At a glance

Producer

Tenuta Regaleali

Region

Sicilia DOC, Italy

Grape variety

Perricone

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

USD 18-25

Tasting profile

Ripe dark fruits (blackberry, plum), with spicy and earthy notes, subtle licorice and leather emerging.

Evolution: Over next few years, tannins integrate and secondary notes of tobacco and cured herbs develop.

At peak: Complex balance of fruit, earthiness, and refined spice with smooth tannins at peak.

Structure

Acidity

Medium plus acidity providing freshness

Tannins

Medium to firm, structured

Alcohol

14.0-14.5%

Aging potential

8-12 years total, best consumed before 2033

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2029

Optimal window

2024 to 2030

Current status

Drinking well, early maturity phase

Current condition

Accessible with some development, moderate tannins softening

The Perricone grape and the Sicilian terroir impart tannic structure and acidity to support medium-term aging. The 2021 vintage's moderate climate provided balanced ripeness and freshness, extending drinking window into late 2020s without early overripeness or oxidation.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with grilled red meats, lamb, hearty vegetable stews, Mediterranean herbs and aged cheeses. Also complements spicy Sicilian cuisine.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (45-60 minutes) — To allow tannins to soften and aromas to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Tenuta Regaleali employs integrated pest management, water conservation via drip irrigation, solar panels to reduce energy consumption, uses natural cover crops to enrich soil, and minimal intervention winemaking.

Tenuta Regaleali is recognized for progressive sustainability initiatives in Sicily. Organic viticulture and renewable energy use contribute positively. While not fully biodynamic, the estate is advancing water and energy efficiency. Local production mitigates overall carbon footprint.