About

Welcome to an independent exploration of the world of wine. Here, we uncover the fascinating journey of grapes from vine to glass, discover the dedicated winemakers and their origins, and delve into the unique flavors that make each bottle an experience. I'm not a sommelier, nor do I have any affiliations with wine importers or stores. I'm simply a wine enthusiast who enjoys documenting my tasting adventures and insights, all while maintaining the utmost impartiality.

Ratings

June 8, 2023

4.1·@Favourite Uncle

My second bottle in a short span. Same result. Dried cherries, red flowers, raw meat, briar and spices. Complete, round, juicy, quite intense and so well-balanced.

April 21, 2023

4.1·@Boris

It's a wonderful Vittoria Rosso (hehe, someone stopped being Cerasuolo di Vittoria). Delicate, sophisticated and delicious. Dried cherries, red flowers, underbrush, raw meat, briar and warm spices. I love how every aroma is mindful of others, and nothing stands out. On the palate, it's still too young. It has a medium-full body. It's intense, juicy and well-balanced. Good potential. I'd love to open a bottle of this vintage in 5-10 years.

COS

Azienda Agricola COS was founded in 1980 by three friends: Giambattista Cilia, Giusto Occhipinti, and Cirino Strano. The name is just an acronym of their family names (in case you didn't notice). The trio is known for the transformation of Cerasuolo di Vittoria wine from DOC to DOCG level (the only one on the island), as their 2005 release was the first to bear the new designation.

COS started its adventure with biodynamic farming and neutral terracotta vases. In 2007 (after moving to a new location), they decided to get rid of all their oak barrels in favour of 150 huge amphoras.