Cantine Orsogna & Luna Gaia, Logistilla

Description

Luna Gaia is a joint initiative between Cantina Orsogna based in Abruzzo, who are charitable business focused on sustainability and organics, and BioGaia who are a a biodynamic Sicilian farmer collective

This is an indigenous grape from the slopes of Etna that for centuries has been cultivated in the County of Mascali (which gives it its name) on volcanic soils. 

Mount Etna is one of the tallest peaks in Italy outside of the Alps and is an active volcano. The mountain sits directly north of Catania, the second-largest city in Sicily. Because the volcano is in a nearly constant state of activity, the soils are incredibly fertile, which the vineyards planted on the mountain’s slopes enjoy.

With vineyards planted between 1000 to 4000 feet (300-1200 meters), the overall temperature is much lower on Etna, making for fresh styles of wine with lots of acidity. The diurnal range (difference between night and day temperature) is also great, meaning many wines retain delicate floral aromatics.

The higher elevation facing the humid Scirocco winds also means that the vineyards receive enough rain throughout the year, and therefore many do not need irrigation.

The label derives from the Italian poem “Orlando Furioso” which depicts Orlando becoming overwhelmed with pain after finding his and his lost love Angela’s name carved in a tree.

Grapes: Nerello Mascalese

750 ml

12.5% ABV

Contains Sulfites.