La Ricolla
La Ricolla is a biodynamic winery located in Tolceto, in the Municipality of Ne in the province of Genoa, Liguria. It is led by Daniele Parma, who continues a family tradition of connection to the land and respect for native vines.
Origins & Vision
The winery emerged in the early 2000s when Daniele took over operations from his father Giovanni Battista, who had been involved in distillery and liquor production.
From the start, Daniele became fascinated by viticulture, terroir, and natural wine. He began producing wines in 2004 using grapes from several historic vineyards in different municipalities.
His aim: to recover old vineyards, preserve local varietals, and express the individual identity of each plot while working with minimal intervention.
Vineyard & Practices
The estate covers about 5 hectares, across 5-6 vineyards, including challenging or hard-to-work parcels in steep or less accessible terrain.
Grapes include native white and red varieties: Vermentino, Bianchetta Genovese, Ciliegiolo, Sangiovese, among others. Different vineyards give different expressions—some are close to old abbeys or historic sites, contributing to sense of place.
Farming is biodynamic: Daniele works in accordance with natural rhythms and soil vitality. Organic rules are observed; only copper and sulfur are used as needed. Vineyard work is labour-intensive, often manual.
Winemaking & Style
In the cellar, intervention is kept minimal. Fermentation is spontaneous (using native yeasts).
Steel vats, concrete, amphora/tarracotta, sometimes long macerations are part of the regime—especially for certain whites and reds.
Daniele avoids or drastically limits additions such as wood and excess sulfur, preferring to let the fruit, soil, and vintage speak through.
Wines & Character
Wines from La Ricolla are known for freshness, aromatic nuance (especially floral and herbal notes), minerality, clarity, and a strong sense of Ligurian terroir.
There is a tension in the wines between elegance and structure, between delicate perfumes and depth. Many are long-lived and well suited to food.
Labels include wines such as Berette, Toseo, Ninte de Ninte, Òua, Grana(n)cia Meccanica, among others—each expressing different vineyards or styles.
Values & Identity
Commitment to land and heritage: Daniele is deeply invested in reviving vineyards that had been abandoned, stewarding old vines and reconnecting to local history.
Authenticity: the work in vineyard and cellar is designed to minimise human fingerprints, allowing place and vintage to define the wine.
Sustainability & regeneration: by practising biodynamic agriculture, caring for soil health, respecting biodiversity, and working with natural rhythms, La Ricolla positions itself as part of a regenerative winemaking tradition.
Contact Details:
Owner: Daniele Parma
Phone: +39 3928963918
Email: laricolla2004@gmail.com