Hierà takes its name from the original name of the island of Vulcano, meaning sacred in ancient Greek, and the stunning label is one of Carlo's most recognisable (and my favourite!) oil paintings. A blend of 60% Calabrese (Nero d'Avola), 30% Alicante and 10% Nocera from Vulcano, Hierà is fermented in stainless steel with a short passage in oak. Intense notes of wild berries and sweet spices, tobacco and chocolate with some earthiness. The full-bodied palate is well-balanced with acidity and sweet tannins, and the mouthfeel is velvety and persistent. Excellent with fish served with capers, typical of the Aeolian Islands.