Despite the absence of Nero d’Avola on the label as in previous vintages, Regaleali’s Lamúri d’Almerita is still made exclusively from that grape. The 2009 still conveys the wonderful combination of fresh fruit flavors and earthy nuances for which Nero d’Avola is known. The decision to avoid new oak barrels for aging allows the brightness that epitomizes Nero d’Avola to shine in the long fresh finish. It’s an excellent choice for pasta with a robust mushroom sauce.
Regaleali, Sicilia IGT (Sicily, Italy) 2009
By Michael Apstein