At a glance

Producer

Anna Palmento

Region

Italy, Sicily

Grape variety

Nero d'Avola

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€15-25

Tasting profile

Red cherry and plum fruit with light spice and herbal notes

Evolution: Fruit will integrate with subtle tertiary notes of dried herbs and leather as it ages

At peak: Balanced fruit and earth aromas with silky tannins and persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high acidity providing freshness

Tannins

Moderate, smooth

Alcohol

14.0%

Aging potential

Good aging potential of 7-9 years due to balanced acidity and tannins

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2029

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Approaching early drinking window

Current condition

Youthful, primary fruit aromas present

The wine's balanced acidity and moderate tannins indicate it will reach peak drinking between its 4th and 8th year post vintage, allowing primary fruit to mature into complex secondary aromas without losing freshness.

Food pairing

Pairs well with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, traditional Sicilian dishes, and aged cheeses

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To allow the wine’s fruit and herbal aromas to open and soften moderate tannins

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Organic viticulture, manual harvesting, minimal intervention winemaking, natural yeasts, water conservation measures implemented on the estate, use of lightweight bottles for packaging

Anna Palmento practices organic farming with no synthetic pesticides or herbicides, tending to biodiversity on vineyard soils. The use of natural yeasts and low intervention winemaking helps preserve terroir and reduce chemical inputs. Water-saving irrigation and sustainable packaging reduce environmental impact. While export logistics add carbon emissions, the overall carbon footprint remains moderate compared to large industrial producers.