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Spadafora NV Amnesia White (Sicilia)
- $19
This is made using an equal blend of sun-dried Catarratto and Grillo grapes. Pair it with sweet almond cookies or aged cheese. Candied fruit and honey tones drive the long finish.
— M.L.
(12/1/2012)
Spadafora 2005 Telesio Riserva Red (Donnici)
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There’s a modern, velvety touch to this blend of indigenous grapes (Magliocco, Montonico Nero and Greco) that are cultivated in one of the most isolated spots in southern Italy. Black cherry, chocolate and exotic spice notes lend a soft, silky feel to the wine.
— M.L.
(12/1/2012)
Spadafora 2009 Solenero Red (Calabria)
- $13
Solenero (“black sun”) is a hearty blend of Magliocco (a grape native to Calabria) and Merlot. The Magliocco grounds the wine in local tradition, and offers bright acidity and wild berry aromas. The addition of Merlot adds softness and a black cherry note.
— M.L.
(6/1/2012)
Spadafora 2008 Vigna Fiego Red (Donnici)
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There’s a fresh, bright quality to this blend of Magliocco, Greco Nero and Malvasia grapes. It delivers aromas of crushed white pepper, prune and exotic spice.
— M.L.
(12/1/2012)
Spadafora 2007 Nerello Red (Calabria)
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This pretty red blend of Magliocco and Montonico Nero opens with bright aromas of red cherry and blackberry. It shows nice firmness and medium consistency.
— M.L.
(12/1/2012)
Spadafora 2011 Grillo (Sicilia)
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- $17
Here’s a light and easy Grillo that opens with citrus, dried herb, stone fruit and honey. The wine feels fresh, compact and dry.
— M.L.
(3/1/2013)
Spadafora 2009 Vigna Fiego White (Donnici)
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This vineyard-designate blend of Montonico, Greco and Malvasia opens with bright freshness and simple aromas of stone fruit and Golden Delicious apple. This easygoing wine feels soft and smooth on the close.
— M.L.
(6/1/2011)
Spadafora 2009 Vigna Fiego Rosé (Donnici)
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This rosé blend of Magliocco, Greco Nero and Malvasia from Calabria offers lean intensity and aromas of rose petal and small berry. There’s a touch of sour almond as well and the wine is slightly bitter and muddled in the mouth.
— M.L.
(6/1/2011)
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