Sicily, Italy
Located in the heart of the beautiful Mediterranean Sea lies the Island of Sicily and the home of Stemmari wines. The name Stemmari comes from the phonetic root “stemma”, meaning “coat of arms”, and refers to the coat of arms that still hangs in the main entrance today, a left behind relic of 17th century nobility. Stemmari wines are an exciting window into the unique and authentic flavours of Sicily, a one of a kind place.
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| SKU (BC) | 517714 |
| SKU (AB) | 517714 |
| SKU (MB) | 19605 |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Type | Red |
| Varietal | Blend - Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Listing (MB) | MBLL |
| Case Config. | 6x750ml |
| Available In |
Colour
Concentrated red with purple reflections.
Aroma
Intense aromas of blackberry, raspberry and cranberry with hints of liquorice, plum and vanilla.
Flavour
A refined wine of great depth; restrained use of oak adds a layer of complexity.
Food Pairing
Pairs well with pastas with meat sauce, grilled meats, game and aged cheeses.
More Info
Stemmari is a major winemaker of Sicily, where it produces wines from both native and international varietals, with a ruthless focus on keeping costs down.
This substantial Sicilian estate is based on the windy south coast. It has two large vineyard areas, covering almost 700 hectares in total, situated at Sambuca di Sicilia in the west and Ragusa in the east. The grape varieties are each planted in separate blocks, and are used to produce a range of single-varietal wines in the state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled winery.
Ultimate Wine Challenge 2019
2015 -
Highly Recommended "The aromas of this Sicilian wine are delicate, with hints of floral and earthy characteristics. Bold on the palate, the big flavors and generous body are silken in texture. Flavors of strained blackberries and mulberries are pure and focused. A well balanced and delicious wine."
Wine Enthusiast, Oct/2017
2015 -
"This blend of 80% Nero d'Avola and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon is redolent of red currant, blackberry and cake spice. Its firm, savory palate offers ripe black cherry, mocha and vanilla notes alongside velvety tannins. Enjoy through 2021."
Wine Spectator, Dec/2016
2013 -
"This creamy red is fresh and supple, with subtle notes of smoky bacon fat wafting through flavors of plumped black cherry, dried apricot, cinnamon and dried thyme. Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2020. 6,500 cases made."
Antonio Galloni's Vinous, Dec/2016
2013 -
"Deep ruby-red. The expressive nose offers very sweet aromas and flavors of ripe dark berries, plum jelly, violet pastille and strawberry-rhubarb pie. Savory and intense, but nicely lifted by saline minerality and a floral nuance. Finishes smoothly tannic but not dry, with noteworthy persistence. This wine's intensely candied, almost sweet quality may not be for everyone. An 80 percent Nero d'Avola and 20 percent Cabernet Sauvignon blend that spent 12 months in French oak barrels."
Wine Enthusiast, Apr/2015
2012 -
Best Buy "A blend of 80% Nero d'Avola and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, this delivers ripe blackberry, black cherry, red currant and vanilla flavors with a hint of mocha. Firm, round tannins balance the juicy palate."