2024 Feudo Arancio Nero d'Avola, Sicilia

Here’s a wine to put you in your happy place. There is some powerful chemistry at work between the grape and its Italian home, and Feudo Arancio delivers it upfront and lively for a great price. Cherry-berry, plum, red liquorice, dried herbs and orange rind aromas. Runs a little deeper on the palate entering into additional blueberry fruit, dusty cocoa and a light but tantalising earthy savouriness. Finishes on a cherry pip, anise note. All up, this is a fun, super tasty nero that shows the huge appeal of the grape at any price point. That’s some impressive versatility!

90 points Jeni Port for Wine Pilot

Feudo Arancio has become one of Sicily's modern success stories, combining sustainable viticulture with a deep respect for the island's rich winemaking heritage. Drawing fruit from vineyards that stretch across Sicily's sun drenched landscapes, the winery captures the warmth, generosity and unmistakable Mediterranean character that have made Nero d'Avola Italy's signature southern red. This is a wine that consistently delivers outstanding value, bringing authentic Sicilian flavour to every bottle.

The 2024 growing season enjoyed abundant sunshine balanced by cooling coastal influences, allowing the grapes to ripen evenly while retaining freshness and aromatic lift. Careful vineyard management and gentle winemaking preserve the vibrant fruit, while a short period of oak maturation adds subtle texture and spice without masking the variety's naturally expressive personality.

Deep ruby red with vibrant purple hues, the aromas burst from the glass with black cherry, ripe plum and wild blackberry, complemented by notes of liquorice, cracked pepper and dried Mediterranean herbs. As the wine opens, hints of cocoa, violet and warm earth emerge, adding savoury depth and complexity. The palate is smooth and generous, with juicy dark fruits supported by soft, velvety tannins and balanced acidity. A touch of sweet spice and a lingering savoury finish complete a wine that is rich, approachable and unmistakably Sicilian.

Perfect with wood fired pizza, grilled lamb cutlets, pasta alla Norma, slow cooked beef ragù, chargrilled eggplant or mature Pecorino. Ready to enjoy from release, this vibrant Nero d'Avola will continue to drink beautifully over the next four to six years.