2020 Feudo Montoni Nero d’Avola Lagnusa

2020 was a cool, classic vintage, but one with heat in all the right places. In local Sicilian dialect, ‘Lagnusa’ means lazy, alluding to the naturally low yields inherent to this vineyard. This site sits at around 600 metres and is primarily comprised of sand and clay. The vineyard is the result of grafting pre-phylloxera ‘mother plants’ some 38 years ago. This terroir asserts itself at this site and amplifies quality by producing smaller, denser berries that have greater concentration and capacity for structure. Fermentation takes place in cement containers, followed by 24 months maturation, firstly in cement, then a brief time in large barrels. Deep dark red core with black shaded edges and a bright red to dark red hue. Fragrant red raspberry and red liquorice aromas mix with some earthy incense like notes, dried herbs and subtle crushed rock. Juicy and bright the lively light to mid weighted palate is awash with spicy red raspberry, cherry and red liquorice fruits. Earthy incense, infusions of fresh herbs and crushed rock characters lurk underneath. Fresh acidity combines with slightly chewy tannins to form a tasty red fruited conclusion that has some light grip to it.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13.5%