Fondo Antico offers a clean and pretty Nero d’Avola without those messy, charred aromas you sometimes find in cheap versions of this indigenous grape. The nose is well put together, with elements of cherry, spice, almond and fresh citrus zest. ——M.L.(4/1/2012)—— 87

Fondo Antico’s entry-level Nero d’Avola offers a clean portrait of the Sicilian indigenous grape, with tones of red cherry, blackberry, red rose and lightly toasted almond. The tannins are soft and silky. ——M.L.(4/1/2012)—— 87