A Sicilian Nero d'Avola

A Sicilian Nero d'Avola: A Sicilian Nero d'Avola
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Wine Reviewed
Cusumano Nero d’Avola, 2010 13.5 % alcohol about $10.

Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Tasting Note: Deep ruby color, dark fruit with coffee and spice aromas; dry, medium body; cherry and plum flavors with balanced acidity; ripe tannins in soft medium length finish. Serving Suggestion: Serve with grilled lamb chops.“ And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was round and quite fruit forward. It displayed balanced acidity but it was thin. I started with Japanese rice crackers; in response the fruit stayed and there was a bit of chocolate. And a Wasabi pea increased its intensity. The initial meal was a boxed vegetarian lasagna with Ricotta and Mozzarella cheese that I doused with grated Parmesan cheese. This was a good rustic wine, but it was somewhat thin.

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