Anas-Cëtta Nascetta di Novello Langhe DOC – 2014
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Introduction
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Anas-Cëtta is an invented name that was used initially because the wine was not a DOC. (In Italy it is not possible to use the varietal name if the wine is not DOC.) That changed in 2010, when Nascetta of Novello gained DOC status. Since the first limited production in 1994, the Elvio Cogno winery has drawn upon the knowledge of the old-timers in Novello to make a wine for the youth of today. Winemaking documents from the second half of the 19th century mention this wine of Mediterranean origin, whose sapidity is reminiscent of great hot-clime varietals such as Vermentino, from which, according to some studies, it may derive.
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Vineyard Profile
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100% estate vineyards
- Location: On the top of the hill; Novello village; Ravera area
- Cultivation: 100% organic (not yet certified)
- Size: 3 hectares (7.41 acres)
- Vine Age: 1 hectare (2.47 acres) newly planted, the rest are between 10 and 20 years
- Soil: Limestone/clay, with a small percentage of sand
- Elevation: 350 meters (1,148 feet)
- Exposure: Eastern
- Density: 4,000 vines/hectare (1,619 vines/acre)
- Training: Vertical trellising, Guyot pruning
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Vintage Report
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Winter was cold with little snow, followed by a spring with average temperatures and alternating days of heavy rain, leading to early development in the vineyards. Although the summer months were cool with frequent rain, September and October were warm and dry, which helped with the harvest.
- Harvest Date(s): September 27-28
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Vinification
- Fermentation: 100% in stainless steel with 12 hours cold soak (skin contact), indigenous yeast
- Malolactic: None
- Aging: On lees for 6 months, no barrel aging
- Bottle Aging: 2 months
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Nascetta
- Production (in cases): 1,660 cases
- Production Case Pack: 6/750ml
- Cases Imported: 400
- Imported Case Pack: 6/750ml
- Alcohol: 12.5%
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Tasting Notes
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Straw-yellow in color with golden highlights. The nose is fine and elegant with just the right intensity, exuding complex, lingering scents of wild flowers and herbs, citrus and exotic fruits. The bouquet suggests acacia honey, sage and rosemary. Its pleasant, warm and balanced structure makes this ideal as an accompaniment to vegetable dishes, white meats, fish and creamy cheeses.
Serving Suggestions: At 10 C-12 C (50 F-54 F)
Aging Potential: 5-10 years
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Reviews
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Anas-Cëtta Nascetta di Novello Langhe DOC – 2014 – 90 points – Wine Enthusiast
“Deeply hued gold, this offers aromas suggesting pressed yellow flower, citrus zest, thyme and sage. The vibrant palate doles out lemon, crushed herb, toasted nut, acacia honey and mineral framed in zesty acidity … impressive structure and depth…”
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Anas-Cëtta Nascetta di Novello Langhe DOC – 2014
Straw-yellow in color with golden highlights. The nose is fine and elegant with just the right intensity, exuding complex, lingering scents of wild flowers and herbs, citrus and exotic fruits. The bouquet suggests acacia honey, sage and rosemary.