The charm of the SEPTEMBER HARVEST, a ritual to create characteristic wines!

Have you ever wondered how much the harvest influences wines?

Autumn is knocking on the doors and with it comes one of the most anticipated events in the world of wine, the grape harvest.

This is the period in which this incredible harvest moment begins, in which farmers and winemakers work with passion and dedication to obtain grapes of exceptional quality.

In fact, the harvest is particularly significant, since the grapes harvested in this period bring with them distinctive characteristics, as the grapes develop unique aromas and flavors thanks to the moment in which they are harvested.

An example is obviously the Cinqueterre Sciacchetrà Doc of La Polenza , this type of wine is strongly influenced by the harvest and treatment method, in fact the grapes after a heroic harvest dry in the open air, facing the sea, to create those qualities that have made Sciacchetrà famous throughout the world.

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What are the most characteristic harvests?

Certainly the harvest to produce Sciacchetrà is one of the oenological treasures of Liguria, this delicious wine is produced only in the Cinque Terre, in Liguria, right here this harvest has its roots over the centuries.

Legend has it that in the past some populations divided by internal struggles asked for the mediation of a hermit, he asked for a gift of some bunches of grapes from both factions, some time later the wise man offered them a cup of wine so good that it amazed everyone, bringing to the unions of all populations in struggle.

In addition to the legend on a practical level, the process requires patience and dedication since the grapes must be harvested manually, a truly heroic viticulture given the characteristics of the soil, this traditional method guarantees the highest quality of the grapes, essential to obtain a Sciacchetrà of unparalleled quality .

After the harvest there is a natural drying process, this means that the grapes are left to dry in the open air, allowing them to concentrate their natural sugars and intense flavours.

In this case the Cinqueterre Sciacchetrà Doc from La Polenza is a perfect representative for its category, we are talking about a passito wine that tells a distant story, in fact the company has been operating in Corniglia for years and has continued to respect traditions, without ever remaining backwards but always renewing itself.

The drying of the grapes takes place in the open air facing the sea before being destemmed by hand and then pressed, this process serves to enhance the qualities it brings to the glass such as the nuances of candied apricot and citron, on the palate we find the sensual structure , and the very fine tannins that intertwine with the fullness of flavor towards a finish of pure satisfaction.

The success of Cinqueterre Sciacchetrà Doc from La Polenza does not derive only from its history but from its qualities that arise in a land where every grape costs effort.

Cinqueterre Sciacchetrà Doc 2020 Demi 0.375L - La Polenza

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If for many the harvest begins in September in Sardinia, more precisely in Gallura, it already begins in August, this is due to the particular climate which forces an early harvest to avoid safeguarding the grapes.

A wine that continues to gain popularity due to its freshness and versatility, the quality has never waned despite the challenges of climate change and seasonal variations.

The Vermentino Di Gallura Superiore Docg Vign'Angena di Capichera comes from the same vineyards that were harvested for the first time in 1994, at the time it was produced from grapes from managed vineyards, hence the name "Vign'Angena" which means "foreign vineyard ".

Each Capichera wine embodies the tradition of a winemaking history, with this wine the winery manages to convey its love for the vineyard, for wine and for respect for nature.

A true pleasure for the palate.

Vermentino Di Gallura Superiore Docg Vign'Angena 2022 - Capichera

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Finally, we talk about the grape harvest as a true annual celebration, in fact in Diano d'Alba the vineyards are filled with life and promise, this small town in the heart of the Langhe is famous for its high quality Dolcetto, and the grape harvest is a sacred ritual .

Dolcetto is fermented at controlled temperatures to preserve what distinguishes this wine, namely its hints of fresh red fruit, cherries and slightly almond notes.

The Diano d'Alba DOCG by the Aimasso brothers is one of the most representative sweets of the area, we are talking about an original wine and testimony of its land in which this type of vineyard is among the most cultivated.

The Aimasso Brothers, then, have been in the heart of the Langhe for four generations to cultivate their passion for wine: the care and quality of these wines is a certainty.

Diano D'Alba Docg 2019 - Aimasso

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The harvest as seen is a moment of joy and pride for every community, a fundamental activity in order to create something unique that tells a story and its territory.