La Spettinata 2023 – Masseria La Cattiva

Overview

La Spettinata 2023 is the playful and natural sparkling wine of Masseria La Cattiva, created to surprise and delight. Inspired by the French Pètillant Naturel (Pet Nat) method, this wine undergoes natural bottle refermentation, delivering freshness and lively bubbles in every sip. Sourced from the Specchione vineyard, from hand-harvested grapes trained in the pergola system, La Spettinata is light, joyful, and perfect for aperitifs, social gatherings, and tastings that celebrate Mediterranean spontaneity.

The history of the wine

The La Spettinata 2023 project was born to bring the magic of French natural sparkling wines to Puglia. Its name is a playful take on the French term Pètillant Naturel, reflecting the wine’s lively and cheerful character. After a spontaneous fermentation, 10% fresh must is added to trigger natural refermentation in the bottle. The wine remains in the bottle for at least six months, developing delicate bubbles while maintaining aromatic expression and fresh fruit character.

Vineyard philosophy

The grapes come from the Specchione pergola vineyard, grown organically and harvested by hand to preserve integrity and quality. The estate follows a minimal-intervention approach, using only copper and sulfur treatments. The aim is to obtain healthy, expressive grapes that faithfully convey the terroir, providing structure and liveliness to the natural sparkling wine without compromising authenticity.

Winemaking approach

In the cellar, La Spettinata 2023 follows a philosophy of spontaneous fermentation. After approximately two months of maturation in tanks, 10% fresh must is added to initiate natural refermentation directly in the bottle. The wine then rests for at least six months, developing fine, lively bubbles, vibrant aromatics, and balanced structure. No selected yeasts or chemical additives are used, highlighting the purity of the fruit and the mineral character of the terroir.

Tasting notes

• Color: pale straw yellow with bright green highlights.

• Nose: fresh white fruit, apple, citrus, and subtle floral aromas.

• Palate: lively and sparkling, light and savory, with delicate bubbles and a refreshing, persistent finish.

Food pairings

La Spettinata 2023 is ideal as an aperitif, with seafood starters, crudités, finger food, and light summer dishes. Pairs well with fresh fish, grilled vegetables, salads, and also surprises with fresh cheeses and Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect for convivial moments and for those seeking a playful, natural sparkling wine.

Technical sheet

• Name: La Spettinata 2023

• Locality: Specchione

• Training system: Pergola

• Harvest: manual

• Fermentation: spontaneous

• Ageing: stainless steel and bottle refermentation

• Alcohol: 11,5%

• Format: 75 cl

• Contains sulfites

Masseria La Cattiva

The history of Masseria La Cattiva

The story of Masseria La Cattiva began almost by chance, as is often the case with the most authentic journeys. In 2018, a group of friends decided to revive an abandoned farmhouse in Turi, Bari. Marianna, the owner of the estate, had inherited vineyards from her family that had never been used for winemaking. The desire to experiment, combined with a passion for viticulture, led them to vinify their first small harvest. Encouraged by the results, they decided to rent the vineyards and transform the masseria into a project with strong ambition. By 2019, the estate had become a living reality, animated by a deep respect for the land and the will to produce wines faithful to their territory.

Vineyard philosophy

In the vineyards of Masseria La Cattiva, located in Sammichele di Bari, the agricultural philosophy is clear: to work in harmony with nature, without compromises. Over 7 hectares of vines, planted in 2001, have been cultivated organically from the very beginning. Every stage, from pruning to harvesting, is carried out manually, with an artisanal approach that values soil vitality and plant health. The only treatments used are copper and sulfur, a clear choice of minimal intervention and deep trust in the natural balance of the vineyard. Grapes include Primitivo, Negroamaro, Aleatico, Montepulciano, Aglianico, Trebbiano, Malvasia Bianca and Malvasia Nera.

Winemaking approach

The same philosophy of respect that guides vineyard work is fully reflected in the cellar. Grapes undergo spontaneous fermentations, without the use of selected yeasts or chemical additives. The goal is to enhance the territorial identity, allowing the wine to express itself freely and without constraints. No sulfites or enological corrections are added, highlighting the desire to create pure wines that mirror the grapes and the calcareous, stony soils of Gioia del Colle. Each wine becomes a liquid narrative of the landscape, delivering authenticity, minerality, and freshness.

Territory and identity

The beating heart of Masseria La Cattiva is the land of Primitivo di Gioia del Colle, an area with an ideal microclimate and privileged location at about 280 meters above sea level. The calcareous and stony soils give the wines their acidity, freshness, and distinctive minerality. The choice to minimize interventions in both vineyard and cellar is not just a production method, but an act of faith in the potential of this unique territory. In every bottle lies the will to preserve spontaneity, enhance biodiversity, and offer a wine that truthfully tells its origin. Masseria La Cattiva is not just about producing wine, but about safeguarding and delivering the soul of the most authentic Apulia.