Le Volpi is an organic estate in the Colli Euganei (Euganean Hills) region of the Veneto region of Italy. It was established by the Rossi Luciani family. It produces Prosecco DOC sparkling wines, plus still wines under the Colli Euganei DOC, Colli Euganei Fior d’Arancio Passito DOCG, as well as a range of vegan wines. Le Volpi has produced organic wine since 2013 and vegan wine since 2016, with production that is certified Organic and Vegan by ICEA.

Viticulture: The company says it ‘uses winegrowing and winemaking practices that approach the concept of sustainable agriculture, respecting the soil in the vineyard and biodiversity. For this reason, the vineyards are not treated with copper and organic substances, but rather with low “carbon footprint” natural products and plant protection products.’

Organic certification: 2013 First vintage with full organic certification (ICEA).

Winemaking: The estate ‘limits the use of wine additives, particularly sulphites, and reduces the use of treatments, filtrations, and stabilization processes. Wines are not treated with products of animal origin, like egg albumen, animal gelatine or isinglass. The must and wine are clarified only with products of plant and mineral origin. The winery limits the use of wine additives, particularly sulphites, and reduces the use of treatments, filtrations, and stabilization processes. The wines are Allergen Free, meaning they have a low sulphite content and are free of allergens like milk and egg derivatives. No ingredients, additives or processing aids obtained from genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are used.’

Sparkling wines

Prosecco DOC Brut Extra Dry: 100% Glera.

Prosecco DOC Extra Brut: 100% Glera.

Colli Euganei Fior d’Arancio Spumante Dolce DOCG, Fior d’Ape Dolce: Moscato Giallo. 6,5 % vol.

White wines

Veneto Bianco IGT Bianco delle Volpi:  60% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Manzoni Bianco, 10% Moscato Giallo.

Veneto Bianco IGT Manzoni Bianco: Manzoni Bianco.

Colli Euganei Fior D’Arancio Secco DOCG Fior d’Ape Secco: Made from organic Moscato Giallo grapes, a variety with bright straw-coloured berries, thick skins and crunchy flesh. The soil contains sand formed from volcanic rock (trachyte), and the favourable microclimate with south-eastern exposure.

Red wines

Veneto Rosso IGT 6 Mesi: After vinification, carried out by the traditional method, it is aged for about 6 months in second- or third-passage French oak barrels.

Colli Euganei Rosso DOC Cabernet Franc 8 Mesi: Organic Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Colli Euganei Rosso DOC Merlot 8 Mesi: From Merlot on Mount Rusta and Mount Peraro.

Colli Euganei Cabernet DOC 18 Mesi: Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Sweet wines

Colli Euganei Fior d’Arancio Secco DOCG Fior d’Ape Secco: Moscato Giallo. Organic. On sand formed from volcanic rock (trachyte). South-east facing.

Colli Euganei Fior d’Arancio Passito DOCG, Fior d’Ape: 13% alc. 120 g/l RS Total acidity 6,4 g/l.