COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Falanghina
PRODUCER
Il Raduno delle Streghe
REGION
Campania
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Il Raduno delle Streghe is an artisanal collaborative project masterminded by Michael Schmelzer, the highly acclaimed winemaker and owner of the biodynamic Tuscan estate Monte Bernardi. Sourced from the province of Benevento in Campania, Southern Italy, this wine represents a bridge between the region's volcanic terroir and low-intervention winemaking. The name, which translates to 'The Gathering of the Witches,' pays homage to local folklore designating Benevento as a historic gathering place for European witches who allegedly danced around a sacred walnut tree along the Sabato River.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Il Raduno delle Streghe' translates to 'The Gathering of the Witches,' referencing Benevento's history as a legendary pagan hub.
Fact 02
The wine is a secret project of Michael Schmelzer, the highly acclaimed winemaker behind Tuscany's biodynamic Monte Bernardi estate.
Fact 03
Crafted from 100% Falanghina grapes grown on limestone and volcanic soils, balancing southern warmth with cooling sea breezes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process emphasizes minimal intervention to preserve the pure regional character of the Falanghina grape. Grapes are harvested by hand from organic vineyards situated on limestone, clay, and volcanic soils. Fermentation is carried out spontaneously using native yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, completely avoiding oak contact and malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged briefly on its fine lees to build subtle texture before being bottled unfined and with minimal filtration.
