In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninMedium acidityDryLong, Cedar-Tobacco finish

Aroma: blackcurrant, dark cherry, tobacco, cedar

Palate: dark fruit, structured tannin, mineral warmth, cedar

Hugonis, named for the founding de la Gatinais family, blends Cabernet Sauvignon's structure with Nero d'Avola's Sicilian warmth in a wine that reflects the estate's Franco-Sicilian origins.

What it pairs with

  • Rack of lamb with rosemary
    Cabernet structure and Sicilian warmth are the natural companions for herb-encrusted lamb.
  • Aged Sicilian cheeses board
    Cedar-tobacco depth and firm tannin are traditional partners for a Sicilian cheese selection.
  • Wild mushroom pappardelle
    Tobacco-cedar notes complement earthy mushroom pasta dishes.

History

Hugonis was created as the Camporeale estate's prestige red, honouring the French founding partner Count Hugues de la Gatinais. The blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola reflects the estate's Franco-Sicilian identity.

  1. 1995 — First Hugonis blending Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola; named for founder Hugues

Facts

Producer
Tenuta Rapitala
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola
Classification
Sicilia DOC
Oak
Aged in French barriques (new and second-fill), 14 months
ABV
14.0%
Price
EUR 24-36 at retail
Drinking window
4-14 from vintage
First vintage
1995

Tags

cabernet sauvignon dry firm tannin full body hidden gem medium acid medium term mood bold mood elegant nero d avola occasion dinner party occasion special old world pairs with aged cheese pairs with game pairs with red meat price trade up still red
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