Oily cassis notes, violets, and dry wood on the nose.  Silky berries and flint on the front end.  Opens up to leather, berries, and a faint balsamic note.  The finish is redolent with more florals and berries, gentle and long like its namesake’s tales.  This is a silky smooth red, lush and supple throughout belying its youth.  Very enjoyable and with a broad appeal.

• Rating: Impressive
• Name: Sherazade Donnafugata 2018
• Winery: Donnafugata s.t.l.
• Region: Sicilia D.O.C.
• Country: Italy
• Varietals: Nero D’Avola
• Price: $22
• Where to Buy: Sherry’s