A Wonderfully Savory Nero D'Avola

Tenuta Regaleali is the Tasca family's flagship estate, located in the green highlands of central Sicily. How high are the highlands? About 1800 feet, I'm told. The estate has been in the family since 1830, when the two Tasca brothers bought it. 2021 is the 66th vintage for the Tasca d'Almerita Regaleali Nero d'Avola.

This wine is dark red in the glass, almost indigo. On the nose, the savory notes jump out first. Tar, spice, cedar and cigars combine for a superior olfactory presentation. The palate brings black fruit and savory notes together, as plum and blackberry meld with earth, leather and tobacco for a formidable display. The tannins are medium firm, which is great for sipping and functional for pairing with a pan fried pork chop. 

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