A family heritage intertwined with the soul of Italian wine
Some stories about winemakers go beyond just grapes and bottles – they embody traditions, an undeniable passion, and a deep connection to the land. In this edition, we dive into the story of an exceptional producer, where generations of craftsmanship and respect for nature come together to create wines that are both unique and unforgettable. Discover a gem in the world of biodynamic viticulture, where every bottle tells a piece of history.
Location
The wine area consists of 2.5 hectares of terraced vineyards, all located in the Tramonti area. The red vineyards are pergolas, over a hundred years old, pre-phylloxera, and ungrafted: a true spectacle! Tramonti and the places Gete, located in one of the beautiful internal valleys of the Lattari mountains, known as the green heart of the Amalfi coast, are surrounded by about 145 hectares of forest.
Owners
The family has an old history and deep roots in the area, carries out the work as it was in the past, and strengthens the family tradition that is passed down from generation to generation. Luigi Reale started making wine from the grapes of the historic vineyards in 2000. He receives advice and collaborates extensively with the highly renowned oenologist Fortunato Sebastiano, with whom he has built a symbiotic relationship that still exists.
Vineyards
Indigenous, non-grafted vines, grown a few kilometers from the sea, in the beautiful landscape of the charming village of Gete, have found their natural habitat here and benefit from a mild climate all year round.
"In their vineyards, true wonders of nature have been preserved. Hundred-year-old indigenous vines form the basis of the wines. The vineyards consist solely of clay soil and date back to 1929 (Casa De Rosa) and 1920 (Vigna Diana). The subsoil means that we are dealing with very structured wines that can age for a long time with concentrated flavors."
There are only about 1100 plants per hectare, whereas nowadays between four and six thousand is normal; consequently, the yields are extremely low.
Of the red wines Borgo di Gete -most Cardamom 'only 1500 and 5500 bottles are made respectively. Only indigenous yeasts are used and there is an organic certificate available.'
"You can't get much closer to the DNA of Vino Celeste: preserving and continuing biodynamic wine production according to ancient traditions, unique grapes (Tintore), resulting in unique wines and only available in limited quantities."
These are two top wines that you cannot compare with anything else in Italy, and therefore absolutely belong in every wine collection!
Why Azienda Agricola Reale fits with Vino Celeste
The philosophy of Azienda Agricola Reale perfectly aligns with the DNA of Vino Celeste: respect for tradition, a focus on quality, and a passion for biodynamic wine production. Their unique approach and limited production make their wines a valuable addition to our assortment.
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