From a little-known appellation just outside of Palermo, the 2011 Monreale Nero d'Avola Vuarìa opens to very likable aromas of red berry, dried cherry and spice. The wine is aged in barrique for 14 moths. This wine does not show the overt aroma of caper and green olive that are characteristic of this indigenous Sicilian grape. Instead, the wine offers a softer and rounder approach with good textural heft. You do get a tiny touch of pungent dill at the back.