The 2007 Scurati Rosso (Nero d’Avola) is a dark, plummy wine bursting with ripe fruit, flowers and spices, showing tons of inner sweetness and an engaging personality. Simply put, the Scurati Rosso delivers incredible quality for the money. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. This small estate in Sicily is a great source for delicious wines. The Scurati Rosso is often one of Italy’s finest values, while the Ceuso explores the heights Nero d’Avola can reach when married with international varieties.Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

This Nero d’Avola opens with a bright note of forest berry or bramble and continues with solid consistency and plush density. The tannins are polished and tight and the wine would pair with roasted chicken or pork.——M.L.(3/1/2009)—— 87