Nostru Catarratto Lucido Terre Siciliane IGP

Terroir and wine-making

The grapes of Catarratto Lucido thrive in the land of Sicily: those selected by Cantina Cortese are part of the renowned terroir of Vittoria, in the province of Ragusa, where they are located at an altitude of 400 meters above sea level. Once harvested by hand from the plants, they undergo the usual soft thinning and pressing. Then, decanted the must at low temperatures for about 48 hours, fermentation is carried out for at least 20 days and takes place at a controlled temperature of 17-19 °C. Last but not least, The useful step for the production of Cortese wine is to rest on fine lees for at least 5 months during which frequent batonnage are planned. Then it is ready to be enjoyed.

Notes of taste

With its typical straw yellow colour, the Lucid Nostru Catarratto reveals a lovely bouquet of scents that range from white fruit to orange blossoms and lively citrus notes. On the palate it reveals an interesting structure supported by perfect acidity and right savoury. A wine with remarkable aging capacity.

Wine at the table

Perfect to combine with traditional Sicilian dishes, the Catarratto Lucido Cortese prefers the combination with fish dishes such as sardines or first seasoned with molluscs and crustaceans. Also ideal with mussels soup.

Curiosity

As indicated by the choice of design on the label, the Cantina Cortese compares its Nostru Catarratto Lucido to the character of the donkey, calm, stubborn and capable of enormous efforts: an animal linked to work in the fields, source of life and wealth. Best Catarratto of Italy - Luca Moroni "I Primi Vini Italiani 2021", Luca Gardini score 91.