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2020 Vino Rosso

Vicino Lontano

Sicily / Sicilia, Italy

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A splendid seaside red delivered by Gold Medal-winning Vicino Lontano

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About This Wine


Vicino Lontano

Vino Rosso

Far away, in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, lies the island of Sicily, home of our Vicino Lontano Vino Rosso. This blend is textural, fruit forward and balanced, featuring 50 percent Syrah, 25 percent Merlot and 25 percent Cabernet Sauvignon. Ripe red berry notes join elegant oak integration with aromas that carry the scent of seaside vineyards. Our Italian winemaking partners call this island home, having cultivated the land for over 60 years. This wine is crafted from 20-year-old vines grown in the clay soils of southwestern Sicily. Harvest is conducted mechanically and by hand to ensure both speed and meticulous attention to grape quality. Stainless steel fermentation allows optimal varietal expression before oak maturation fine-tunes textures and adds the final layers of complexity. From distant vineyards to your doorstep, our Vino Rosso brings the splendor of Italian winemaking into your home. Scroll through the image carousel above to learn more about this wine.

Vicino Lontano 2020 Vino Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT, Italy

Wine Region


Sicily / Sicilia

Even among Italy's diverse wine regions, Sicily offers something unique. Abundant sunshine, varied volcanic terroirs, cool coastal breezes and drying African winds make it a perfect place for growing vines. The island is home to many indigenous grape varieties, featuring reds such as Sangiovese, Nero d'Avola and Frappato, and popular white varieties including Vermentino, Catarratto and Zibibbo. As the largest island in the Mediterranean, Sicily's position between Europe, Africa and the Levant has long made it a strategic location. The Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Normans and Arabs have all at various times controlled Sicily, and left their mark on its 4,000-year-old winemaking tradition.

Flavor Profile


Pairs well with… Braised Beef, Fresh Pasta, Truffles

Body 3 Acidity 2Sweetness 2Fruit Intensity 2Tannin 3

Tasting Notes


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Vanilla and sea spray serve as a sweet and salty aromatic introduction to this blend. Merlot brings a plump, juicy weight while Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon build the palate’s tannic backbone. Confected strawberry and cherry join chocolate-like characteristics leading to a chalky finish.

Awards


Vicino Lontano 2020 Vino Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT, Italy: Vino Rosso

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1 TOTAL AWARDS

  • Silver Medal, 2022 Las Vegas Global Wine Awards
Vicino Lontano 2020 Vino Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT, Italy