Saturday, February 23, 2013

Tasting- Villa Pozzi Nero D'Avola

Name:  Villa Pozzi Nero D'Avola
Variety:   Nero D'Avola
Region:   Sicily
Country:   Italy
Year:   2010
Price:   $8.95

Shop Critic:   Very dark purple, with a reddish-violet edge, typical of this grape.  black plums, a hint of licorice and subtle spice, not overly complex but appealing.  A big mouth full of juicy black fruit is well structured by tart acidity and soft but distinct tannins.

My Review:  Deep, dark purple red in color.  This wine had a smokey smell of tobacco with hints of honeysuckle and berries.  The taste was sweet and smooth with low tannin content.  Very little mid palate, the flavor dissipates quickly.  Not a whole lot of flavor which was disappointing considering the complex nose.  Extremely blah.  I would not get this wine again.  

I tried this wine on its own with no food pairings.

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