Amphora Viva Puglia Bianco PGI Organic

Moscato, Malvasia and Verdeca, organic orange wine vinified entirely in rough amphorae

Alive like the terracotta that cradles it: an orange wine born and raised in an amphora

The Living Amphora of Cantina Giara

Amphora Viva Puglia Bianco PGI is an organic orange wine born from the blend of three native grape varieties—Moscato, Malvasia, and Verdeca—grown between Jazzo di Stefano and Lama Baronale in Adelfia, Puglia. Its distinctive feature is its winemaking: all stages of production, from spontaneous fermentation to aging, take place entirely in rough terracotta amphorae, as its name suggests. Macerated on the skins for seven to nine days, unfiltered and unclarified, it displays a warm amber-copper color. The grapes come from a thirty-five-year-old espalier vineyard, planted on limestone, clay, and tuff soil, at an altitude of 231 meters. VinNatur-certified and organic, it is the most "alive" and ancestral expression of Cantina Giara's philosophy.
 
 
 

The roots of this wine are sunk in the amphora, the cradle of wine

The terracotta amphora is the oldest container for winemaking, used as early as eight thousand years ago in the Caucasus and throughout the ancient Mediterranean: the Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians fermented and stored wine in amphorae. Vinification in rough terracotta, a porous and living material, allows the wine to "breathe" during fermentation and aging, developing complexity and elegance without the aromatic transfers of wood. It is a conscious return to origins, now beloved by natural winemakers worldwide. The presence of Moscato in the blend adds a sunny, aromatic note, while Malvasia and Verdeca bring structure and minerality. Cantina Giara thus combines the ancestral wisdom of the amphora with the aromas of Puglia's grape varieties, creating a truly vibrant wine.
 
 
 

Choosing Amphora Viva means taking care of yourself

A wine produced through spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts, macerated in amphorae, unfiltered, and organically and biodynamically grown, represents a conscious choice for a more natural and authentic drinking experience. Maceration on the skins and vinification in terracotta preserve and enrich the grape's richness of noble substances, giving this white wine a particularly high concentration of polyphenols and antioxidants. With just 69 kcal per 100 ml, it is also a low-calorie wine. Biodynamic cultivation on calcareous-tuffaceous soil, without synthetic products, guarantees a lively and authentic product. Any residues are natural and testify to the wine's authenticity. Consumed in moderation, it showcases native grape varieties and a millennia-old, sustainable winemaking method.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Amphora Viva Puglia Bianco

• WITH BLUE FISH AND SEA FLAVOURS — Its flavor and structure complement the Mediterranean flavors. Serve it with Salted Mediterranean Mackerel or with Spicy anchovy fillets in oil, in a sunny and tasty combination.
• WITH SPICY AND STRETCHED CHEESES — Its aroma pairs well with strong cheeses. It is ideal with Organic vegetable caciotta  or with Organic Stretched Caciotta, of which it enhances the most intense notes.
• WITH VEGETARIAN AND AROMATIC DISHES — Its versatility and hints of Mediterranean scrub make it perfect for green cuisine. Try it with seasonal vegetables and savory pies, or with a fragrant first course with fish sauce, for a balanced combination.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WINE

VINES: Moscato, Malvasia, Verdeca — Puglia
CLASSIFICATION: Puglia Bianco PGI (orange wine, organic) — VinNatur
PRODUCTION AREA: Jazzo di Stefano and Lama Baronale, Adelfia (Bari), Puglia
EXTENSION: About half a hectare
AGE OF THE VINEYARD: 35 years
GROUND: Calcareous, clayey, tuffaceous
FARM: Back
ALTITUDE: 231 m asl
CULTIVATION: Biodynamic and organic, without synthetic products, low yields (35-45 q/ha)
HARVEST: Manual, in 15 kg crates, between September and early October
VINIFICATION: Destemming and spontaneous fermentation with only indigenous yeasts in rough amphorae; maceration on the skins for 7-9 days at an uncontrolled temperature, with manual pumping over. No fining or filtration.
AGING/REFINEMENT: All stages in 250-litre raw amphora, up to bottling
SERVICE TEMPERATURE: 8° C — White Burgundy bottle 0,75 L
 
 
 

VISUAL EXAMINATION

It has a warm amber-copper color, with the natural haze typical of unfiltered and unclarified wines. Any residue on the bottom is completely natural and testifies to the authenticity of the product.
 
 
 

OLFACTORY EXAMINATION

On the nose, herbaceous and exotic fruit aromas unfold, along with citrus and Mediterranean scrub notes, enhanced by the delicate aroma of Moscato. A complex, fresh, and sunny bouquet.
 
 
 

TASTE TEST

On the palate, it is fresh, savory, and delicate, with a full, harmonious, and voluminous flavor supported by good acidity. It is excellently drinkable, and the aftertaste is fruity, with a long, pleasant finish.
 
 
 

FOOD PAIRINGS

A vibrant and versatile orange wine, it pairs perfectly with oily fish and seafood, spicy and stringy cheeses, and vegetarian and aromatic dishes. Its savory character, good acidity, and Mediterranean aromas make it an ideal companion to Southern Italian cuisine. Serve chilled at 8°C.
 
 
 

The Producer: Cantina Giara

Cantina Giara is a small, family-run winery in Adelfia, Puglia, led by winemaker Giorgio Nicassio. They practice exclusively biodynamic viticulture, using natural, spontaneous fermentation vinification without fining or filtration, and define themselves as "artisans of wine."
 
 
 

Ingredients

Moscato, Malvasia, Verdeca* grapes. Use of minimal quantities of SULPHITES.
*From organic farming.
 
 
 

Nutritional Values ​​(average values ​​per 100 ml of product)

• Energy: 286 kJ / 69 kcal
• Fat: 0 g (of which saturated fatty acids: 0 g)
• Carbohydrates: 1,00 g (of which sugars: 1,00 g)
• Protein: 0 g
• Salt: 0 g

Energy per 100 ml: 286 kJ / 69 kcal.
 
 
 

Important

Contains sulfites. The wine is unfiltered and unclarified; any residues and deposits are natural.
 
 
 

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