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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Contempo Nero d'Avolatext
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15½/20

Contempo Nero d'Avola 2011

Sicily, ItalySpicy, floral, black cherry, strawberry licorice, tobacco and balsamic aromas with a meaty note. Round, fresh, slightly tart palate with plum, blackberry, briary, tobacco, liquorice, earthy, savoury flavours. A bit tart at the end but has solid fruit and concentration for grilled meats. The Contempo series is focused on the traditional Sicilian varieties.Tasted: 15 September 2013Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$16.00750mlspeculative listing - Empson Canada
AB$20.00750mlprivate wine shops
Producer: Abbazia Santa AnastasiaDistributors: Christopher Stewart Wines and Spirits Inc.
Grape: Nero d'AvolaCSPC: 236570UPC: 726452006499