2021 Cerasuolo di Vittoria "Ti Cuntu", Tenute Senia

Producer: Tenute Senia - Sicily, Italy Wine: 2021 Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG Varietal: 60% Nero d’Avola, 40% Frappato Tasting Notes: This wine opens with an expressive nose featuring floral notes of rose and black cherry, subtly layered with a touch of tobacco. On the palate, it reveals a full, warm body, where medium tannins are finely balanced against a vibrant high acidity. Delicate hints of little red fruits—think redcurrant and raspberry—dance alongside a whisper of licorice, adding depth without overpowering. Light chocolate notes emerge toward the finish, lending a gentle richness. Overall, it’s a structured yet elegant wine, offering both aromatic complexity and a harmonious, lingering palate. Food: Risotto with mushroom sauce, swordfish with capers and tomatoes, seared tuna with caramelized onions, rice arancini with saffron and cheese, eggplant caponata, braised octopus and fennel sausage pizza. Cellaring: Drink now