Tenuta Regaleali Vigna San Francesco Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

Regaleali Vigna San Francesco Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 is a refined, single-vineyard expression of Cabernet from the hills of inland Sicily. Crafted in purezza (100% Cabernet Sauvignon), it shows how an international grape can take on a distinctively Sicilian character when grown in the right place. This is the wine that helped turn global attention toward Sicily’s still-underestimated potential for producing truly great, ageworthy reds, earning numerous awards in Italy and abroad.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Vigna San Francesco is deep ruby with garnet highlights at the rim, dense and vibrant, hinting at both power and freshness. The nose opens with intense blackcurrant and ripe blackberry, followed by notes of wild herbs, graphite, cedar wood, and a subtle Mediterranean spice. With air, nuances of tobacco leaf, cocoa and a touch of balsamic emerge, adding complexity and depth. On the palate, this Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied yet finely structured, with concentrated dark fruit at the core—cassis, black cherry, and plum—wrapped in polished tannins. There is a refreshing, savory backbone that speaks clearly of high-altitude Sicilian vineyards: hints of licorice, dried thyme, and mineral-laced earth carry through to a long, persistent finish. The balance of ripe fruit, acidity and elegant oak suggests a solid aging potential; under good cellar conditions, it should evolve beautifully for 8–12 years from vintage.

Production
Vigna San Francesco is a dedicated Cabernet Sauvignon parcel within the historic Regaleali estate, set in the rolling, breezy hills of central Sicily where altitude, limestone-rich soils and sharp day–night temperature swings deliver both ripeness and finesse. Grapes are typically harvested by hand at optimal phenolic maturity, allowing careful bunch selection directly in the vineyard. In the cellar, the wine is vinified as a pure Cabernet Sauvignon: gentle crushing, temperature-controlled fermentation, and extended maceration on the skins to extract color, aroma and finely knit tannins. It is then aged in carefully chosen oak (often a mix of French barriques and larger formats) to integrate structure and complexity without overwhelming the varietal and territorial character.

Food & Serving
This is a natural match for richly flavored, savory dishes: think grilled or roasted lamb, Fiorentina-style steak, braised beef, game birds, or slow-cooked ragù over pappardelle. It also pairs beautifully with aged hard cheeses, mushroom-based dishes, and hearty Sicilian specialties like caponata served alongside grilled meats. Serve at 16–18°C (61–64°F) in large Bordeaux-style glasses. Decant for 1–2 hours before serving, especially in its youth, to allow the wine to fully express its layered aromatics and refined structure.

Producer
Tenuta Regaleali is one of the flagship estates of Tasca d'Almerita, a historic Sicilian family winery whose roots date back to the early 19th century. Nestled in the high hills of central Sicily, Regaleali has long been at the forefront of showing that the island can produce wines of real elegance, complexity and longevity—not only from native varieties, but also from carefully chosen international grapes. The estate’s experimental work with Cabernet Sauvignon, crystallized in the Vigna San Francesco bottling, has drawn international acclaim and numerous awards, helping to redefine Sicily from a source of bulk wine into one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting fine-wine regions. Tasca d'Almerita is widely regarded as a benchmark producer, recognized both for quality and for its commitment to sustainable viticulture across its estates.

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