Di Giovanna 'Vurria' Nero D'Avola

Di Giovanna “Vurrìa” Nero d’Avola - Sicilia DOC, Sicily, Italy

Producer's Notes: 

Vurria is an elegant and harmonious expression of Nero d’Avola, thanks to high elevation vineyards. A dark bouquet with sweet spices, where berries and plum standout. The palate is silky, with waves of currant and black cherry. Aging in tonneaux lends roundness and a velvety texture.

What we say:

A vibrant and expressive Sicilian red from Di Giovanna, Vurrìa is a fresh, modern take on Nero d’Avola, grown organically in the hills of Contessa Entellina. Benefiting from elevation and cooling influences, it balances the grape’s natural richness with lift and precision, offering a more elegant and approachable style.

Nero d’Avola is Sicily’s most important indigenous red grape, known for producing wines with ripe dark fruit, soft tannins and a subtly spicy edge, often compared stylistically to New World Shiraz but with a distinctly Mediterranean character. 

Organically farmed grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged in tank (with occasional use of larger neutral vessels depending on vintage), preserving its purity of fruit while allowing the tannins to soften and integrate, resulting in a silky, balanced and approachable style. 

The nose is open and inviting, showing black cherry, plum and wild berry fruit, alongside notes of violet and gentle spice. On the palate it is medium-bodied and supple, with juicy dark fruit, soft tannins and lively acidity, creating a smooth, harmonious texture. The finish is fresh and slightly savoury, making it both easy to drink and highly food-friendly. 

Grape variety: 100% Nero d’Avola

Style: Dry red, medium-bodied, fruit-forward with freshness

Alcohol: ~13–13.5% ABV 

Drink window: Now–2028

Perfect for: Pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, grilled vegetables, lamb, casual Mediterranean dishes

Juicy, smooth and effortlessly drinkable - a classic Sicilian Nero d’Avola with freshness, charm and everyday appeal.