The 2012 Monreale Syrah La Monaca is a shapely and opulent red wine that shows the best side of Sicilian Syrah (one of the most interesting vinous phenomena to emerge from the island in recent years). The wine reveals a warm and inviting personality with characteristic aromas of dark fruit, prune, cured meat and smoked bacon. La Monaca offers a heavily savory and spicy interpretation of Syrah. The wine is thick in terms of texture with lasting layers of velvety intensity and richness.