COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Catarratto, Zibibbo
PRODUCER
Cantine Colomba Bianca
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Crudo Catarratto Zibibbo Organic 2023 is an organic white wine from Cantine Colomba Bianca, classified under the IGT Terre Siciliane. It is a blend of Catarratto and Zibibbo grapes, native to Sicily. The name 'Crudo' suggests a winemaking philosophy focused on natural expression. Cantine Colomba Bianca, established in 1970, is a significant wine cooperative in Sicily, comprising around 2,480 members and cultivating extensive vineyard areas across the island. The producer emphasizes quality, sustainability, and the distinctiveness of Sicilian terroir in their wines.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
'Crudo' means 'raw' in Italian, suggesting a natural winemaking approach.
Fact 02
The blend features Catarratto, a key white grape of Sicily.
Fact 03
Cantine Colomba Bianca is one of Sicily's largest wine cooperatives.
Fact 04
This wine is certified organic.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Crudo Catarratto Zibibbo Organic 2023 is produced using organic viticulture. Grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures, typically between 12-16°C, for about 20-24 days. Malolactic fermentation is not performed. Following fermentation, the wine is refined in the bottle for approximately 60 days. The vineyards are situated in Sicily, with some located at altitudes around 400 meters, on soils described as alluvial and deep with a medium texture and good organic matter content.
