Barbazzale Rosso Etna DOC COTTANERA
| Sommelier score | 90/100 | 2024 |
| James Suckling | 91/100 | 2020 |
| 2 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
|
2020 |
| Winery | COTTANERA |
| Denomination | Etna Doc |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | 90% Nerello Mascalese e 10% Nerello Cappuccio |
| Alcohol content | 13,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Winery headquarter | Cottanera Azienda Vinicola - Castiglione di Sicilia (CT) - Contrada Iannazzo, Strada Provinciale, 89 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Roast meat, Caponata, Gnocchi al ragù, Medium-aged cheeses, Rabbit, Grilled meat, Sausage, Lamb |
| Region | Sicily (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Etna |
From the vinification of fine grapes from the Nerello Mascalese’s vines for 90% and 10% Nerello Cappuccio, bred within the administrative boundaries of the Cottanera company, in Castiglione di Sicilia. Harvest takes place during the month of October. Vinification takes place by destemming and maceration in contact with the skins at a controlled temperature of 28 ° with frequent pumping over and punching down. The refinement takes place in steel for about 5 months.
Barbazzale Rosso Etna DOC Cottanera’s features
A bright and intense ruby color. Scent on the nose gives aromatic notes of raspberries, blackberries and wildflowers as well as mineral nuances. Taste is pleasantly fresh, balanced by a good aromatic tannin.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Barbazzale Rosso Etna DOC
Excellent in combination with ethnic cuisine, pizza, semi-aged cheeses. Optimal serving temperature is 16 ° C.
