Who: The Gabellini family

Where: Bertinoro, Forlì-Cesena • Romagna - Italy

Founded: 1962

Orientation: southern exposure

Land: 12 hectares, 200 meters above sea level

Average age of the vines: 25 years

Soil: Spungone,a particular type of calcareous sandstone rock

Training System: Guyot

Grapes: Albana + Sangiovese

Appellation: Albana docg - Albana Amphera igt - Sangiovese doc

Viticulture: Organic - dry farmed

Harvest: by hand

Annual Production:

The Gabellini family moved from inland Romagna to Bertinoro and, in 1962, purchased the land with Sangiovese and Albana vineyards, then bush trained. They always considered wine an important part of the farming tradition, and serving it on the table meant sharing one’s love and pride in the fruits of one’s labor with guests. Even back then, it was not just refreshments but a way of uniting people and spending quality time together.

They have always believed in organic farming, which they have practiced with certification since 1999. No chemical insecticides are used on the crops, preserving public health. That of the vines themselves enable each vineyard to maintain its natural equilibrium, aromas intact, vibrant colors, and enveloping harmonious atmosphere.

For The Gabellini's, wine is a tradition and passion that permanently binds them to the land. They firmly believe that the history, experience, dedication, and professionalism of the people who work it all come together in the quality and character of the wines it produces, making them unique.

The Spungone, from the dialect spugnò or spungò for its “spongy” aspect, is a particular type of calcareous sandstone rock that shapes the surrounding hills and that influences the geology of the territory and the local agriculture, in particular the wine and oil production.

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The Spungone, from the dialect spugnò or spungò for its “spongy” aspect, is a particular type of calcareous sandstone rock that shapes the surrounding hills and that influences the geology of the territory and the local agriculture, in particular the wine and oil production. 〰️

TENUTA LA VIOLA | ‘Frangipane’

Romagna Albana Secco DOCG

Fresh, bits of saline, herbaceous, mouthwatering- a classic wine

GRAPE: 100% Abana
APPELLATION: Romagna Albana Secco DOCG
ALTITUDE: 200 meters above sea level Exposure:
VINEYARD: grapes come from vineyards estate owned in San Martino, 4 500 vines per hectare, duplex system
HECTARES: 1.27 hectares- west Harvesting:
HARVEST: at the beginning of September, after a careful selection in the vineyards, the grapes are hand-picked and carried to the cellar in small cases

YIELD: 6 000 l per hectare
VINIFICATION: alcoholic fermentation without the skins under controlled temperature
MATURATION: on the fine lees for five months
PRODUCTION: 1 110 bottles

To the family, this wine is a return to the past when the Albana was the main grape variety vinified in their Estate. “Frangipane” is the name of the Countess of Bertinoro, “Aldruda Frangipane” famous for her heroic participation in the defense of Ancona under siege by the German imperial troops. Frangipane is a fresh and flavorful wine. The color is pale, a sign of a wine grape's early ripening. His acidity and flavor give it a pleasant drinkability.

“89 Tenuta La Viola 2020 Frangipane Albana Romagna

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— Wine Enthusiast Magazine

TENUTA LA VIOLA | ‘IN TERRA BIANCO’

IGT FORLI BIANCO

Caratteristiche organolettiche: InTerra is an ancestral wine

GRAPE: 100% Abana
APPELLATION: Igt Forlì Bianco Vineyards
ALTITUDE: 200 meters above sea level Exposure:
VINEYARD: grapes come from vineyards estate owned in San Martino, 4 500 vines per hectare, duplex system

HECTARES: 1.27 hectares- west Harvesting:
HARVEST: at the beginning of September, after a careful selection in the vineyards, the grapes are hand-picked and carried to the cellar
YIELD: 6 000 l per hectare
VINIFICATION: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maceration on the skins for 5 m. in 400 and 300 liters Georgian amphoras
MATURATION: on the fine lees for five months
TASTE/BOUQUET: The nose perceives aromas due to long maceration. The palate is alive, dense, and full-bodied with a strong tannic but pleasant. Vibrating the final with its austere fruit.
PRODUCTION: 752 bottles

This wine comes from the desire to make wine just as the families in the area did in the past. With the progression of winemaking, it is essential not to abandon and forget the past years but rather embrace and smartly work with the knowledge that time has given. Interra Bianco is an ancestral wine capable of reconciling our present with the past. The nose perceives aromas due to long maceration. The palate is alive, dense, and full-bodied with strong pleasant tannins and austere fruit.

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89 points Tenuta La Viola 2020 InTerra Albana Romagna”

— Wine Enthusiast Magazine

ABOUT THE ROMAGNA ALBANA DOC (In respect to the following wines)

Region: Emilia RomagnaBHistory: Established as a DOC in 1967; became a DOCG as Albana di Romagna in 1987; name changed to Romagna Albana in 2011

Vineyard Area: 211 ha / 521 acres (2018)

Production: 5,370 hl / 59,670 cases (2018)

Principal White Grape Varieties: Albana

IT’S THE LAW

WHITE WINES: Bianco (Wh, WhSw): Minimum 95% Albana + OAWG

Significant Production Rules: Minimum alcohol level: 12.0% for Bianco secco; 12.5%

ODDONE, DOC

Denomination: Romagna Sangiovese Superiore DOC

Vine growing: 5 000 vines per hectare, cordon spur trained

Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese, 10-15 years old on average

Altitude: 100-200 meters above sea level

Exposure: south-east, west

Harvesting: from early September after a careful selection in the vineyards;

Yield: 6 000 l per hectare

Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats under controlled temperature with repeated crushing for 10 - 14 days

Maturation: entirely in steel

Refining: in bottle for at least 3 months

This wine was born about in 2005, from the idea that it is not always necessary to drink a complex, structured wine, but that simplicity and agreeability are perfect characteristics for certain lighthearted or relaxing occasions. An easy ruby-red wine with typical cherry berry goodness and flowery notes of spring violets. Dried red beach roses and fruit. A delicious and fresh everyday wine that is reliable like your best friend.

Production: 24 000 bottles

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“87 points
Tenuta La Viola 2020 Superiore Oddone Sangiovese Romagna”

— Wine Enthusiast Magazine

IL COLOMBARONE SANGIOVESE ROMAGNA DOC

This wine perfectly represents la Viola, made by harvesting grapes from middle-aged vines. This cru of Sangiovese was the estate’s first production in 1998, and it is the ideal wine for introducing friends to this grape variety. The label depicts “via Colombarone” which rises from the plains up to the hill of Bertinoro, surrounded by vineyards. Il Colombarone is bright ruby-red in color with violet nuances; intense and expressive aromas of bright cherry fruit supported by elegant violet, hints of spice and minerals . Full and rich on the palate, with zestful, juicy fruit; rich and persistent, savory and tasty. Harmonious and well-balanced.

Denomination: Romagna Sangiovese Superiore DOC

Vineyards: grapes come from the following small vineyards: Vigna del Re; Vigna di Paolo: all estate-owned

Vineyard area: Vigna del Re 1.2 hectares; Vigna di Paolo 1.5 hectares

Vine growing: 5 000 vines per hectare, cordon spur trained

Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese, 15 years old on average

Altitude: 100 meters above sea level Exposure: south-east

Harvesting: after a careful selection in the vineyards, the grapes are hand-picked and carried to the cellar in September

Yield: 4 500 l per hectare

Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel vats under controlled temperature with repeated crushing for 14 - 21 days

Maturation: 55% in steel; 45% in barriques for about 6 months

Refining: in bottle for at least 8 months

Production: 14 000 bottles