Etna Bianco Cottanera 2024
The Etna Bianco by Cottanera is a medium-bodied white wine, soft and balanced, aged on the lees in steel. It is characterized by fresh citrus aromas, intense fragrances, and a harmonious and well-balanced minerality.
The Etna Bianco from Cottanera is a pure Carricante, which expresses the best characteristics of this grape variety historically grown on the slopes of Mongibello. It is the label that best represents the varietal notes of high-quality grapes and the particular profile of the volcanic terroir. The significant temperature variations and the lava soils enhance the fresh, citrusy, and savory profile of the wine, which offers a smooth sip and vibrant flavor fragrance. The vinification in steel allows for a direct and immediate appreciation of its elegant aromatic finesse. Very pleasant to drink young, it is a white that also possesses good aging potential.
The Etna Bianco wine originates from one of the most important realities in the northern area of the volcano. The Cottanera estate is located in the area of Castiglione di Sicilia and extends over about 60 hectares, divided into numerous parcels, cultivated in different Contrade. The Carricante grapes come from the vineyards of the Contrade Cottanera and Diciassettesalme, situated at a height of about 750 meters above sea level.of the sea. The climate of the area is cool and breezy, and the vines are planted in volcanic soils, with alluvial components and the presence of clays. At the end of the manual harvest, which usually takes place towards the end of September, the best bunches undergo a cold maceration of about 24 hours, before proceeding to fermentation in steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16 °C for about three weeks. Before bottling, the wine matures in steel tanks on the fine lees for about 6 months.
Etna Bianco from the Sicilian winery Cottanera expresses the authentic character of a unique place in the world. The presence of a volcano over three thousand meters in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea creates extreme and contrasting pedoclimatic conditions, combining mountain viticulture with the mild sea breeze. The result is a wine with a light yellow color and slight golden reflections, expressing aromas of white flowers, citrus fragrances, grapefruit, lime, notes of white-fleshed fruit, hints of aromatic herbs, and iodized nuances. The taste is tense and salty,lively and clear, with harmonious fruit and a fresh, mineral finish.