COLOUR
Orange
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Falanghina 60%, Chardonnay 30%, Fiano 10%
PRODUCER
Valentina Passalacqua
REGION
Puglia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Nù Litr Orange is a natural orange wine from Puglia, Italy, produced by Valentina Passalacqua. Part of her 'Progetto Calcarius' and 'Nù Litr' series, it aims to deliver fresh, drinkable wines that express the unique terroir of her estate. The vineyards are situated in Apricena, within the Gargano National Park, characterized by significant limestone deposits. The wine is bottled in a 1-liter format, emphasizing its accessible and shareable nature. Valentina Passalacqua transitioned from a legal career to winemaking, guided by a philosophy of minimal intervention, organic, and biodynamic practices, seeking to create wines that are 'full of life!' The branding for the 'Calcarius' project specifically references the calcium-rich soil through chemical symbols.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Nù Litr' means 'A New Liter' in local dialect, highlighting its larger bottle size.
Fact 02
The 'Calcarius' project branding features Calcium's atomic number (20) and weight (40.08).
Fact 03
Valentina left a law career to pursue her passion for winemaking on her family's land.
Fact 04
This orange wine is made with a blend of white grapes: Falanghina, Chardonnay, and Fiano.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Nù Litr Orange is crafted using a blend of Falanghina (60%), Chardonnay (30%), and Fiano (10%). The Falanghina and Fiano grapes undergo a week of skin maceration, a key step in creating an orange wine, while the Chardonnay is directly pressed. Fermentation is spontaneous, utilizing native yeasts in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine ages for five months in stainless steel, followed by two months of bottle aging before release. The grapes are sourced from the 'C. da Posta Monaca Agro di Apricena' vineyard, known for its Kimmeridgian limestone soils. Viticulture is certified organic and follows biodynamic principles. Grapes are hand-harvested, often picked early to preserve acidity and manage alcohol levels.
