2025 COS Frappato Sicily

A 100% Frappato di Vittoria red wine from COS, one of Sicily's seminal wineries located in the Vittoria area of southeastern Sicily. The estate vineyards are planted on distinctive red clay soils over limestone at 230 meters elevation, with sub-Apennine sands and silica contributing to the wine's characteristic freshness and lift. COS was founded by three friends whose last names form the acronym, and they were early adopters of biodynamic farming practices on the island. The winery employs traditional methods including spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and aging in terracotta vases, a completely neutral vessel that respects the terroir and grapes of Sicily. Light to medium-bodied and dry, with smooth texture and fine, gentle tannins well-sustained by crisp acidity.