This is our first step toward single-varietal vinification (100% from 2019) of Marzemino. We consider it 'our' red grape variety. Not necessarily the best, trendiest, or easiest to sell, but the one that best represents us—growing red grapes here, on limestone, in a cool area. Partly due (or thanks) to the Republic of Venice, which brought it to Vallecamonica centuries ago. We didn’t choose it—it chose us. Around those vineyards, there’s still a lot of old Marzemino cultivated by the elders—both my grandfathers had it. I carry it forward. It’s the grape we feel is home. If you're looking for trendy grapes, look elsewhere. It’s honest, clean, sincere, and—this little corner of Vallecamonica, in our opinion. 2018 was a particularly happy vintage, still leaning toward freshness—how could it be otherwise?

Videt also contains a portion of 'noble' rot grapes. We believe that with at least 10% noble, as long as the climate allows, Riesling can fully express itself. In 2022, we went above 10% because all the noble went into Videt. A hot and dry year compared to our usual, especially in July and August. Cooler from September to mid-October—then came an unusual warm return. The climate is changing even here, and we’ve noticed it. It forced us to harvest everything without aiming for more noble rot—it wasn’t possible. A warm, powerful vintage balanced by the autumn freshness of Cemmo in Vallecamonica. PS: 2021 was its opposite—very fresh, lots of noble rot. Worth the wait. PPS: We have a public weather station and 2022 is our first certified organic vintage. We like to share and don’t like to claim things we can’t prove.

With MAT 2020 we reached about 70/80% noble rot, selected only from what we consider our highest quality vineyards. The aromatic complexity of the raw material surprised us already in the field—the wine is simply the result. We can’t fully describe it—you’ll have to taste it. Just know that every MAT is unique. Noble vintages must and should yield unique pieces every year. 2020 has an advantage: it’s one of the most immediately enjoyable vintages—but that doesn’t mean it lacks longevity. PS: beyond ripe grapes, just before rot, there is noble rot. It happens in few places, and we believe it’s worth the risk to harvest it. Drink it now or wait as long as you like.

This is the first traditional method sparkling from 2020—GIU (the first), INTE (from 2020). Fleshy, fresh, with the ruggedness of the land, complexity from grape ripening, and great drinkability. It’s a PAS DOSÉ. We made that decision day by day in 2020, managing the vineyard, then choosing the right harvest moment—seeking balance between freshness and ripeness. But ultimately, it was the 2020 vintage that made the call. In the cellar, we simply respected the grapes we harvested. For those interested: 36 months on lees, disgorged in March 2024, estate-grown grapes from a single vineyard, 100% 2020 vintage, and 30 mg/L total sulfites.

This is the second traditional method sparkling from 2019—the freshest sparkling we could make from that vineyard in 2019. DOI (the second release), DISNOF (from 2019). Soil and climate met in the noblest press fractions, aged 48 months on lees and one and a half years after disgorgement. It’s technically an EXTRA BRUT—0.5 grams dosage, imperceptible but present. This is the vineyard’s second soul. If GIU represents the balance between freshness and ripeness, DOI is vibrancy, elegance, and complexity. It’s the most anticipated and hard-earned. It’s up to you to decide whether this wine is just ambition or the real potential to achieve it.

We could tell you that Marzemino is ideal for traditional method sparkling—it’s genetically low in tannin, rich in spice, a late grape on limestone in a late area. But the truth is, in 2021 a hailstorm badly hit our Marzemino. Without healthy foliage, there was no way we’d harvest it ripe in late October to make a red. So this wine was born—a plan B, harvested on October 22nd, still vibrant with acidity. Direct press, and done. Sure, it can be good as you like, but to us, Marzemino is red—and this wine is a plan B. Fewer than 700 bottles, due to hail. Well made, but still a plan B. Unfortunately, it will be repeated in 2023 for similar reasons.