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DOMAINE BALLORIN
Producer
Terraquilia
Italy, Emilia Romagna
Guiglia, Modena
Guiglia, Modena
Specialities: Sparkling white wine
Terraquilia: Where the Past Meets the Future of Winemaking
Terraquilia is more than just a winery; it is a living testament to how tradition can merge with a radically innovative approach. Located in Guiglia, between the Modena and Bologna hills, the company stands out for a philosophy rooted in the history of its territory. The altitude, which exceeds 500 meters, and the clayey marl and limestone soils, known locally as "Calastrino," are the key elements that define the identity of Terraquilia's wines. Here, the vineyards of Lambrusco Grasparossa, Grechetto Gentile, and Negretto don't just grow; they tell a millennial geological story, absorbing unique savouriness and minerality.
Viticulture is practiced according to the principles of "lay" biological and biodynamic agriculture, which eschews dogma. The goal is not to follow a certification, but to respect and enhance the biodiversity of the place. The rows are a pulsating ecosystem, where the microbial life of the soil is fed by cover crops and where plant management is manual and meticulous. In the cellar, the philosophy is "less is more": spontaneous fermentations in steel, long periods on the fine lees, and almost no use of modern technology. It is from this approach that unique sparkling wines are born, capable of expressing a vibrant freshness, unexpected complexity, and an unmistakable personality that moves away from industrial logic to embrace the authenticity of an artisan wine.
A Sensory Journey of Ancient Bubbles and Modern Wines
Terraquilia's wines are an invitation to a sensory journey that explores the most authentic nuances of the Emilia-Romagna region, particularly their Metodo Ancestrale wines. Here, the secondary fermentation—the prise de mousse—occurs in the bottle using residual sugars from the first fermentation. This process gives the wine a unique complexity and texture. The bubbles are fine, persistent, and creamy—not a simple effervescence, but the signature of a long and meticulous aging process that often lasts for dozens of months on the lees. This extended contact with the fine lees enriches the aromatic profile.
But the Terraquilia story doesn't end there. Their Lambrusco wines, especially the Grasparossa, challenge the common perception of this varietal. They are not just light, sparkling reds, but deep, structured expressions capable of aging gracefully. With notes of ripe red fruit, undergrowth, and a sharp minerality, the wines show a depth that few other Lambrusco producers can claim. The entire production is based on the idea of a straightforward, direct wine that hides nothing and requires no artifice. Every bottle of Terraquilia is a sincere and uncompromising expression of its terroir, crafted for those who seek not just a wine, but a story to savor.
