Castello di Tassarolo - Monferrato Orsola RED 2023 750ML DOC (13.5% ABV)

female run estate, p.o.c. winemaker

Massimiliana works closely with their enologist Vincenzo Muni to make the wines in the cantina. Together they have developed a method of making white wines without any added sulfur and without oxidative properties, a difficult feat for many involved in Natural Winemaking. They attribute much of their success in this endeavor to the health of the soil and grapes afforded by their biodynamic work.

Certified organic (Bios, since 2006) and biodynamic (Agri BioDinamica, since 2007), USDA Organic and Vegan.

Grapes: Barbera (dominant), Cabernet Sauvignon

Vineyard: Selected vineyards in the Municipality of Tassarolo (Gavi DOCG production area, Piemonte). Marley, silty-clay soil, 300 meters above sea level, worked by horses. Estate-owned, certified biodynamic (AgriBioDinamica)

Making of: Hand harvest. The grapes are crushed and undergo classic maceration and fermentation in tanks with indigenous yeast only, for 15 days. 6 months on lees in stainless steel. Light filtration, no fining. No added sulfites. 

Dark Ruby red color with garnet tinges. Heady aroma with scents of ripe fruit, spicy 

smooth, silky, and wonderful weeknight warrior from Piemonte, Italy. 

+ GRAPES: 70% Barbera + 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Certified organic and biodynamic growing. Super clean. 

+ PROFILE: Dry, but juicy. Medium-plus body. Plush cocoa-dusted cherry, brambly berries and a lightly spicy finish. A wonderful selection for lovers of fuller-bodied reds and Cabs. Perfect for pizza night, or all on its own.

+ FUNDAMENTALS: All stainless steel winemaking. Wild yeast. No fining, just a light filtration. Zero added sulfites. 

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