April 19, 2017 | Eco-Sustainability, Vines, Weather Reports
The wind helped reduce rainfall and saved the vines from another 1997 incident. Read more to see how we transform vines with Mal dell’Esca (Esca disease) into fruitful vines for years to come.
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February 23, 2017 | Eco-Sustainability, Life, Weather Reports
With dry soil from low rainfall, we could use our vineyard technology to remove grass with a feeler to avoid damage to the vines. Read more and view the video.
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October 19, 2016 | Eco-Sustainability
Yesterday we began the olive harvest; like every year, we prefer to start harvesting early so that we can extract a very high quality extra virgin olive oil, high in polyphenols. These are natural antioxidants and not only are they good for the health, but they also... Read more >
October 18, 2016 | Eco-Sustainability, Harvest Reports
The 2016 harvest has concluded. These are the last grapes left to be picked (photo). As we do every year, after the harvest we start turning the soil to air it as it has been compacted by the repeated passages of the machines. We will then proceed seeding the field... Read more >
October 14, 2016 | Eco-Sustainability
During harvest we found a nest (photo above) where a bird had brooded and raised her babies. This is a good sign, as it means that there is a healthy environment that is enjoyed by wild animals. In the meanwhile, the Vin Santo grapes, lying on the straw mats, thanks... Read more >
July 6, 2016 | Eco-Sustainability
The summer continues in Montalcino: temperatures during the day reach 30-32°C (86-90°F) but at night they drop to 18-19°C (64-66°F) . This difference of temperature between day and night is very important for the growth and development grapes. The weather has been... Read more >
