From Robb Report · Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen · · 50s
Sicilian Bordeaux Wine Honors Legend
A Sicilian winery's limited Bordeaux blend celebrates a founder who brought French grapes to the island in the 1970s.
In brief
A Sicilian winery's limited Bordeaux blend celebrates a founder who brought French grapes to the island in the 1970s. Lucio Pensiero, a 2022 vintage Sicilian wine made from French varieties, honors Lucio Tasca who introduced French grape varieties to Sicily in the late 1970s. Originally reported by Robb Report.
Sicilian Winery's Bordeaux Blend
The Tasca family releases a limited-edition Bordeaux-style wine blend honoring Lucio Tasca, who brought French grape varieties to Sicily in the late 1970s.
Lucio Pensiero Wine Details
Lucio Pensiero, an Italian name meaning 'Lucio's Thoughts', is a 2022 vintage blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot with fewer than 5,500 bottles produced.
U.S. Allocation
Only 300 bottles of the 2022 vintage Lucio Pensiero are allocated to the United States, highlighting its limited availability.
The main idea
Lucio Pensiero, a 2022 vintage Sicilian wine made from French varieties, honors Lucio Tasca who introduced French grape varieties to Sicily in the late 1970s.
