Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Cusumano – Merlot Terre Siciliane IGT 2023
Sicily – Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
Cusumano is one of Sicily’s most progressive family-owned wineries, blending modern winemaking with the island’s ancient terroirs. This 100% Merlot comes from vineyards planted in the rolling hills of the Terre Siciliane IGT, showcasing how international varieties thrive under Sicily’s Mediterranean sun and volcanic-influenced soils.

Aromas & Flavors
Plum, blackberry, and red cherry dominate the nose, with soft accents of violets, Mediterranean herbs, and a touch of cocoa. On the palate, it’s juicy and fruit-driven, supported by hints of spice and earth that keep it grounded.

Mouthfeel
Smooth and medium-bodied, with round tannins and fresh acidity. A vibrant, approachable wine that finishes gently with a fruity, slightly savory edge.

Winemaking Notes
Vinified in stainless steel to preserve freshness and fruit purity, with short aging in neutral vessels. Cusumano’s style emphasizes clean, modern lines rather than heavy oak influence.

Food Pairing
Perfect with pasta alla norma, margherita pizza, grilled sausages, or aged caciocavallo cheese. Its balance of fruit and freshness makes it versatile for everyday Mediterranean dining.

Verdict
An easy-drinking, modern Sicilian Merlot that’s both accessible and expressive of place. Proof that international grapes can shine beautifully on the island, especially when crafted with balance and restraint. A la salute! — 24 days ago

ruchi b

9.0

Like the fill body, dark cherry taste. Dry the wall I love it — 9 months ago

with Vicki and Beverly

Alan Hense

9.0

Crisp and vibrant with some oak character. Grapefruit, hay, lemon zest and gooseberry. — 3 years ago

Ana Laura Gonzalez Coria

9.0

Aromatic
E un buon vino per mangiare pesce in compagnia e voglio vedere come arriviamo in spiaggia

Dangerous! — 2 months ago

Tim L

9.0

Not a white wine aficionado but this Sicilian white is excellent w/med body and flavor full with citrus overtures… — 3 months ago

Vasanth Balakrishnan

9.0

Blackberry, plum, elegantly earthy slightly spicy nose. Great acidity up front to offset that rich fruit, distinctly #sicilianerosso graceful fruit and refined tannins to finish. One mark of a fine wine is imprinting a terroir onto an international varietal like #merlot — a year ago

Trevor

8.9

For a white wine (not typically my bag) it's fantastic. Buttery in the mouth, tropically fruity on the nose. — 3 years ago

Angelo Casagrande

9.0

Light and fruity, with some smoke, and strawberry. Coming in at 13.5, nice red in warmer temperatures. — 3 months ago

Ronald LaMascus

8.9

Really good with pasta! Definitely would recommend and buy again. — 8 months ago

Jess

8.9

Cushman Noa 2017

Deep purple color.
Aromas of black fruit, tomato leaf, licorice.
Dry. Flavors of black fruit, blackberry, licorice, oak spice, mineral. Firm tannins, good acidity.

Complexity: 4/5
Intensity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 3/5 — 3 years ago