Massivo Nero d'Avola 2006

Fans of BIG reds are in for a treat with this NEW 15% alcohol release from our old friend Giorgio Flessati. Key to the dense fruit flavour is "Sicily's finest red grape" (Jancis Robinson MW), Nero d'Avola, which Giorgio sourced from high-altitude vineyards planted with gnarled 50-year-old vines. 



Even in average vintages, old-timers like these produce really concentrated fruit, but during the near-perfect conditions of 2006, the results were truly breathtaking. Hand harvesting ensured only the best grapes made it to the crush to produce this deeply coloured, warming wine. If you like Shiraz, you're going to love Massivo. 



Unoaked to let the fruit shine through, this complex, velvety red has the inviting aromas and flavours of gently spiced blackcurrant and blueberry. Juicy and very moreish, this robust Italian is a fine accompaniment to rich casseroles and tomato pasta.