Famiglia Cotarella 'Poggio dei Gelsi' 2024
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Winery: Famiglia Cotarella
Vintage: 2024
Grape: Malvasia, Trebbiano, Roscetto
Drinking window: 2025 - 2028
Region: Lazio
Production: 60.000 bottles
THE ITALIAN GRAPE (90)
This white is super fresh and easy to enjoy. The wine has a light straw yellow color and smells fresh and pure, with hints of citrus, white flowers, and nectarine. On the palate, it feels lively and refreshing, with a nice balance between fruit and acidity. There’s also a light spiciness that makes it even more interesting. It’s not too heavy, but still has enough concentration and depth to keep your attention. A super elegant and well-made white wine, perfect for warm days or as an aperitif.
About the wine
Famiglia Cotarella is the story of a visionary family reshaping central Italy’s wine landscape. Founded in 1979 by brothers Riccardo and Renzo Cotarella, two of Italy’s most respected oenologists. The winery began as Falesco in Montefiascone, Lazio, with a mission to revive the once-glorious wine regions of Lazio and Umbria. With deep roots in these lands, the Cotarellas set out to restore quality and prestige by focusing on native grape varieties and the unique terroir of the area.
In 2004, a state-of-the-art winery in Montecchio marked a new chapter, enabling the family to experiment further, partnering with the University of Tuscia to explore varieties like Nero d’Avola, Primitivo, Malbec, and Tannat. What sets Famiglia Cotarella apart is their dual commitment to science and soil: combining cutting-edge technology with a deep respect for nature and place. Every wine reflects a thoughtful balance between tradition and precision, made possible by rigorous clone selection and ongoing research into the potential of each vineyard.
This wine carries a legendary name and a deep connection to Lazio’s winemaking heritage. The name Est! Est!! Est!!! dates back to the 12th century, when a German bishop traveling to Rome sent his servant ahead to mark inns with good wine. At Montefiascone, the wine was so exceptional that the servant wrote Est! Est!! Est!!! (“It is!”) on the door three times.
