Cusumano Syrah, 2023, Sicily, Italy
$24.99
Cusumano Syrah Terre Siciliane is a full-bodied, fruit-forward red wine with notes of ripe blackberry, plum, black pepper, and subtle smoke.
Meat Pairings
Grilled lamb chops or lamb roast: The peppery and savory profile of the wine cuts right through the rich gamey flavor of lamb.
Grilled steak or roast beef: The wine's soft tannins and bold dark fruit complement a charred New York strip or ribeye.
Smoked or cured meats: Enjoy it alongside a charcuterie board featuring bresaola, salami, or smoked pork.
Vegetarian and Plant-Based Pairings
Roasted or grilled eggplant: Earthy, charred eggplant magnifies the savory, rustic undertones of Sicilian Syrah.
Mushroom dishes: Mushroom ragù, portobello caps, or wild mushroom risotto match the deep, dark fruit flavors.
Cheese Pairings
Aged hard cheeses: Parmesan, aged pecorino, or sharp Asiago.
Pungent or smoked cheeses: Smoked Gouda or a bold Gorgonzola.
The winery is family owned and the wine is estate grown.