Having spent time together in Emilia and London over the past week, we are very happy to share some new releases from Jacopo Stigliano and his new project, Samodia.
Since 2017, Jacopo has farmed around three hectares of vines planted over clay and limestone in Valsamoggia – a picturesque valley that lies between Bologna and Modena. Farmed with a respect for the ways of old, diversity is key, and the vines, some of which are over a hundred years of age, grow amongst a canopy of mature trees. The parcels are home to over twenty grape varieties, as well as walnuts, cherries and plums, and are amongst the most beautiful we have seen. From these he produces two wonderful field blends – Buriana and Hiraeth.
In addition, Jacopo has now joined his friend Flavio Restani in a conservation project of sorts, producing a series of wonderful table wines under the Latin name for their valley – Samodia. These are borne from three hectares of picturesque old vineyards planted on limestone in the highest hills of Valsamoggia, up to five hundred metres above sea level. Though they channel the spirit of vino da tavola, the resulting wines are far from simple – they carry a wonderful sense of place and offer tremendous value.
Jacopo’s wines are now available on Tutto a Casa