S-Cett 2023 Santa Lucia Biodinamica

S-Cètt 2023 – Rubicone Sangiovese IGT

A pure, uncompromising Sangiovese – with zero added sulphites

S-Cètt 2023 is the most radical and unfiltered expression of Sangiovese from Tenuta Biodinamica Santa Lucia. Grown in the “Taibo” vineyard at 250 meters above sea level, this wine reflects a will to show Sangiovese in its purest, most direct form. The name – raw and rooted in local dialect – evokes a strong, honest connection to the land. It is crafted without the use of added sulphites at any stage of the winemaking process, a bold and precise choice that demands both care and deep understanding of the living material.

Biodynamic agriculture and deep listening to nature

The “Taibo” vineyard, planted in 2000 with a density of 6,300 vines per hectare, is cultivated entirely according to biodynamic principles. Soil health, biodiversity and vine vitality are prioritised. The grapes are hand-picked in mid-September, earlier than other cuvées, to preserve natural acidity and phenolic balance. Selection is strict: only the healthiest, most expressive bunches are harvested, ideal for a wild fermentation without chemical aids or added sulphites.

Natural vinification, minimal intervention

S-Cètt is a wine of transparency and vitality, fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks, with no added sulphites throughout vinification and ageing. A gentle extraction and controlled temperature safeguard the varietal character. This zero-sulphite process allows the wine to fully reflect the vintage, the soil, and the work in the vineyard – nothing is masked, nothing is corrected.

Electric freshness and territorial energy

S-Cètt 2023 shows a deep ruby red hue. On the nose, crunchy red fruit takes the lead – cherry, raspberry, with a lively, slightly earthy tone. On the palate, it’s linear, bright, and driven by an electric acidity, finishing with a savoury, precise balance. A vibrant, natural Sangiovese with no compromises – ideal for lovers of honest wines with energy and edge.

Technical sheet

• Designation: Rubicone Sangiovese IGT

• Vintage: 2023

• Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese

• Vineyard location: Taibo – Mercato Saraceno (FC), Italy

• Altitude: 250 m a.s.l.

• Exposure: North-south

• Training system: Guyot

• Plant density: 6,300 vines/ha

• Yield per vine: 1.5 kg

• Soil: Brown clay and silt with high stone content

• Harvest: Hand-picked in small crates – mid September

• Vinification: Wild fermentation in stainless steel, no added sulphites

• Ageing: In steel and bottle

• Alcohol content: 14% vol

• Serving temperature: 18 °C

• Ageing potential: 8–10 years

• Best drinking window: Peaks after 2 years

Tenuta Biodinamica Santa Lucia

A story of land, family, and courageous choices

Tenuta Santa Lucia was founded in the late 1960s in the heart of Romagna, in Mercato Saraceno, in the upper Savio Valley. A hilly area rich in history and rural traditions, where winemaking has always been part of the local identity. The estate stretches across 100 hectares, 15 of which are planted with vines at 250 meters above sea level. Initially, farming was broad and self-sufficient: cereals, meat, dairy, fruit, and wine. But in the late 1990s, a decisive and bold step was taken: Santa Lucia chose to specialize in viticulture, following a clear vision rooted in identity and regional authenticity.

Agriculture as listening: biodynamic philosophy and respect for nature

Led by Paride Benedetti, the estate immediately embraced a non-industrial, ethical approach to farming. At its core is deep respect for the land and the varieties that grow naturally. The goal is not just to make wine, but to cultivate harmony between humans, nature, and landscape, rediscovering an ancient balance that feels revolutionary today. Only organic and biodynamic methods are used, rejecting chemicals and technological shortcuts. The vines are carefully followed through the seasons, listening to the soil’s living energy, avoiding any aggressive intervention.

Wines as pure expressions of the territory

In the cellar, every decision aims to preserve the fruit’s identity and the spirit of the terroir. No shortcuts, no compromises. Native grapes are at the heart of everything: Sangiovese, Albana, Famoso, Centesimino—ancient varieties that have adapted for centuries to these hills. Winemaking is minimalist, transparent, and non-intrusive: spontaneous fermentations, native yeasts, balanced aging, and no chemical corrections. The result is honest, vibrant wines that speak the language of their land. Each bottle reflects a single idea: Romagna, authentic and unfiltered.

A cultural resistance to homogenization

Santa Lucia is more than a winery: it is a cultural outpost. In a world driven by industrial globalization, the estate defends small-scale agriculture, biodiversity, and human relationships. Defending native grapes, protecting the land, and creating value locally are acts of resistance and responsibility. Wine becomes not just a product, but a liquid narrative, keeping the memory of landscapes and communities alive. Santa Lucia proves that another kind of winemaking is possible—and that it can be deeply modern without ever losing its soul.