Item No.
0275717002017
Cusumano Benuara 2017
Cusumano Benuara 2017
$23.99
Availability:
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Limited Quantity13 Available
Varietal
Nero d’Avola
Region
Italy
Alcohol
14.5%
Overview
Named for the small, red flowers that grow near the Cusumano vineyard, this rustic red wine has a luscious aroma of blackberry and raspberry jam, with lingering red fruit and spice on the palate.
Aging
Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel. 80% aged in stainless steel, 20% in 26 gallon barrels.
Fermentation
Hand picked. De-stemmed, cold maceration for 2 days at 45˚F. Traditional fermentation at 78˚-82˚F with frequent re-circulation and removal of the must.
Winemaker
Mario Ronco
Tasting Notes
Style
Aromatic, Structured
Flavor
Blend-Fruits, Blend-Spices
Aroma
A luscious aroma of blackberry and raspberry jam.
Taste
The palate is dominated by rich, red fruit flavors with waves of spices.