Cortese, La Selezione Sabuci, Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico, Sicily, 2016

An original and accomplished organic blend of 70% Nero d’Avola fermented in open-top barriques and 30% Frapatto fermented in amphora, followed by extended skin contact for a year. This has fruits-of-the-forest aromas with a kiss of vanilla and spice, leading to an elegant and complex palate with silky black fruits and fine-grained tannins. The earthiness of the Nero d'Avola is complemented by the freshness of Frappato. Less than 6,000 bottles made.