Cantine Olivella SVMMA Catalanesca Del Monte Somma 2021

Here on the slopes of Monte Summa, the oldest part of Vesuvius near Naples, grape growing is an ancient art, the lava-rich, sandy slopes of the volcano providing perfect terroir for rare, native grapes. A single-vineyard selection at more than 2,000 feet above sea level. Extremely low yielding, older vines (ungrafted) grow on volcanic sand; native herbs are grown between rows to increase biodiversity and vine health. This cool, 2.5 acre plot faces northwest; it honors the original Catalanesca plantings back in the 15th century.

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