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Noà 2011 75cl

IGT | Sicily | Italy
CHF 22.70

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2011
Critics scores
91 Wine Spectator
Tarry smoke and savory herb notes mix with flavors of dried currant and olive tapenade in this structured red, with supple tannins. Hints of mocha and licorice show on the firm finish. Nero d'Avola, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now (2014) through 2021. 3,200 cases made. –AN
90 Robert Parker
The 2011 Noa Tenuta Presti e Pegni is a blend of 40% Nero d’Avola, 30% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon (aged for 12 months in barrique). The 70-hectare Tenuta di Presti e Pegni estate is located in the Alcamo/Monreale area of western Sicily with compact clay soils at 250 meters above sea level. It is home to the estate’s boldest red grapes varieties. You can feel the territory-driven density of the wine thanks to those unmistakable aromas of wet clay and iron that pop from the richly concentrated density of the wine. The baritone bouquet is redolent of exotic spice, dark fruit, prune with a touch of cheese rind or pecorino as well. The texture is fleshy and opulent with soft, chewy tannins. Drink 2014-2020. <br/><br/>Diego and Alberto Cusumano are two of the handsome faces that I most associate with the modern Sicilian wine renaissance. When Sicilian wine really started to pick up speed two decades ago, the Cusumano brothers were an important part of the “Rat Pack” (including Tasca, Donnafugata and Planeta) at the tippy top of the production pyramid. They are tireless promoters and hardworking managers. They’ve definitely quieted down over the past five years or so, choosing to focus on recent land acquisitions (including 15 hectares on Etna) and new winery construction. Always a strong presence in domestic markets (it is one of the top-consumed brands in Sicily, for example), I get the sense that Cusumano is now shifting focus to foreign markets (they recently signed with Terlato Wines as their U.S. importer). I’d also like to report on a big upswing in quality, especially among Cusumano’s entry-level wines. The addition of the vineyard names to the front label is also new. <br/><br/>Gradazione alcolica: 15% (controllato su etichetta, 29.02.2016)
Producer
Cusumano
The Cusumano brothers, Diego and Alberto with the help of consultant, Mario Ronco hit the Sicilian ground running during the region’s modern wine renaissance around twenty years ago. They played a major role in the vinous revival, working beside the leading group of names, Tasca, Donnafugata and Planeta, they tirelessly fought to bring great wine back to this territory. The estate, in recent years, has decided to focus on developing their two Nero d’Avola inspired reds, Sàgana and Noà – the latter incorporates Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, which adds even more depth and complexity. Their wines epitomize the flavors of the Sicilian awakening. Tasting richer, more sensual, and more distinct than ever before.