The grapes for 3 Passo Rosso come from Puglia in southern Italy, a warm region known for concentrated red wines of Primitivo and Negroamaro. The wine falls under the broad Rosso Italia (Vino d'Italia) appellation, allowing Cielo e Terra to work with several select organic vineyards. The sunny climate with abundant daytime heat produces ripe grapes with abundant color and flavor, while cool nights maintain the necessary freshness. From their home base in the Valle del Chiampo, the Cielo family manages these organic projects, specifically seeking vineyards that combine high ripeness with a good natural balance.
The technical sheet describes 3 Passo as a wine built on three pillars: select Italian terroirs, exclusively organic grapes, and vegan winemaking. In the cellar, Cielo e Terra ferments the grapes in refrigerated tanks, regularly pumping the must over to maximize color, fruit, and structure from the skins. The wine is then aged in oak, which complements the ripe fruit notes with soft woody accents and added depth to the flavor. The result is an organic and vegan red wine with 14% alcohol, whose full-bodied style is beautifully supported by ample tension in the glass.
Primitivo – Puglia
Primitivo brings the deep, sultry character of 3 Passo Rosso, with plenty of ripe dark fruit and a high natural ripeness that contributes to the full body.
Negroamaro – Puglia
Negroamaro brings spice and colour, plus a slightly Mediterranean bitter note in the finish that gives the wine extra tension and length.
Sangiovese – Puglia
Sangiovese adds some extra freshness and red fruit, making the wine not only powerful but also drinkable enough.
