A Piccoli Passi 2021 Podere Sassi

A Piccoli Passi 2021 Podere Sassi – Lazio IGT

Wine Overview

A Piccoli Passi 2021 is a natural white wine from Podere Sassi in Tarano, Lazio, made from Malvasia del Lazio and Trebbiano Giallo grapes. The wine undergoes a long two-week skin maceration, giving it structure, intense aromas, and a vibrant personality. Aging in cement tanks on fine lees for 7 months preserves freshness, elegance, and minerality, making this white a true expression of the Sabini Mountains and the surrounding Lazio hills.

History and Terroir

Podere Sassi is located among the Sabine hills at around 300 meters above sea level, where clay, sand, and silt soils add complexity to the wines. The vineyards are trained with the Guyot system and farmed manually, respecting biodiversity and sustainability. Grapes for A Piccoli Passi are hand-harvested to produce a natural wine that tells the story of the territory and the artisanal approach of the winery.

Vineyard Philosophy and Winemaking

Podere Sassi follows a fully artisanal and natural approach. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, with no added selected yeasts or additives. The long two-week maceration and cement aging enhance floral and fruity notes, giving the wine body and structure while preserving freshness and authenticity.

Tasting Notes

A Piccoli Passi 2021 shows a deep golden yellow color, bright and luminous. On the nose, it offers complex aromas of ripe fruit, white flowers, and subtle mineral hints. The palate is rich, structured, and savory, with a balance between softness and freshness that makes it versatile and harmonious. The finish is long and persistent, with floral and fruity echoes that highlight the personality of the terroir.

Food Pairings

Thanks to its structure and freshness, A Piccoli Passi 2021 pairs beautifully with baked or grilled fish, shellfish, and seafood. It is also excellent with fresh cheeses and flavorful vegetarian dishes. Its mineral character and elegance make it perfect for lunches, dinners, and mindful tastings, enhancing both simple and more elaborate recipes.

Technical Sheet

• Producer: Podere Sassi

• Vintage: 2021

• Appellation: Lazio IGT

• Grapes: 50% Malvasia del Lazio, 50% Trebbiano Giallo

• Alcohol: 12%

• Bottle size: 0.75 l

• Altitude: 300 m a.s.l.

• Soil: clay, sand, silt

• Harvest: hand-picked, late September

• Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, 2-week skin maceration

• Aging: cement for 7 months on fine lees

• Added sulfites: none

• Allergens: contains sulfites

• Serving temperature: 10–12 °C

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Podere Sassi – Tarano, Rieti

Company History

Podere Sassi is located in Tarano (Rieti), Lazio, on the western edge of the Sabini Mountains, sheltered by the Lazio pre-Apennines and bordering Umbria. The estate was born from a passion for the land and the desire to enhance the local territory. The vineyards grow on soils rich in history, with layers of clay, sand, and silt from the Plio-Pleistocene era, giving each wine a deep sense of place.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vines at Podere Sassi grow at about 300 m above sea level, with roots deeply anchored in mineral-rich soils. Vineyard management is entirely manual and respects nature, emphasizing biodiversity, natural balance, and soil health. All vineyard practices are chemical-free, following the natural rhythms of the plants and seasons.

Winemaking Approach

Winemaking is completely natural, with spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts, no temperature control, and no added enzymes or commercial yeasts. Wines are unfiltered, preserving purity, freshness, and aromatic integrity. This method produces honest wines that faithfully reflect the terroir and the vintage.

Wine Characteristics

Podere Sassi wines are expressions of a unique territory, showcasing profiles ranging from mineral freshness to complex fruit and floral notes. Each bottle tells the story of the vineyard, the land, and the care of the winemakers, resulting in authentic and easily recognizable natural wines.