# Amber One Catarratto (2023)

- **Producer:** Cantine Rallo
- **Colour:** orange
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Catarratto
- **Region:** Sicilia, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apricot, orange, apple, dried herbs

## About this wine

The Amber One Catarratto is an orange wine produced by Rallo SpA soc. Agr. from the native Sicilian grape, Catarratto. The winery emphasizes sustainable farming and a connection to the land, aiming to produce wines of character and elegance. Sicily's unique terroir plays a significant role in shaping the wine's identity. The 2023 vintage is characterized by a spicy flavor profile with notes of fruit and herbs.

## Interesting facts

- This wine is an orange wine, made by fermenting white grapes with their skins.
- It is crafted from 100% Catarratto, a native Sicilian white grape.
- The wine is certified organic, reflecting a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
- Fermentation and maceration occur in traditional clay amphorae.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-full body and subtle spice can complement richer vegetarian dishes and lighter meats. Its inherent complexity can stand up to dishes with earthy flavors, while its fruit notes can bridge to sweeter elements in accompaniments.

## Wine making process

The Amber One Catarratto is produced using orange wine techniques, involving three days of spontaneous fermentation with grape skins. The wine then ferments for approximately two weeks in clay amphorae. Following this, it undergoes an extended maceration period of over six months, and is subsequently aged in the bottle for a minimum of three months. This process is carried out without the use of oak.