Barbazzale Bianco Sicilia DOC COTTANERA
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| James Suckling | 92/100 | 2020 |
| Robert Parker | 88/100 | 2020 |
| Winery | COTTANERA |
| Denomination | Sicilia Doc |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grapes | Catarratto e piccole percentuali Vignoner |
| Alcohol content | 12,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Winery headquarter | Cottanera Azienda Vinicola - Castiglione di Sicilia (CT) - Contrada Iannazzo, Strada Provinciale, 89 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Aperitif, Steamed fish Hors d'oeuvres, Warm fish appetizers, Grilled Fish, Sushi-sashimi, swordfish, Risotto with seafood, Pasta with tuna |
| Region | Sicily (Italy) |
| Style | Light and fresh |
| Wine list | Sicilia DOC |
From the vinification of Catarratto grapes and small percentages of Vignoner expertly reared within the company. The origin of the vines falls on the estate of Castiglione di Sicilia north of Etna. Harvest takes place during the first ten days of September. Vinification involves cold maceration and subsequent static decantation. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 16 ° C for at least 20 days. Aging takes place in steel in contact with the yeasts for about 3 months.
Barbazzale Bianco Sicilia Doc Cottanera's features
A straw yellow color with greenish reflections. Perfume on the nose leaves floral scents of wisteria and broom with an excellent vegetable fragrance on an iodized base.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Barbazzale Bianco Sicilia DOC Cottanera
On the palate it is fresh and leaves a pleasant sensation of flavor. The best combinations are those with mixed fried fish, or crudités of fish. The best serving temperature is 10 ° C in a tall and tapered glass.
