Cusumano Benuara

In the glass

Aroma: dark cherry, blackberry, pepper, spice

Palate: dark fruit, firm tannin, pepper-spice, warm mineral

Cusumano's Nero d'Avola and Syrah blend from Sicilian estate vineyards: the pepper-spice of Syrah amplifies Nero d'Avola's dark fruit and the barrique treatment adds structure and warmth.

What it pairs with

• Grilled lamb with rosemary
  Syrah pepper and Nero d'Avola dark fruit match the herby, slightly gamey flavour of lamb.
• Pasta with meat ragu and chilli
  Full body and pepper-spice hold up to robust, chilli-spiked meat sauces.
• Aged provolone piccante
  Firm tannin and warm mineral depth match the sharp intensity of aged provolone.

History

Benuara was Cusumano's mid-tier blend, combining the native Nero d'Avola with Syrah for international appeal. It was part of the estate's strategy to create a full range from entry to premium, covering both native and international varieties.

1. 2002 — First Benuara Nero d'Avola-Syrah blend produced

Facts

Producer

Cusumano

Grapes

Nero d'Avola, Syrah

Classification

Sicilia DOC

Oak

Aged in French barriques, 12 months

ABV

14.0%

Price

EUR 14-20 at retail

Drinking window

3-10 from vintage

First vintage

2002

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