Donnafugata Tancredi 2018 (75cl, 13.9%)

A Sicilian red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola and Tannat from Terre Siciliane IGT, bottled at 13.91% ABV in a 750ml bottle. The blend is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Nero d'Avola and 10% Tannat, with 14-day skin maceration at 28-30°C and 12 months in oak followed by at least two years in bottle. The aroma shows dark plum sauce, black currant, underbrush, grilled herbs, graphite, blueberry, balsamic spice and violet florals. The palate is silky and medium-bodied, with red cherry, raspberry, licorice, white pepper, espresso and mineral notes, finishing long with fine-grained tannins, violet florals and salted licorice.