Cottanera

Etna Rosso DOC - Contrada Diciassettesalme - Cottanera 2020

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Cottanera
Name	Etna Rosso DOC
Variety	Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
Vintage	2020
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, mineral notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation with skin maceration
Region	Sicily
Production area	Etna, Sicily
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	12-18 months
Type of cask	Oak barrels
Color	Ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 5-7 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

After the manual harvest in October, winemaking involves soft destemming and maceration in contact with the skins at controlled temperatures of 28°C, lasting for approximately 25-30 days. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 26-28°C, with constant pumping over and punching down to ensure complete extraction. The malolactic fermentation takes place in French oak barrels, followed by an 8-month aging period in large French oak barrels.

On the nose, the wine opens with an aromatic bouquet featuring red berries, such as raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, accompanied by herbaceous notes of mallow, thyme and juniper, combined with mineral sensations. On the palate, the wine manifests itself with great breadth, the tannins are perfectly balanced and the finish stands out for its length and balsamic delicacy. This wine embodies the harmony between aromatic complexity, balanced structure and a finish that promises to delight the senses.

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How to serve

Glass:

Medium opening goblet

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Serve to:

16-18°C

When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it 5/7 years

Production area

Sicily

The winery

Cottanera – Winery in Sicilia (Etna, Castiglione di Sicilia)

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Winery located on the northern slopes of Etna (Castiglione di Sicilia), producing wines expressive of the volcanic terroir, with manual harvesting and an offering that includes reds, whites, rosés and sparkling wines.

Region: Sicilia (Etna, Castiglione di Sicilia)

Country: Italia

Founded: 1960

Grapes: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante, Inzolia, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot

Vineyards on Etna with volcanic soils and pronounced minerality Harvest and extensive manual work, highlighting the contrade Prominent presence of the indigenous grape varieties Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, and Carricante. Experiences and winery visits Identity tied to family tradition

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Winery history

Born and raised on the slopes of Etna, Cottanera is a family-run estate operating since 1960. Over the years the estate has focused on highlighting the contrade of Etna, aiming to translate the differences of each parcel into distinct, recognizable wines.

Production philosophy

The winery states an approach based on respect for the land and natural rhythms: many vineyard operations are carried out by hand. The winery values local knowledge, giving a central role to the work teams and the area's agricultural traditions, and aims for quality and faithful representation of the territory.

Terroir and vineyards

Vineyards located on the slopes of Mount Etna, on volcanic soils. The estate operates at high elevation and leverages the minerality of the lava soil to define the wines' identity. Estate location: Contrada Iannazzo, Castiglione di Sicilia.

Awards and recognitions

Recognitions and scores from specialist publications: the winery and individual wines are cited and evaluated in industry publications.