Vaccaro Lichiani Nero d'Avola & Merlot

Vintage 2020
by Vini Vaccaro
Varietal Merlot
Color red
Region dop Sicilia,Sicilia (Sicily)
Country Italy
Medal Score
10.0
3 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherryripe plumdark chocolatedried herbsvanillatobacco
Palate

Full-bodied with velvety, well-integrated tannins, moderate acidity, and a lush, round texture characteristic of both Nero d'Avola's sun-drenched richness and Merlot's plummy softness.

Finish

The finish is long and warming, lingering with notes of dark fruit, cocoa, and a subtle earthy spice.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled lamb chops with rosemary
  • • wild boar ragù over pappardelle
  • • aged pecorino siciliano
  • • eggplant parmigiana
  • • beef brasato with olives
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2027

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold PAR International Organic Wine Awards Autumn 2021
Gold Mundus Vini Summer Tasting 2021
Silver Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2021

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