2022 COS Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico

A moreish red fruited Sicilian red.

Azienda Agricola COS was founded in 1980 in the town of Vittoria, located in the southeast of Sicily. Championing indigenous grape varietals since their inception, today they are one of the finest producers on the island. Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico is a blend of 40% Frappato and 60% Nero d'Avola produced from 25-year-old vines thriving in red, limestone-rich soil. The wines undergo wild fermentation on skins and are matured in Slavonian barrels for at least 18 months. This blend combines the lighter, fruitier character of Frappato with the robust power and structure of Nero d'Avola.
Red to dark red colour with black toned edges and a red hue. Delightful red currant and red cherry aromas flow through the nostrils followed by a faint whiff of red liquorice, earth, Mediterranean herb and spice notes. Juicy red currant, red liquorice and red cherry fruits flood the mouth with savoury tones of earth, infusions of Mediterranean herbs and spice lying underneath. Beautifully refined and balanced with polished tannins, this mid weight expression finishes long, fresh and supple.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 13%

Other Reviews....
A blend of 60% Nero d'Avola and 40% Frappato, the organic COS 2022 Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico sees cement only to achieve a silky, mid-weight texture. Kicked off with a spontaneous fermentation, it reveals fresh aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, almond, wild herb and crushed stone. The vineyards are characterized by sandy limestone soils that are unique to this part of Sicily. Drink 2024-2029.
92 Points
Monica Larner – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate