Cantine Colosi Nero d'Avola: A Sicilian Classic Grape

Fall has settled itself here in New England and my mindset on wines and what dishes to cook have shifted .  I’m looking for more of those warm me up reds and ho me style dishes .  This week I’m featuring the Nero d’Avola grape from Cantina Colosi in Sicily with a delightful pairing .  Come check it out!   What is Nero d’Avola ?   Nero d’Avola is a native grape of Sicily that is widely planted throughout the island and is one of t he Sicily’s top red grapes .  The name derives from “black grape of Avola ”, which is on the southeastern portion of the island and is believed to be where the grape originates from .     The Nero d’Avola grape result in wines that are dark in color and rich in dark, ripe fruits .  They are fuller in body, dry and along with the ripe fruits , tend to show either pepper, herbal or licorice notes .  The tannins are these wines are soft. The wines are lush, but hold nice acidity despite the intensity of the s

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