Stefano Bellotti ‘Semplicemente Vino Rosso’
Stefano Bellotti ‘Semplicemente Vino Rosso’ – yet another one of this maverick’s wines that ensures tireless drinkability and comfort. A simple but simply delectable blend of Barbera and Dolcetto; full and sapid yet uncomplicated. The grapes are grown on a limestone and clay mix, fermented in large oak vats and stored in wooden barrels. Initially grappling with one’s nose are a delightful array of red fruits, ripe and vibrant. A wonderful freshness emerges from a wild herbal mid-palette- thyme and sage delicately tickling the tongue. Brooding cracks of black pepper and subtle purple-hued flowers precede the relief of salinity. A lengthy and invigorating finish spreads an inevitable smile across one’s face. In his own words, this is “pasta’s best friend.”
Stefano Bellotti was a pioneer in all respects of the word. Having left Genoa in late adolescence, he returned to the farm bought by his parents post-war in Novi Ligure. At a time when Italy’s agriculture was dominated by chemicalisation and industrialisation, his Cascina degli Ulivi was staunchly rejecting these methods. Completely self-sufficient, he combined his closed vineyard with a plethora of livestock, orchards and grains. By 1981 he was working organically and was introduced to biodynamics in the mid-80s. This is to say that an art of healing was promoted across all vineyards; biodynamic preps were crafted to encourage microbial activity. Furthermore, he developed a rotation system whereby certain rows of vines were left untouched to encourage revitalisation. This is a figure who shall be immortalised by both the charge he led in shifting the axis of Italy’s agriculture and his humble viticultural prowess.
Stefano Bellotti ‘Semplicemente Vino Rosso’ – unfortunately, September 2018 saw the untimely and tragic passing of Stefano Bellotti. His daughter Ilaria has dutifully taken up the mantle and shall undoubtedly continue to maintain the great Bellotti name.
Additional information
Grape | Barbera/Dolcetto |
---|---|
Colour | Red |
Region | Piedmont |
Bottle Size | 75cl |
Style | Red |
Stefano Bellotti ‘Semplicemente Vino Rosso’ –
€27.00
In stock