John Dapetrosino Syrah Terre Siciliane 2022

The John Dapetrosino line is a liquid bridge between the sun-drenched hills of Petrosino, Sicily, and the bustling streets of New York. This Syrah is a custom bottling from the Sibiliana project at Cantine Europa, honoring the Sicilian farmers who traded the Mediterranean coast for NYC in the 20th century.

While Syrah might be a French expat, it has found a remarkably comfortable second home in the volcanic and clay-heavy soils of Sicily. The 2022 vintage is a vibrant, soulful expression of that New World meets Old World energy. It’s full-bodied and plush, yet it carries that essential Mediterranean acidity that keeps the dark fruit flavors—think mulberry and black cherry—feeling fresh rather than jammy. As it opens up, you’ll find subtle notes of cedar, sweet tobacco, and a touch of dark chocolate on the finish.