Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Smoky

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Mineral

Notes of: Anise

Notes of: Blackberry

COS

COS Nero di Lupo

Italy, Sicily

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

3.5

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

COS Nero di Lupo is an organic red wine produced by COS winery on the volcanic island of Sicily, Italy. The wine is made from the Nero d'Avola grape variety, which is grown in the sandy soils of the Vittoria appellation. The vineyards are located at an altitude of 230 meters above sea level, which provides ideal conditions for the grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. The winemaking process involves natural fermentation in cement and aged for a further 24 months in tank and bottle prior to release.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This COS Nero di Lupo is a vibrant, unoaked wine with notes of black plum, blackberry and blueberry.These fruit flavors are accompanied by layers of dried herbs and smoky minerality hinting at the volcanic soils of Sicily. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and complex with a persistent, velvety finish. Its tannins provide structure and balance, and its finish lends a perfect balance of firm acidity and ripe black fruit. The final impression is marked by a gentle smoky minerality that adds a layer of complexity to the wine.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

ORIGINS

Winery: COS

Region: Sicily

Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just off the "toe" of the Italian peninsula. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is home to a rich and diverse terroir and wine culture. Sicily has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 8th century BC. The island has been home to many different cultures over the centuries, including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Normans, all of whom have left their mark on the island's wine culture. Today, Sicily is one of Italy's most important wine regions, producing a wide range of styles from both indigenous and international grape varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.5

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