2009 Nero d'Avola Vrucara
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In 2009, the flagship 2009 Nero d'Avola Vrucara is drop dead gorgeous. Black cherries, tar, licorice and melted rocks meld together in a big, boisterous Nero d'Avola. Here, too, the style is very much forward and full-throttle, especially within the context of Nero d'Avola, but it all works. The 2009 is all about power wedded to expressive inner perfume and sheer depth of fruit. I see a wine of exceptional richness and character in the glass. Tobacco, mint, licorice and juicy dark cherries add complexity on the rich, enveloping finish.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
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In 2009, the flagship 2009 Nero d’Avola Vrucara is drop dead gorgeous. Black cherries, tar, licorice and melted rocks meld together in a big, boisterous Nero d’Avola. Here, too, the style is very much forward and full-throttle, especially within the context of Nero d’Avola, but it all works. The 2009 is all about power wedded to expressive inner perfume and sheer depth of fruit. I see a wine of exceptional richness and character in the glass. Tobacco, mint, licorice and juicy dark cherries add complexity on the rich, enveloping finish. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2019. The two Nero d’Avolas are the highlights in these new wines from Feudo Montoni. The entry-level Nero d’Avola is made from the estate’s younger vines and is aged for a short period in neutral French oak, while the Vrucara is an old-vines bottling that sees a year or more in French oak barrels and casks. Both are striking and highly recommended. Importer: Selected Estates of Europe, Mamaroneck, NY; tel. (914) 698-7202