Cottanera
Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo 2022
| Denomination | DOC Etna Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Aging | Ageing for 14–16 months in French oak barrels, followed by 18 months of ageing in the bottle. |
- Grape variety: 100% Nerello Mascalese, Etna DOC still red wine
- Origin: Castiglione di Sicilia, Diciassettesalme vineyard at 750–770 metres, volcanic soil
- Nose: notes of rose and violet, orange, eucalyptus, graphite and sweet spices
- Palate: distinct structure, vibrant freshness, compact and elegant tannins, long finish
- Ageing: 14–16 months in French oak and 18 months in the bottle; decant for 1 hour
Description
What type of wine it is
Cottanera's Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo is a pure expression of Nerello Mascalese, capable of reflecting the authentic character of the volcanic slope. It is distinguished by a ruby red colour with garnet reflections and a floral olfactory profile of dog rose, violet and orange zest, enriched by hints of eucalyptus on a distinct graphite base. On the palate, it presents a significant structure with a decisive freshness and dense, austere yet elegant tannins. The persistent finish makes it ideal for pairing with mushroom pasta dishes, meat sauces and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from Castiglione di Sicilia, in the famous Feudo di Mezzo area, within the Contrada Diciassettesalme. The vineyards are cultivated between 750 and 770 metres above sea level following sustainable practices. The high-altitude climate and the deep lava soil impart a recognisable mineral mark to the bunches. The vines, approximately thirty years old and trained using the spurred cordon method, guarantee limited yields and a balanced maturation, concentrating the complex identity of the territory in the fruit.
How it is produced
Production begins in October with a rigorous manual harvest. After destemming, fermentation at a controlled temperature proceeds with frequent pump-overs and punch-downs, accompanied by maceration on the skins for about thirty days for optimal extraction of colour and polyphenols. The wine completes malolactic fermentation and matures in French oak barrels for a period of fourteen to sixteen months. A further ageing of eighteen months follows to integrate the tannic component and ensure great ageing potential.
History and interesting facts
This prestigious label embodies the passion of the Cambria family, a pioneer with Cottanera of the Etnean wine revival. Supported by the oenologist Lorenzo Landi, the company manages sixty-five hectares in Castiglione di Sicilia following organic and sustainable practices. In Contrada Diciassettesalme, the deep lava soil gives a distinct territorial character to the wine, whose prestige is confirmed by the awards of excellence for the 2021 vintage, such as 95 Decanter points and 93 from Vinous.
Awards
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2022
92/100
One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2000
- Oenologist: Lorenzo Landi
- Bottles produced: 300.000
- Hectares: 65
| Name | Cottanera Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Etna DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Cottanera |
| Story | History and interesting facts This prestigious label embodies the passion of the Cambria family, a pioneer with Cottanera of the Etnean wine revival. Supported by the oenologist Lorenzo Landi, the company manages sixty-five hectares in Castiglione di Sicilia following organic and sustainable practices. In Contrada Diciassettesalme, the deep lava soil gives a distinct territorial character to the wine, whose prestige is confirmed by the awards of excellence for the 2021 vintage, such as 95 Decanter points and 93 from Vinous. |
| Origin | Castiglione di Sicilia (Catania), Diciassettesalme District, Mount Etna (Sicily), Italy |
| Climate | High-altitude climate |
| Soil composition | Lavic (volcanic origin) |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | Five thousand, seven hundred |
| Yield per hectare | 55 quintals per hectare |
| Harvest | Second ten-day period of October |
| Fermentation temperature | 26 to 28 °C |
| Fermentation | About 30 days |
| Production technique | Controlled temperature fermentation (26–28 °C) with pump-overs and punch-downs; destemming and maceration on the skins for approximately 30 days; malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels. |
| Wine making | Manual harvest in October; destemming and maceration on the skins for approximately 30 days at a controlled temperature (around 28 °C); fermentation at 26-28 °C with pump-overs and punch-downs; malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels; ageing for 14 6 months in French oak barrels and a further 18 months in the bottle. |
| Aging | Ageing for 14–16 months in French oak barrels, followed by 18 months of ageing in the bottle. |
| Total acidity | 5.1 gr/L |
| PH | 3.77 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |