Prestigious bubbles for Colomba Bianca: “595 100 Mesi”

This mosaic features 32 varieties, both native and international, which give life to approximately 40 labels. These labels are the fruit of the winery's constant desire for innovation and experimentation, and confirm the region's great ability to create contemporary wines.

Colomba Bianca has undertaken, among other things, the challenge of sparkling wine production using the Classic Method, as exemplified by the 595 line, with a Chardonnay-based blanc de blanc and a Nero d'Avola rosé.

The line was recently enriched with the limited edition “595 100 months on the lees”, based on Chardonnay, presented at the last Vinitaly, which expresses all the value of a long refermentation in the bottle.

Philosophy

For Colomba Bianca, the "595 100 Mesi" represents much more than just a wine; it embodies quality and tradition, a desire to enhance the perceived quality of cooperative wines, to create value from the terroir by challenging preconceptions and the challenges that still plague the combination of excellence and cooperation today. These challenges are much more acute in Sicily, as in other Italian regions. Each bottle is therefore a declaration of intent, a long and patient journey that begins in the vineyards at 595 meters above sea level and culminates with 100 months of aging on the lees.

"We carefully selected and vinified the harvests," explains Dino Taschetta, president of Cantine Colomba Bianca. "Preserving an important legacy, year after year, we have won a race against time. Rest is the key to success, and this is reflected in an exceptional selection."

On the one hand, the "595 100 Mesi" reflects the traditional practices of Sicilian viticulture and winemaking, rooted in centuries of winemaking history and culture; on the other, it reflects innovation and a forward-thinking approach; the exceptionally long aging on the lees is a bold and innovative choice that expresses pride and passion.

Territory

The “595 100 Mesi” is a “high-altitude wine” and owes its name to the altitude at which the Chardonnay vines grow: 595 meters above sea level. This altitude allows for perfect ripening of the grapes, thanks to the cool air currents coming from the sea and the surrounding mountains. The “100 Mesi” designation is not just a temporal reference, but a celebration of time itself. For 100 months, the wine patiently rests on the lees, in a silent embrace that transforms each bottle into a masterpiece of complexity and finesse. This lengthy aging allows the wine to develop deep, layered aromas, notes of dried fruit, honey, and a creamy delicacy that only the passage of time can bestow. Every sip tells the story of these 100 months of waiting, a journey that highlights the masterful craftsmanship and dedication to absolute quality.

The vineyards are located in a hilly area between Vita and Salemi, offering ideal conditions for viticulture: the soil is predominantly calcareous-clayey, with good drainage that favors balanced vine growth; the climate is typically Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot but breezy summers, ensuring a good temperature range between day and night, essential for developing aromas and acidity in the grapes; the east-west exposure is optimal, ensuring uniform ripening of the fruit.

Sensory profile

Chardonnay has adapted perfectly to Sicilian soils, finding a new home in the island's terroir where it can express its full potential. In this corner of Sicily, with its limestone soils and altitude of 595 meters above sea level, Chardonnay develops a complex aromatic profile, from floral notes of jasmine and orange blossom to fruity notes of citrus, green apple, and white peach, creating a rich and varied bouquet. The acidity is well-balanced, an essential characteristic for the production of high-quality sparkling wines. This acidity, combined with the minerality of the limestone soils and the marine influence, gives the wine an elegant structure and a freshness that lingers on the palate.

The long aging on the lees yields extraordinary complexity and depth. The fruity and floral notes are enriched with aromas of dried fruit, bread crust, and honey, achieving a creaminess and finesse that are the hallmarks of a great sparkling wine.

Pairings, lifestyle and markets

“595” is the ideal label for those who enjoy an elegant and sophisticated lifestyle. It's perfect for chic aperitifs, refined dinners, and special celebrations.

Given its sugar content—we're talking about a Brut with 6 g/l—it pairs perfectly with sophisticated menus, from appetizers to desserts. Its style and refinement make it perfect with oysters, fish carpaccio, and shellfish or seafood-based first courses. It pairs perfectly with fish-based second courses, but also enhances and enhances white meats with aromatic herbs.

"595" appeals to a discerning global clientele who appreciates quality wines. Its primary target audience is sparkling wine enthusiasts, collectors, and customers of top wine shops, high-end restaurants, and luxury hotels. It is intended for immediate consumption as well as cellaring for special events: its complexity and freshness make it suitable for drinking young or after a few years of aging.

It is intended for both the domestic market and export to markets with advanced winemaking cultures, such as the United States, Japan, Germany, and the United Kingdom. For connoisseurs in each country, it will, in any case, be a wait of almost five years. "We have become one of the most sought-after and refined wineries of the new frontier Classic Method," explains Giuseppe Gambino, director of sales and business development at Cantine Colomba Bianca. "We are among the leaders in sparkling wines, with a significant production in terms of quality and quantity, and with a sales force that produces 350,000 bottles for the Italian and international markets, 20% of which goes beyond national borders." The quiet work, conducted over the years, on Chardonnay made in Sicily is attracting interest in foreign markets. Colomba Bianca has involved buyers from Europe and the USA interested in discovering the “595 100 Mesi” label in the incoming tour between the cellars and vineyards of Marsala (TP) to explore the production chain and the winemaking processes that are evolving to generate increasingly refined and recognizable selections.