2020 Marco Carpineti Capolemole Rosso
Do you like showing up to the party with the coolest wine no one’s ever heard of? If so, here is your next wine.
Carpineti is somewhat of a local hero in Lazio. He’s a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture and a champion of the nearly-forgotten local grapes. This is a super interesting Italian summer red to give a try.
Carpineti is certified organic and incorporates biodynamics with a “no-till” philosophy so as to not disrupt the soil.
$27.00
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Marco Carpineti is a pioneer of organic viticulture in Italy and something of a local hero in the Latina province of Lazio, just south of Rome. Marco has experimented with sustainable viticulture since the time of his ascent to the estate’s helm in 1986, and formally converted his family’s storied property to organics in 1994. Carpineti’s philosophy is to focus on lesser-known native varieties such as Bellone and two clones of Greco (locally known as Moro and Giallo), which have almost disappeared from the region, as well as the hyper-local and Nero Buono di Cori. His approach to farming is one of respect for the land, its history, and longevity, incorporating biodynamics and a “no-till” philosophy so as to not disrupt the soil.
The winemaking history of this region dates back to the time of the Romans, who were making wines from Bellone more than 2000 years ago. The climate is ideal for winemaking, with breezes from the sea and the influence of the Lepini mountains contributing to mild conditions, with summers that are hot but not humid, and winters that are cold but without ice or snow. The winemaking incorporates techniques from spontaneous fermentation to cryomaceration, with the goal of creating wines with character, structure, and elegance that express the identity of the region.
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