In the glass
Aroma: yellow grapefruit, elderflower, white peach, vanilla
Palate: yellow citrus, stone fruit, saline lift, long fresh close
Top Collio Sauvignon from Attems. The cellar has been owned by the Marchesi de' Frescobaldi since 2000 and Cicinis is the flagship single-parcel Sauvignon.
What it pairs with
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Sea bass crudo
Raw fish and high-acid Sauvignon lock together. -
Goat cheese tart
Tangy goat cheese is the classic Sauvignon pairing. -
Asparagus risotto
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Green vegetables and elderflower-Sauvignon share fresh register. -
Grilled scampi
Sweet shellfish and saline-mineral Sauvignon share long depth.
History
Top Collio Sauvignon from Attems. The Conti Attems sold the estate to Marchesi de' Frescobaldi in 2000; the Tuscan group has rebuilt the cellar and the Collio vineyards while retaining the Attems brand identity.
- 2000 — Attems sold to Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
Facts
- Producer
- Attems
- Grapes
- Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
- Classification
- DOC Collio
- Oak
- Partial fermentation in French oak barriques and stainless steel, elevage on fine lees for around 8 months
- ABV
- 13.5%
- Price
- EUR 22 to 32 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-10 from vintage
- First vintage
- 1995
Frequently asked about Attems Cicinis Sauvignon
What does Attems Cicinis taste like?
Yellow grapefruit, elderflower, white peach and vanilla on the nose; yellow citrus, stone fruit, saline lift and a long fresh close on the palate. Full-bodied with high acidity.
When should I drink Attems Cicinis?
Drink 3 to 10 years from vintage. The partial oak fermentation gives the wine medium-term cellar capacity.
Who owns Attems?
Marchesi de' Frescobaldi acquired the Attems estate from the Conti Attems family in 2000. The Tuscan group runs Attems as part of its multi-region portfolio while retaining the Collio brand identity.
What food pairs with Attems Cicinis?
Sea bass crudo is the canonical pairing. Goat cheese tart, asparagus risotto, and grilled scampi are equally strong.