Artisan wine

How is artisanal wine made?

The Artisanal wine it is much more than a simple drink: it is the result of an approach to the vineyard and the cellar based on respect for the environment, nature and the end customer. This respect is fundamental, without it it would not be possible to produce authentic artisanal wine.

But how exactly is artisanal wine made? It all starts from the meticulous care of the vineyard, where the producers treat every single bunch with love and dedication. No artificial irrigation, as this practice would dilute the body and aromatics of the wine. Each bunch is selected manually, and the yields per hectare are deliberately low, varying from 20 to 60 quintals per hectare. This approach allows us to obtain grapes of exceptional quality, preserving the organoleptic characteristics of the vine and the territory as much as possible.

In the cellar, the philosophy does not change: the producers use exclusively the natural yeasts present on the grape skin and in the environment of the cellar itself. These native yeasts, found on walls, barrels and pipes, start spontaneous fermentation, giving the wine authentic characteristics and an extraordinary sensation of authenticity. Unlike industrial wines, loaded with chemicals and produced mechanically, artisanal wine does not undergo clarification or filtration. When sulfur is added, the quantity is minimal, often not even necessary thanks to the substances naturally present in the grape skin. Each bottle of artisanal wine is, therefore, a unique expression of the grape variety, the hand of the producer and the territory from which it comes.

How we select the artisanal wine cellars we offer!

Our selection of artisanal wine producers is the result of a rigorous and passionate process. We visit the cellars several times over a period of months, taste their wines both from the tank and in the bottle and ask them to tell us about their philosophy. We carefully examine their approach to the vineyard, evaluating practices such as the use of copper sulfur. While the regulations for organic farming allow up to 4 kg per hectare, we only choose those who use less than 2 kg or even completely renounce artificial treatments.

Furthermore, we collaborate with industry experts, such as Annamaria Corrù of Tannina.it, whose blog is a precious resource for discovering new realities. Thanks to constant research and a passion for artisanal wine, we are able to offer only producers who best embody the values of quality and authenticity. This selection allows us to guarantee our customers an artisanal wine of the highest level, the result of dedication and love for nature.

Let’s dispel the myth that artisanal wine is expensive

More and more people are choosing artisanal wine, recognizing its value and unique characteristics. However, it is important to clarify its price, often mistakenly considered “expensive”.

The difference between “expensive” and “expensive” is fundamental. An expensive product has a high price compared to its real value, while an expensive product has a higher price, but fully justified by the quality offered. Artisanal wine falls into the second category: its price, higher than that of industrial wines, reflects the care and attention with which it is produced.

The production costs of artisanal wine

Behind every bottle of artisanal wine there are costs that derive not only from materials but also from human work, a central element in every phase of production.

• Materials: The cap, bottle and label can significantly impact the final cost. An eco-sustainable cork stopper can cost up to 2 euros, while eco-friendly bottles often cost more than one euro. Even the label, if well designed, can cost a euro or more.
• Work in the vineyard: A well-tended vineyard does not require chemical interventions or irrigation, but a lot of attention to maintain a healthy ecosystem. The harvest, strictly manual, requires a great deal of workers to carefully select each bunch. Furthermore, the deliberately low yields allow us to obtain superior quality grapes.
• Work in the cellar: The absence of chemical additives makes fermentation a delicate and risky process. At the slightest mistake, the wine may not ferment properly, causing significant economic losses. Despite this, artisan producers rely on nature, guaranteeing an authentic product.

The price of artisanal wine

Artisanal wine costs on average 25% more than industrial wines, but this difference is fully justified by the quality of the product. When you buy an artisanal wine, you choose an authentic product, free of chemistry and the result of careful work, as opposed to industrial wines, which are often wine surrogates.

In conclusion, artisanal wine represents a conscious and sustainable choice, capable of enhancing traditions and the connection with the territory. Each bottle contains passion, dedication and respect for nature. Long live artisanal wine and its producers!