COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Valle delle Lepri
REGION
Emilia-Romagna
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fidelio 2020 is a Romagna Sangiovese Superiore DOC from Valle delle Lepri, an organic winery located in Coriano, Rimini, Italy. The winery prioritizes nature and sustainability, with a portion of its 6 hectares of vineyards dedicated to hare repopulation. They employ organic farming practices, using only sulfur and copper for vine treatments and avoiding synthetic pesticides. Pruning and harvesting are done by hand, and they utilize green manure with self-produced compost and biodynamic preparations. The wine's name, 'Fidelio,' is inspired by Beethoven's opera, reflecting a dedication to artistry in winemaking. The vineyard, Vigna Grande, was planted in 2004 and is situated at an altitude of 60-90 meters.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard named 'Vigna Grande' planted in 2004.
Fact 02
Winery dedicates land to hare repopulation.
Fact 03
Uses only sulfur and copper for vine treatments.
Fact 04
Name 'Fidelio' inspired by Beethoven's opera.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Fidelio 2020 undergoes spontaneous fermentation in steel tanks, followed by a maceration period of 15-20 days on the skins. The wine is then aged on its lees in semi-exhausted 500-liter French oak barrels. It is bottled unfiltered and unfined, with a modest addition of sulfites. The winery employs certified organic farming practices, including hand pruning and harvesting, green manure, and the use of biodynamic preparations. Treatments on the vines are limited to sulfur and copper.
