Let's spend an hour discussing volcanic wines with winemaker and vignaiolo Pietro Buttitta of Prima Materia Winery and the Ancient Wine Guys. While tasting through wines grown in volcanic climates from Etna, the Canary Islands, and Pietro's own Lake County vineyard just north of Napa, here we discuss the effects of climate, soil types, viticultural practices and winemaking practices in extreme volcanic conditions. For lovers of minerality in wine, this one is for you, and Pietro shares some inside details such as reductive strength and vine biology in these magical terroirs.
Learn more about Pietro's work in vineyards, winemaking and wine consulting at www.pietrobuttitta.com and www.prima-materia.com and reach out if you have a project or questions.
Learn more about the Ancient Wine Guys and how to join their one-of-a-kind wine club at www.ancientwineguys.com.