Sassopra
Sassopra: Natural Wines from the Castelli Romani Hills
Sassopra is a dynamic and relatively young natural wine producer located in Frascati, on the picturesque hills of the Castelli Romani, just a few kilometers from Rome in the Lazio region of Italy. The winery is run by Federico and Marta, who come from winemaking families in Frascati and have deep roots in viticulture. They started Sassopra in 2020, bringing their combined experience and passion for natural winemaking to the forefront.
Their core philosophy revolves around biodynamic cultivation and a strong commitment to increasing biodiversity in their vineyards. They manage 5 hectares of old vineyards with an emphasis on enhancing the territory and the fruit's natural expression.
Sassopra's winemaking approach is characterized by minimal intervention:
Spontaneous fermentations: Using only native yeasts found naturally on the grapes.
No enological artifice: Avoiding additions or manipulations that alter the wine's natural character.
No filtration: Leaving the wines un-filtered to preserve their full flavor and texture.
Low sulfite levels: Only minimal or no added sulfites.
Their vineyards are home to a variety of local grape types, including Malvasia Puntinata, Malvasia di Candia, Trebbiano, Bombino, Bellone, Sangiovese, and Merlot. This diverse range allows them to produce a spectrum of wines, from vibrant whites and rosés to characterful reds and sparkling wines.
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International Online Retailers (Shipping to EU & other regions):
Vini Sud Shop
Website: https://www.vinisudshop.com/en/brands/sassopra-winery/
Note: Check their shipping regions. They mention EU delivery.
Apewineboxes.com
Website: https://www.apewineboxes.com/
Note: They mention shipping within EU and outside EU, but also have specific country restrictions (e.g., no shipping to Holland and Denmark for Sassopra).
WineYou
Website: https://wineyou.it/en/
Note: An Italian retailer, often with international shipping options.
Rolling Wine
Website: https://www.rollingwine.com/en/
Note: Another Italian online retailer, likely offering international shipping.
Tesori di Villa Sostaga
Website: https://www.tesoridivillasostaga.it/en/produttori/sassopra/
Note: Mentions "For USA and other countries Temperature Controlled Premium Shipping."
US-Based Retailers (Many with online stores and shipping within the US):
El Vino Crudo (Puerto Rico/USA)
Website: https://elvinocrudo.com/products/sassopra-rosso-di-sass-opra
Note: Ships within the USA.
Stranger Wines and Spirits (New York City, NY)
Website: https://www.strangerwinesnyc.com/
Note: Check their shipping policy for out-of-state delivery.
Franklin Wines & Spirits (Brooklyn, NY)
Website: https://608franklinwines.com/
Note: Check their shipping policy for out-of-state delivery.
Wine Therapy NYC (New York City, NY)
Website: https://winetherapynyc.com/
Note: Check their shipping policy for out-of-state delivery.
Thirst Merchants (Online - USA)
Website: https://thirstmerchants.com/
Note: Known for natural wines, check for current Sassopra stock.
Colors (Online - USA)
Website: https://colors.shop/ (Search for Sassopra)
Note: Has listed Sassopra Bianco di Sassopra.
Key Resources for Wider Search:
Wine-Searcher: This is an excellent global tool to find where specific wines are sold. Enter "Sassopra" and the wine name (e.g., "Sassopra Turresti") to see available retailers worldwide.
Website: https://www.wine-searcher.com/
A trip to La Dive and back of the van.