COS
COS Pithos Bianco
4.5
Expert Rating
3.9
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
COS Pithos Bianco is a unique and highly sought-after wine produced by the renowned Sicilian winery, COS. This wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including fermentation and aging in clay amphorae, which gives it a distinct character and flavor profile. The grapes used to make this wine are grown in the Vittoria appellation, which is known for its sandy soils and Mediterranean climate. The resulting wine is a complex and aromatic wine of Grecanico, with notes of citrus, herbs, and minerality.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This COS Pithos Bianco is a delightful wine of Grecanico from Sicily.On the nose, it has notes of white flowers, stone fruits and a hint of citrus. On the palate, it is fresh and vibrant, with a juicy acidity and a lingering finish. The wine is full-bodied and offers a great balance between fruit and mineral notes. Overall, it is a great expression of Sicilian terroir.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2046
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Grecanico
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
3.9
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