2022 Gaudioso Syrah Terre Siciliane IGT Sicily, Italy

The 2022 Gaudioso Syrah Terre Siciliane IGT comes from the sun-drenched hills of central Sicily, where the Gaudioso family has been crafting wines that capture the island’s bold personality and Mediterranean charm. Made entirely from Syrah, this wine expresses ripe aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, accented by notes of pepper, violet, and a touch of spice from gentle oak aging. On the palate, it’s rich yet balanced, with velvety tannins and a smooth, lingering finish that reflects Sicily’s warm climate and mineral-rich soils. Perfect with grilled meats, pasta alla Norma, or aged pecorino cheese, this Syrah combines New World ripeness with Old World structure. A fun fact: though Syrah is originally from the Rhône Valley, it has adapted remarkably well to Sicily’s climate, producing wines that are both powerful and surprisingly elegant thanks to cooling coastal breezes and the island’s volcanic soils.