Epicuro Sicilia DOP Nero d'Avola 2022

The Epicuro Italian wines, selling for $5.99, are outstanding values at Trader Joe's. I was very pleased with the Aglianico a few weeks ago and went back to buy more. This wine, though good, does not do it for me.

Deep and dark. Rich in blackberry-oriented fruit. Full bodied with soft tannins that allow a smooth feeling on the palate. Only 12.5% alcohol so I assume it is somewhat high in residual sugar and lacks the acidity needed to balance it. A good every day wine if it matches your taste. For the same price, I prefer the Aglianico.