This Saturday at Blind Bishop, we’re featuring a classic expression of Sicily’s most important red grape: Nero d’Avola.
For one evening only, you can taste it by the glass at special educational pricing.
Saturday, April 11 | 5–9 PM
3oz glass — $10 ($14)
5oz glass — $15 ($20)
Bottle enjoyed at Blind Bishop — $44 ($53)
These prices are available only on the day of the tasting.
Taste Profile
Ripe cherry • blackberry • plum • dried herbs • cocoa • soft, velvety tannins
Nero d’Avola is often referred to as the flagship red grape of Sicily, known for producing wines that balance generous fruit with a distinctly Mediterranean sense of place.
Caruso & Minini is a family-run estate rooted in western Sicily, where warm days, cooling coastal influences, and varied soils allow Nero d’Avola to ripen fully while retaining freshness. The result is a wine that is both approachable and expressive: ripe without being heavy, structured yet easy to drink.
Unlike more tannic or oak-driven reds, this style of Nero d’Avola emphasizes softness and texture. The tannins are rounded and velvety, making it especially versatile at the table, while the fruit profile leans toward dark berries and plum, supported by subtle herbal and earthy notes typical of the region.
This is a great reference point for understanding modern Sicilian reds: wines that deliver richness and depth, but with balance and drinkability at their core.
Whether you’re already a fan of Italian wines or just starting to explore them, this bottle offers a clear and enjoyable introduction to one of Italy’s most important native varieties.
Reserve your spot by filling out the form at the bottom of this page or on OpenTable.
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Each week at Blind Bishop we open a benchmark wine, the kind every wine lover or wine student should know.
These are not simply great bottles; they are reference points for style, origin, and craftsmanship.
To make tasting these classics accessible, we offer them by the glass for one evening at special pricing.
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Gnudi Pairing Flight
$44.80 ($56)
Three wines that pair well with one of our most popular dishes.
"Taste This Blind" Flight
$39.20 ($49)
Three distinct varieties often confused in blind tastings.
Refreshing Whites Flight
$31.20 ($39)
Crips, refreshing classics and industry favorites.
Something New Flight
$30.40 ($38)
Under-the-radar wines worth discovering.
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Every Saturday evening, between 5 PM and 9 PM, you can:
Blind Bishop
Dallas, TX
📅 Saturday, Apr 11 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Reserve your spot by filling out the form below or on OpenTable and experience what makes Blind Bishop one of the most unique wine destinations in Dallas.
