-coating tannins. It’s surprisingly firm but it all sits nicely in a complete package. No doubt well suited to Spanish Tapas, you could also chill it down for sipping in the sun.”
Angus Hughson, WINEPILOT, Jan ‘22

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2020 BIANCO Organico

91 POINTS - “A good first step into the world of more natural wine made with organic grapes & minimal additions. It’s crafted from Cattaratto, a very widely grown indigenous grape variety, on the island of Sicily, which has historically been used for fortified Marsala. But now more & more locals are experimenting with making dry white wines. This example is pale golden in colour & has beautifully exotic aromas of blossom, cantelope, candied pears & nougat that showcase Sicily’s hot climate with a faintly earthy/smoky edge. It’s then quite subtle & reserved on the palate with earthy flavours coming into play in a full-bodied package with tangy, firm acidity. It’s definitely a wine best suited to casual drinking over the next 12 months.”
Angus Hughson, WINEPILOT, Jan ‘22