2020 Effe Emme Petit Verdot

Tasting notes:

Deep ruby color. On the nose, layers of ripe blackberries, spice, licorice, and violets. On the palate, a firm structure with velvety tannins and bright acidity with a juicy, lingering finish

Producer description:

Zisola is the Mazzei family’s Sicilian estate located in the UNESCO-protected area of Noto in south-eastern Sicily. Acquired in 2002, the 124-acre property is dedicated to expressing the character of the region through elegant, structured wines, with a particular focus on Sicily’s flagship grape, Nero d’Avola. Surrounded by olive groves and citrus orchards, the estate combines Tuscan winemaking expertise with the unique climate and limestone soils of Noto, producing wines that reflect the richness and identity of this historic Sicilian region.