Wine Details

Cottanera Etna Bianco DOC

A pure expression of Mt. Etna, the Etna Bianco is 100% Caricante, an ancient Sicilian white grape variety, thought to have been growing on the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna for at least a thousand years. Planted at high altitudes on the steep slopes of Mt. Etna, the grapes ripen slowly and steadily throughout the long growing season. On the nose, the Etna Bianco is bursting with citrus notes of lemon and cedar with orange blossom and jasmine. A full-bodied palate is supported by the marked acidity typical of this variety, imparting freshness and a long finish.

Region:

Producer:

Cottanera

Classification:

Etna DOC

Variety:

100% Carricante

Number of bottles produced:

30,000 bottles

Production area:

Contrada Cottanera e Diciassettesalme, Castiglione di Sicilia

Altitude:

720-750 meters (2362-2460 feet) a.s.l.

Age of vines:

15-20 years

Yield:

6,500 kg/ha

Training:

Espalier

Vinification:

Cold maceration for about 24 hours, followed by cold setting. Temperature-controlled (16°C /61°F) fermentation in stainless steel, for 20-25 days.

Refining:

Stainless steel on lees for about 6 months, followed by bottle aging

Alcohol content:

12.5%

pH level:

3.38

Acidity:

5.5 g/l

Soil:

Lava-alluvial and lava clay

Harvest:

Last week of September - manual, with small crates

Recent press reviews

91

Cottanera Etna Bianco DOC 2023

Wine Enthusiast (91)- "The nose is simultaneously tangy and warm, with aromas of gooseberries, white peaches, lime and apricot, while an undertone of new sneaker provides balance. The slick palate brings more stone fruit and citrus, with a saltiness that sets up a bitter almond finish."

91

Cottanera Etna Bianco DOC 2022

Decanter (91)- "A blend of Carricante from various contradas on Etna's northern side, this unoaked bianco is bright and cheerful, full of white peach, white flowers, apricot skin, cream, pink grapefruit and hay. Sapid and stony, its long, floral finish is delightful."

91

Cottanera Etna Bianco DOC 2022

James Suckling (91)- "This has notes of lemons, chamomile and sweet basil. It’s bright and fruity, with a medium body and fresh, creamy finish. Carricante."