Nove Lune

Nove Lune is a small, family-run natural wine producer in the Oltrepò Pavese region of Lombardy, Italy. It is run by a young couple, Marco and Francesca, who are dedicated to low-intervention winemaking.

History and Location

• Location: Nove Lune is situated in Montalto Pavese, in the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese, a wine region known as the "Pinot Noir capital of Italy." The vineyards are located at a high altitude, on clay and limestone soils that are ideal for cultivating high-quality grapes.

• Founding: The winery was founded by Marco and Francesca, who represent a new generation of winemakers in the region. They took over a family property with old vines, and their name, "Nove Lune" (Nine Moons), refers to their first child and the nine months it takes to create a new life, a parallel they draw to the process of winemaking.

Winemaking Philosophy

Nove Lune's philosophy is rooted in a deep respect for nature and an artisanal approach to winemaking. Their goal is to produce wines that are a pure and honest expression of their terroir.

• Organic Farming: The vineyards are farmed organically. They avoid chemical pesticides, herbicides, and synthetic fertilizers, focusing on maintaining a healthy, living soil.

• Biodiversity: They work to maintain a diverse ecosystem, believing that healthy vineyards are a result of a balanced environment.

• Minimal Intervention: In the cellar, their approach is hands-off.

  • Spontaneous Fermentation: All wines are fermented using indigenous, or wild, yeasts.

  • No Filtration: The wines are not filtered or fined, which can leave them with a slight cloudiness but preserves their full flavor and character.

  • No Added Sulfites: They do not add any sulfur to their wines, a rarity even among natural wine producers.

• "Pet-Nat" Style: They are particularly known for their "pét-nat" (pétillant naturel) wines, which are bottled during fermentation to create a natural sparkle.

Notable Wines

Nove Lune's wines are celebrated for their vibrancy, authenticity, and natural character.

• Rosso: A red wine made primarily from Barbera and Croatina, two of the most important red grapes in the Oltrepò Pavese. It's known for its fresh, juicy, and easy-to-drink character.

• Bianco: A white wine made from local grapes like Riesling, Pinot Grigio, or Pinot Bianco. It is a light and aromatic wine, a pure expression of the grapes without any added intervention.

• Pet-Nat: Their sparkling wines, made using the ancestral method, are often a signature of the winery. They are light, fizzy, and full of natural flavor, with a refreshing acidity.