Fattoria del Piccione - Stefano Pasini

• Treatments : Only copper and sulfur-based products permitted in organic farming, biodynamic herbal teas and decoctions of nettle and horsetail, and rock powders (zeolite and kaolin).
• Soil fertility : We distribute the biodynamic pile of sheep manure inoculated with biodynamic herbal preparations, and we also sow green manure in the rows of the vineyard with the following species: field beans, barley, vetch, sulla, squarrous clover, phacelia, wild mustard.
• Additional information regarding viticulture : although not certified, we have been applying the principles of biodynamic agriculture since April 2021, both in the vineyard and in the olive grove (the entire estate), distributing biodynamic preparations, respecting the soil through correct cultivation according to the rhythms of nature and enriching biodiversity by protecting spontaneous flora (oaks, mulberry trees, field maples, blackthorns, willows, brambles, black locust trees) and planting new trees ourselves for the same purpose (cypresses, oaks, stone pines, fruit trees of ancient varieties such as pomegranate, apricot, rowan, mulberry, quince and pear trees, wild pear trees, persimmons, cherry and wild cherry trees, hedge plants such as dog roses, euonymus, sea buckthorn, strawberry tree).
• In the cellar : We vinify in our underground cellar, where wine has been produced for over 140 years.
  The cellar is located five meters underground, in the ancient moat of the Malatesta Castle of San Savino, dating back to the late 15th century. Indigenous yeasts, spontaneous fermentations without temperature control, and natural freshness and humidity give our wines their unique character. No fining, sterile filtration, or oenological additives are used. We use lightweight glass (395 grams) for still wines and do not cap the bottles, for a more eco-friendly packaging. Our wines are certified organic by CCPB.
• Certifications : Organic with CCPB