An airtight, neutral container for fermentation before bottling. Winemakers believe S.S. aging “allows the grapes to speak without any influence of wood”. Terroir is also revealed, for complex, yet not overly complicated wine. Like homemade vegetable soup, many wines taste better when flavors are left on their own to develop & evolve. S.S. aging produces wines with fruit forward aromas and a fresh, crisp taste.

What is Terroir? Why Is It Important?

Terroir-(Tear-Waaah) the French word for a sense of place.

Includes climate, geology, proximity to water, sun exposure. It refers to wine (and olive oil). A fusion of living organisms from 1 location revealed in aromas & flavors. Giving wine its “personality;” earthy, fruity, spicy, or minerally.

Climate change affects vineyard terroir. As cool climate areas in Northern Europe and the U.K. experience rising temperatures, different terroir & wine varietals emerge. While warmer regions, like Italy, experience more drought, floods, & hailstorms. Winemakers must adapt their methods. Shifting to earlier harvest periods, adjusting production methods to nurture vineyard health & protect the terroir.

Ever wonder what makes wine or food organic? We sat down with our talented partner producer Luca Nesi to learn about organic wine, sustainable food & life in Montespertoli, Italy.  

At Villa Graziella we love to learn from our fans & friends; their thoughts on wine, food pairing & more. Our “1 on 1 With Wine” conversations are with passionate home cooks & professional chefs alike. They inspire us with their quest for healthy, delicious food paired with wonderful wine. We recently sat down with the very talented fashion stylist Noelle where she shared her ideas on sustainability & why she chooses organic wine.