Region: Bricco di Neive, Piedmont, Italy (Vino d'Italia)
Grapes: Barbera and/or Dolcetto (with possible Brachetto)
Body: Light
Notes: Pale pink and dreamily effervescent. Fresh strawberry, watermelon, dried rose petal, and a hint of wild herbs with a dry, clean, slightly earthy finish. Like a spring afternoon in Piedmont, bottled.
Pairing: Charcuterie, fresh strawberries, soft cheeses, light antipasti, or just the perfect aperitivo.
Fabio Gea "Flowers in the Sky with Rain" is a naturally sparkling rosé from one of Piedmont's most poetic small producers — Fabio Gea, who farms a tiny plot of old vines in Bricco di Neive in the Langhe hills, deep in Barbaresco territory. The name alone signals what kind of winemaker Gea is: romantic, unhurried, and utterly unconcerned with convention. The wine is made in the ancestral pétillant naturel method — refermented in bottle with no disgorgement, no dosage, and no additions — from indigenous Piedmontese red varieties given a brief skin maceration for color and fragrance before pressing. Gea farms his vineyards without synthetic treatments, relying entirely on native yeasts and minimal intervention from vine to bottle. The result is one of the most charming and distinctive sparkling rosés in the natural wine world: vibrant, delicate, and completely alive.
Grapes: Barbera and/or Dolcetto (with possible Brachetto)
Body: Light
Notes: Pale pink and dreamily effervescent. Fresh strawberry, watermelon, dried rose petal, and a hint of wild herbs with a dry, clean, slightly earthy finish. Like a spring afternoon in Piedmont, bottled.
Pairing: Charcuterie, fresh strawberries, soft cheeses, light antipasti, or just the perfect aperitivo.
Fabio Gea "Flowers in the Sky with Rain" is a naturally sparkling rosé from one of Piedmont's most poetic small producers — Fabio Gea, who farms a tiny plot of old vines in Bricco di Neive in the Langhe hills, deep in Barbaresco territory. The name alone signals what kind of winemaker Gea is: romantic, unhurried, and utterly unconcerned with convention. The wine is made in the ancestral pétillant naturel method — refermented in bottle with no disgorgement, no dosage, and no additions — from indigenous Piedmontese red varieties given a brief skin maceration for color and fragrance before pressing. Gea farms his vineyards without synthetic treatments, relying entirely on native yeasts and minimal intervention from vine to bottle. The result is one of the most charming and distinctive sparkling rosés in the natural wine world: vibrant, delicate, and completely alive.
Region: Bricco di Neive, Piedmont, Italy (Vino d'Italia)
Grapes: Barbera and/or Dolcetto (with possible Brachetto)
Body: Light
Notes: Pale pink and dreamily effervescent. Fresh strawberry, watermelon, dried rose petal, and a hint of wild herbs with a dry, clean, slightly earthy finish. Like a spring afternoon in Piedmont, bottled.
Pairing: Charcuterie, fresh strawberries, soft cheeses, light antipasti, or just the perfect aperitivo.
Fabio Gea "Flowers in the Sky with Rain" is a naturally sparkling rosé from one of Piedmont's most poetic small producers — Fabio Gea, who farms a tiny plot of old vines in Bricco di Neive in the Langhe hills, deep in Barbaresco territory. The name alone signals what kind of winemaker Gea is: romantic, unhurried, and utterly unconcerned with convention. The wine is made in the ancestral pétillant naturel method — refermented in bottle with no disgorgement, no dosage, and no additions — from indigenous Piedmontese red varieties given a brief skin maceration for color and fragrance before pressing. Gea farms his vineyards without synthetic treatments, relying entirely on native yeasts and minimal intervention from vine to bottle. The result is one of the most charming and distinctive sparkling rosés in the natural wine world: vibrant, delicate, and completely alive.
Grapes: Barbera and/or Dolcetto (with possible Brachetto)
Body: Light
Notes: Pale pink and dreamily effervescent. Fresh strawberry, watermelon, dried rose petal, and a hint of wild herbs with a dry, clean, slightly earthy finish. Like a spring afternoon in Piedmont, bottled.
Pairing: Charcuterie, fresh strawberries, soft cheeses, light antipasti, or just the perfect aperitivo.
Fabio Gea "Flowers in the Sky with Rain" is a naturally sparkling rosé from one of Piedmont's most poetic small producers — Fabio Gea, who farms a tiny plot of old vines in Bricco di Neive in the Langhe hills, deep in Barbaresco territory. The name alone signals what kind of winemaker Gea is: romantic, unhurried, and utterly unconcerned with convention. The wine is made in the ancestral pétillant naturel method — refermented in bottle with no disgorgement, no dosage, and no additions — from indigenous Piedmontese red varieties given a brief skin maceration for color and fragrance before pressing. Gea farms his vineyards without synthetic treatments, relying entirely on native yeasts and minimal intervention from vine to bottle. The result is one of the most charming and distinctive sparkling rosés in the natural wine world: vibrant, delicate, and completely alive.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.