Another Sicilian Nero d'Avola

Another Sicilian Nero d'Avola: Wine Reviewed
Colosi Nero d’Avola, 2009 14 % alcohol about $12.

Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Tasting Note : The 2009 Nero d'Avola emerges from the glass with layers of vibrant, perfumed red fruit. This silky, graceful red offers tons of varietal character and wonderful balance in an up-front, juicy style I find particularly appealing. The Nero d'Avola is aged exclusively in steel, which helps preserve quite a bit of freshness. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2013. Score - 89. (Antonio Galloni, at the Robert Parker website, June 2010) And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was round, dark, and somewhat sweet. I started with Japanese rice crackers that increased its acidity. The initial meal was a boxed vegetarian lasagna with Ricotta and Mozzarella cheese that I doused with grated Parmesan cheese. In response Nero offered dark plums and very light tannins. Its acidity was slightly harsh.

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