For 4,000 years, Southern Italy has been producing wine, and in the last 15 years have only increased in volume & quality. While the business was booming in the Greek and Roman era, for much of the 20th century production has declined. However in the last 15 years volumes have increased the quality has soared. If you love rich, powerful silky reds this mix is for you!

Enjoy these Italian gems on their own or paired with barbecued meats, pasta dishes & mature cheese.

This exclusive mix includes:

2 x Miopasso Primitivo di Puglia 2017 (Italy)

AWARDED 93/100 POINTS & 5 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Jan 2019

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL: Sakura Wine Awards 2019

"Gorgeously fruited and richly expressed, the bouquet shows blackberry, Black Doris plum, vanilla, roasted hazelnut and mixed spice aromas, followed by a concentrated palate that is plump and fleshy. The wine offers terrific fruit power and velvety mouthfeel, backed by silky tannins. At its best: now to 2021" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Jan 2019

2 x Nero Oro Nero D'Avola Appassimento 2018 (Italy)

AWARDED 93/100 & 5 Stars: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

AWARDED GOLD MEDAL & 91/100 POINTS: Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2019

"Gorgeously fruited and wonderfully fragrant, the wine shows blackberry, blueberry jam, warm spice, cocoa and roasted hazelnut characters. The palate is equally satisfyingwith excellent weight and succulent mouthfeel, well complemented by plush texture and velvety tannins. Flavoursome and fabulous drinking" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

Nero Oro Nero D’Avola Appassimento shows a very intense bouquet of fruits such as cherries, damsons and black currant. On the palate this special blend is powerful, yet approachable, giving you a great depth fruity flavor. Match with rich pasta dishes with meat based sauces and red meat main dishes.

Nero Oro make a selection of the best Nero d’Avola grapes, which are picked by hand. They dry the grapes using two distinct methods depending on the area the grapes come from. Both methods have been used in Sicily for centuries. On the vine: Grapes are left on the vine for longer than usual, giving the most gentle and natural Appassimento process
through dehydration on the vines. On racks: Grapes are left to dry on racks for 15 days. The grapes are dried until they have lost 10-15% of their original weight.

2 x Lamura Nero D’Avola 2016 (Italy)

AWARDED 90/100 POINTS: James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com

"A dense and fruity red with plum, cherry and berry character. Medium body, soft tannins and a fruity finish. Drink now. Made from organic grapes. Screw cap" James Suckling, Jamessuckling.com

Made from Nero d’Avola grapes cultivated on the high hills. It expresses primary aromas that are so abundant in wines warmest parts of Sicily. Elegant tannins, with subtle hints of wood.