($15, Soilair Selections): Nero d’Avola, a grape indigenous to Sicily, has the potential to set the wine world on fire because it is capable of delivering both fruity and earthy flavors when young — as in this rendition.  Herbal aromas complement the black-fruited flavors in the mid-weight wine.  Vibrant acidity along with a haunting bitterness in the finish and suave tannins makes in a great choice for a hearty pasta dish this fall.  It’s a steal at the price.
90 Michael Apstein Nov 25, 2014