After a lifetime surrounded by everything having to do with wine, Tara Empson, daughter of the Monte Antico Father Neil Empson, is ready to make her mark on the world with her very own creation.
 
In her words, “our growers are selected on the basis of two fundamental principles, the quality of the wines and the quality of the people. This criteria has proved to be a successful one as most of our portfolio has remained strong through the good times and the bad.” With that in mind, choosing Matteo Bernabei, son of renowned winemaker Franco Bernabei, as the winemaker was an easy decision. Together they crafted Il Viziato, a unique blend of Sangiovese and Nero d’Avola, as a tribute to two very distinct regions in Italy, Tuscany and Sicily.
 
Tasting Notes
Intense and concentrated ruby red in color with notes of ripe red fruit over a layer of spice. There is a lifted freshness on the palate along with balanced tannins and a lengthy finish.
 
Grape Varieties
80% Sangiovese, 20% Nero d’Avola
 
Alcohol
13%