Natural wine has no uniform definition. It is a general term used to describe artisanal wine made using organically and/or biodynamically grown hand-picked grapes which are vinified with little or no intervention. Winemakers often rely on indigenous yeast to catalyse natural fermentation, avoiding the use of any chemicals, additives or sulphites.
The result is wine which is alive, energetic, vibrant and unexpected – a welcomed contrast to the industrial practices of the wine industry.
Name of Estate/Domaine
Azienda Agricola Donati Camillo
Vintage
2019
Tasting Notes
It is a manifesto to freedom and joy. Rosé from Barbera harvested 20 days earlier than the red version, obtained by draining only before pressing, without maceration on the skins. A wine that escapes time and its climate change, the canons of phenolic maturation (harvested with good acidity and not excessive sugar content for fermentation in the bottle) and gives lightness and light-heartedness. Creamy and fine bubble, never invasive for a companion glass.
*Natural wines are suitable for Vegans & Vegetarians
Country & Region
Italy - Emilia-Romagna
Grape/Blend
100% Barbera
Terroir
Humid subtropical climate that is mild with no dry season, constantly moist (year-round rainfall).
Viticulture:
They cultivate 11 ha of vines (7 of which they own as Tenuta S. Andrea and 4 which are leased at Tenuta Bottazza) using organic and biodynamic practices.
Vinification
Manual harvested
Fermented with skin contact
Indigenous yeast
Ambient ferment
No filtration
No fining
Food Pairing
It goes well with our typical cured meats (salami, ham, cooked shoulder, pancetta, etc.); as mentioned above it also goes very well with risotto, vegetable and tomato pasta, and second courses of white meats; excellent, "superlative" with pizza
