Region: Montefalco, Umbria, Italy (Vino d'Italia)
Grapes: Sangiovese and/or Montepulciano (with possible Sagrantino)
Body: Light to medium
Notes: Fresh and rustic. Wild red cherry, blackberry, dried violets, earthy herbs, and a gentle tannic finish with a savory, country-kitchen warmth. Umbria in a glass — unpretentious and completely alive.
Pairing: Pasta al ragù, grilled sausages, roasted pork, pecorino, or a simple charcuterie board with good bread.
Fattoria Calcabrina "Ciuf Ciuf" is produced by Diego at his small farm estate in Campoletame, in the hills outside Montefalco — one of Umbria's most celebrated wine communes, best known internationally for the powerful and tannic Sagrantino di Montefalco. But Diego's operation is something altogether different: a passionately run, hands-on farm where goat cheese, vineyards, and animals all coexist under the same philosophy of honest, authentic production. "Ciuf Ciuf" — Italian onomatopoeia for the puffing sound of a steam train — is the estate's everyday red: bright, food-first, and built entirely for the pleasure of the table rather than the trophy shelf. Farmed organically with native yeast fermentation and minimal intervention in the cellar, bottled unfined and unfiltered. The kind of wine that makes you fall in love with Italian country life all over again.
Region: Montefalco, Umbria, Italy (Vino d'Italia)
Grapes: Sangiovese and/or Montepulciano (with possible Sagrantino)
Body: Light to medium
Notes: Fresh and rustic. Wild red cherry, blackberry, dried violets, earthy herbs, and a gentle tannic finish with a savory, country-kitchen warmth. Umbria in a glass — unpretentious and completely alive.
Pairing: Pasta al ragù, grilled sausages, roasted pork, pecorino, or a simple charcuterie board with good bread.
Fattoria Calcabrina "Ciuf Ciuf" is produced by Diego at his small farm estate in Campoletame, in the hills outside Montefalco — one of Umbria's most celebrated wine communes, best known internationally for the powerful and tannic Sagrantino di Montefalco. But Diego's operation is something altogether different: a passionately run, hands-on farm where goat cheese, vineyards, and animals all coexist under the same philosophy of honest, authentic production. "Ciuf Ciuf" — Italian onomatopoeia for the puffing sound of a steam train — is the estate's everyday red: bright, food-first, and built entirely for the pleasure of the table rather than the trophy shelf. Farmed organically with native yeast fermentation and minimal intervention in the cellar, bottled unfined and unfiltered. The kind of wine that makes you fall in love with Italian country life all over again.
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.