Puddinga 2020 Vecchio Poggio

Puddinga 2020 – Il Vecchio Poggio

The Cabernet rooted in stone, aged in amphora

In the vineyard: patience and limestone

Cabernet Sauvignon vines grow among the dry winds and stony soils of Ciociaria, deeply rooted in the ancient limestone known as “Puddinga”, which gives this wine its name. It’s a demanding terroir that rewards care and humility. Farming here is manual, natural and instinctive, guided by the seasons and a deep respect for the land. There’s no herbicide use, pruning is careful, and yields are kept low — allowing the vineyard to speak for itself.

In the cellar: time and matter

Harvested at full ripeness, the grapes ferment spontaneously in open vats, with 10–12 days of maceration and daily manual punchdowns. After completing malolactic fermentation in steel, the wine is moved to Tava amphorae, where it rests for two years without interference. The amphora isn’t just a vessel — it’s a symbol of essentiality and integrity, echoing the stone that surrounds the roots. The result is a deep, vibrant wine that proudly resists standardization.

Tasting notes

Deep ruby red color with garnet hints.
On the nose, it offers complex notes of wild berries, Mediterranean herbs, leather and balsamic tones.
On the palate, it’s fresh, firm and vertical, with refined tannins and a long, harmonious finish.

Tech sheet

• Grape variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

• Vintage: 2020

• Fermentation: spontaneous, 10–12 days maceration

• Aging: 24 months in Tava amphorae

• Sulphites: minimal addition

• Filtering: none

• Alcohol: 13.5% vol

• Production: artisanal, small batch

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