Exploring Amphora Arcs: A Visual Journey Through Vinography Images Chris Lehoux, March 14, 2026 Rims, covers, and shadows create striking arcs when viewed from above at COS winery, located near Vittoria, Sicily. The image captures the top of macerating wine within an amphora, likely the Pithos Bianco. Traditionally, amphorae are fully buried underground, but COS’s recent approach involves leaving approximately 25-30% of the amphora above ground. This method helps generate a temperature gradient that fosters natural circulation of the wine during fermentation and aging, which they believe results in a higher quality wine overall. About the Author: Chris Lehoux Meet Chris Lehoux, an experienced wine connoisseur and dedicated blogger with a deep passion for all things wine-related. With years of expertise in the industry, Chris shares insightful wine reviews, valuable wine tasting tips, expert pairing advice, and captivating tales of vineyard visits. Join Chris on a journey through the world of wine, where every sip is an adventure waiting to be savored! Alder Yarrow Amphora Cos Photography Vinography Images