One of Sicily’s most important wines, the 2010 Contea di Sclafani Rosso del Conte represents the best picks of Nero d’Avola from the estate’s many hectares of sprawling vineyards. The wine delivers a dark appearance with thick concentration and pretty aromas of crushed rose and blue flower. With a few minutes of air, it also starts to show heavier tones of barbecue spice, teriyaki spice and black licorice. This vintage shows a point of sourness on the close. Drink 2015-2022. The Tasca d’Almerita estate at Tenuta Regaleali (north of Palermo), now managed by Count Lucio and his sons Alberto and Giuseppe, is probably the most important Sicilian wine venture both in terms of its vast history and its wide influence. Modern Sicilian wine (the so-called Sicilian Wine Renaissance) was born on these stately grounds. Tasca is also one of the most consistent producers I know in Sicily. You can count on excellence at the top levels and great value at the bottom. The only thing that does change with random frequency is the brand name. To avoid confusion, I have listed the brands “Tasca” and “Tasca d’Almerita” under the umbrella name “Tasca Conti d’Almerita.” Importer: Winebow, www.winebow.com