Taste and use

This is what makes the Sicilian natural red wine "Respiro" so special:

• Taste: As an uncompromising natural wine, the red "Respiro" is very full of character and clearly differs from conventional red wines that have been "embellished" with all kinds of additives. It has a complex aroma and is reminiscent of red berries. Tart tannins are also clearly perceptible.
• Quality features: Spontaneous fermentation. Alcohol content: 14%. This wine is vegan. Because the "Respiro" is made entirely without sulphur, a slight cloudiness and some carbon dioxide are normal immediately after opening. "Nero d'Avola" is a late grape variety. The grapes are harvested by hand at the beginning of October. After pressing, the wine is fermented spontaneously with naturally occurring yeasts and left on the skins for 8 to 12 days. Unlike conventional wines, no chemicals are used in the production process. Because fermentation is not interrupted by the addition of sulphur, the "Respiro" remains a living product that continues to develop slightly after the bottle is opened.
• Use: This youthful red wine with ageing potential can be stored for a good 1-2 years. To experience the full variety of aromas, it should be opened one hour before drinking. It is best decanted so that it is well mixed with air. This red wine goes wonderfully with a plate of pasta with tomato sauce.

Cultivation and ecology

This is how the grapes for the red natural wine "Respiro" are grown:

• Cultivation method: Organic farming. Without irrigation. "Nero d'Avola" is a famous grape that is widely cultivated in Sicily. The sprays permitted in organic cultivation are used only minimally. The vines of this red wine grow on very nutrient-poor soil. Without irrigation, this produces firm, small grapes that are suitable for processing without additives. Here you can find our Blog post to the natural wine from Valdibella.
• Producers: Pietro Scardino is a founding member of Valdibella. Together with his brother, he grows various grape varieties, pomegranates, apricots and much more on his farm. The grapes are harvested by hand by the family and local harvest workers. Valdibella uses the "Addio Pizzo" label to declare that they do not pay protection money to criminal organizations.

This is how the price is made up

Pietro Scardino receives EUR 0.66 per kilogram for his grapes.

Cultivation & processing CHF 10.35

• Cultivation and harvesting: Pietro Scardino, Cooperativa Valdibella
• Processing: Cooperativa Valdibella

Transport & logistics CHF 8.84

• Export and logistics: Cooperativa Valdibella, Galliker
• Fees: Customs, wine trade control
• Quality assurance: SQTS laboratory
• Packaging: Zurich plant
• Shipping: Post

Procurement & distribution CHF 7.07

• Coordination, communication, online market: Crowd Container