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.
Winemaker's Notes
In the glass, the wine is an intense ruby red, with a vinous aroma, a dry, pleasantly bitter taste in which there are recurrent hints of dog roses and in which the fruitiness is successfully wedded to the tang of tannin.
Country & Region
Italy - Piemonte
Vintage
2010
Grapes
Barbera 80%, Moretto 20%
Vinification
- Added sulphites: no
- Filtration: No
- Maceration: no
- Stabilization: No
- Malolactic: Yes, spontaneous
- Aging: 1 year in large wooden barrels
Food Pairing
Best enjoyed with slow cooked dishes with beans.
Serving Tips
We recommend serving red wines at 16-18°C (60-65°F). This can be achieved by opening the wine and putting it into the fridge 15 min before serving it.
