Castello di Stefanago

(Lombardia, Italy)

Castello di Stefanago is the result of generations of grapes: The Baruffaldis have strived to maintain respect for the terroir as well as the earth in their winemaking. The winery is located in Lombardy in the Oltrepo Pavese hills at between 320 and 470 meters above sea level. The cellars are in the castle which still remains from the fourteenth century in the center of the property, around which there are about eighteen hectares of vines and 135 hectares of meadows, forests, orchards, and arable land. Antonio and Giacomo Baruffaldi have long followed organic farming, striving to achieve healthy, natural grapes, which are harvested at the appropriate level of maturity and reflect the terroir on which they are grown. In the cellar, the Baruffaldis keep in mind the natural inclinations of each must, of the natural evolution of each cuvé, using barrels of various woods and sizes. The vineyard currently produces Riesling Renano, Pinot Grigio, Müller-Thurgau, Chardonnay, Croatina (Bonarda), Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlo, Uva Rara, and Pinot Nero.

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Vino Frizzante, 'Stuvenagh Amico Frizz'

60% Riesling, 40% Chardonnay

From 30 year old vines planted to 3ha of clay, silt and sandy soils, the grapes are hand-harvested between September 10 (Chardonnay) and September 25 (Riesling). The grapes are vineyard sorted and spends no time on skins, allowing spontaneously fermentation to take place in steel tanks with ambient yeast for 20 days under temperature control. The wine spends the entire time on lees with stirring once a week. Aged for five months in steel tank; unfined and unfiltered.

Provincia di Pavia IGT Rosso

40% Uva Rara, 40% Croatina, 10% Barbera, 10% Merlot

From clay, sand and silty soils, the grapes are hand-harvested from three plots (Uva Rara - 1.55ha, Croatina - 2.11ha, and Barbera - 1.8ha, Merlot - 0.3ha) and are selected 1 month before harvest. Each varietal is harvested and vineyard sorted separately: September 20th (Merlot), September 30th (Uva Rara), October 15th (Barbera) and October 20th (Croatina). The grapes spend 15 days macerating in steel tanks with ambient yeasts followed by fermentation that takes place over 15 days in temperature controlled steel tanks. Aged for five months in steel tanks. Unfined & unfiltered.

Provincia di Pavia IGP, ‘Stuvenagh Orangiosaurus’

90% Chardonnay, 10% Cortese

From 30 year old vines planted to .86 hectares of clay, sand and silty soils. The grapes are hand-harvested between Sept 10 (Cortese) and Aug 30 (Chardonnay). All grapes are vineyard sorted and spend nine weeks macerating. Spontaneous fermentation follows in stainless steel under temperature control with ambient yeasts. The wine spends six months on the lees with stirring every week. Unfined & unfiltered.

Provincia di Pavia IGT, Pinot Grigio, ‘Macerato’ 

100% Pinot Grigio


From 30 year old vines planted on 2.6 hectares of clay soils. The grapes are hand-harvested on August 25th. Hand-harvesting is done in two passes, the first is used to build the ambient yeast for the remainder that is to be harvested. The grapes are not de-stemmed and spends one week macerating in stainless steel tanks, followed by spontaneous fermentation with ambient yeasts that last 21 days under temperature control. The wine spends six months on the lees while aging for that time. Unfined & unfiltered.

Provincia di Pavia IGT, Pinot Grigio, ‘Campo Piano’ 

100% Pinot Grigio


From the vineyard called “Vigna Campo Piano,” the vines are approximately 30 years old and planted to 2.6 hectares of clay soils. The grapes are selected one month before harvest, which takes place on August 25th, and allowed to macerate for eight hours in stainless steel. Hand-harvesting is done in two passes, the first is used to build the ambient yeast for the remainder that is to be harvested. The entire fermentation lasts a total of 20 days in stainless steel with temperature control. Aged for six months on the lees with stirring once a week. Unfined & unfiltered.

 

Provincia di Pavia IGT, Pinot Grigio,
‘Sbarbatello’

100% Pinot Nero

Sbarbatello is produced from 100% indigenous red berry Pinot Noir grapes. The vineyards are rooted in clayey terroir at approximately 420 meters above sea level, benefiting from optimal south-facing exposure. The vines are trained with spur cordon and are cultivated in full organic certification, in utmost respect for the plants and the land. Cover cropping is practiced in the vineyard, and the plants are allowed to grow freely without invasive or mechanical treatments. Likewise, in the cellar, natural winemaking methods are employed, allowing the grapes to express their aromas to the fullest. No filtration or clarification operations are carried out.

 
 

Provincia di Pavia IGT Rosso,
’Mischiabacche’

33% Uva Rara, 33% Croatina 33% Merlot

Introducing 'Mischiabacche' from Castello di Stefanago, a captivating red wine crafted in the heart of Oltrepò Pavese. This exquisite blend harmoniously combines native grapes like Croatina and Uva Rara with the international allure of Merlot. With its enchanting ruby and violet hues and an alluring bouquet of floral and fruity notes, 'Mischiabacche' is a sensory delight.

On the palate, it unveils a delightful and approachable character, making it a perfect choice for effortless sipping. Its soft, well-balanced profile lingers gently, leaving a satisfying and moderately persistent impression. Experience the essence of Oltrepò Pavese in every sip of 'Mischiabacche' by Castello di Stefanago.