Dinavolo Rosso 2019 Denavolo

Dinavolo Rosso: A powerful and complex wine, expression of the Piacenza terroir

Dinavolo Rosso is a red wine born from the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation, crafted by Giulio Armani with an authentic and natural philosophy. Grown on a land rich in history, this wine strongly conveys its connection to the Colli Piacentini. Its elegance, intense aromatic profile, and robust structure make it a true gem for lovers of complex and character-driven red wines.

In the vineyard: a unique terroir and natural farming

The grapes for Dinavolo Rosso come from high-altitude vineyards in the Colli Piacentini, where calcareous and clay soils contribute to producing high-quality fruit. The cultivation is fully natural, with no use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Each bunch is hand-harvested to ensure only the finest grapes are selected. The altitude and cool climate allow for slow ripening, preserving acidity and enhancing aromatic complexity.

In the cellar: traditional vinification and wood aging

Dinavolo Rosso is made following a process that honors tradition while embracing innovation. Fermentation is spontaneous, using only native yeasts, with no selected yeast added. The wine undergoes extended skin contact maceration, extracting depth and a solid structure. Aging takes place in wooden barrels, which add further complexity and finesse. In line with the winery’s philosophy, there are no additives, and the wine is not filtered.

Tasting profile: rich, structured, with spicy notes

In the glass, Dinavolo Rosso reveals a deep ruby red color with violet hues. On the nose, it opens with ripe red fruit, like cherry and plum, layered with spices, black pepper, tobacco, and a hint of licorice. On the palate, it’s rich and structured, with a vibrant acidity that balances the full body. The finish is long and enveloping, with persistent fruit and spicy nuances.

Food pairings and serving temperature

Ideal with red meats, braised dishes, stews, aged cheeses, and traditional Emilian cuisine. Serve at 18–20°C to fully enjoy its complexity and depth.

Technical sheet

• Grape variety: Blend of local red grapes

• Production area: Colli Piacentini – Emilia-Romagna

• Soil: Calcareous and clay

• Farming: Natural, uncertified

• Fermentation: Spontaneous with native yeasts

• Maceration: Prolonged with skins

• Aging: Wooden barrels

• Sulfur: Not added

• Alcohol: 13% vol

• Serving temperature: 18–20 °C

• Pairings: Red meat, braised dishes, aged cheeses, traditional Emilian cuisine

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Denavolo by Giulio Armani: the artisanal soul of the Colli Piacentini

Denavolo is the winery founded in 2005 by Giulio Armani, a charismatic figure in Italian natural wine and longtime winemaker at the nearby La Stoppa estate. Located in Travo, on the Colli Piacentini between the Trebbia and Nure valleys in Emilia-Romagna, the winery embodies a radical and consistent vision of artisanal white wine — an honest expression of altitude, soil, and time.

The vineyards, planted between 350 and 700 meters above sea level on calcareous-clay soils, are farmed naturally, without chemicals or synthetic treatments. Biodiversity is preserved, and every action in the vineyard is guided by deep respect for the environment. In the cellar, Giulio Armani works with spontaneous fermentations, extended skin contact, and avoids any clarification or filtration. His wines, mostly whites from native varieties such as Malvasia di Candia Aromatica, Ortrugo, Marsanne, and Trebbiano, are deep, textural, slightly oxidative, and capable of fascinating evolution.

Denavolo means living wine — dynamic, wild, and free from convention. Each bottle reflects the spirit of a place and the intuition of a winemaker in total harmony with nature.