Luigi Dò is the creator of the Colle Civarolo winery, a direct and complete expression of that mountainous territory where it takes root. Coming from a family of farmers, the Camuno winemaker firmly believes in the magic of nature, always ready to give back what is offered to it. The common thread of his activity is represented by a love for simple things and respect for the land and its fruits.
Colle Civarolo is located in the northern part of the Valcamonica territory, the part of the province of Brescia north of Lake Iseo, nestled between Trentino and the province of Sondrio. The owned vineyards are rooted in the locality of Losine: the slopes are oriented eastward and from an altitude of around 420 meters overlook the valley of the Oglio River. Behind them rises the mountain complex of Concarena, with its snow-capped peaks in winter and a solar radiation that lasts only a few hours each day: the strong temperature excursions that result are ideal for the aromatic concentration of the grapes. The the composition of the soils derives from the debris deposited along the mountain cone of dejection and is particularly rich in limestone and marine fossils, resting on a deep layer of gypsum. Following the principles of biodynamic philosophy, the varieties traditionally grown in the area are cultivated, among indigenous and international: the red berries are mainly represented by Marzemino, Rebo, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, while among the white berries, the Incrocio Manzoni stands out. All vineyard operations are carried out manually, respecting and promoting in every way the development of as wide and varied a biodiversity as possible.
Luigi Dò pursues, within his Colle Civarolo winery, vinifications that are consistent with what is practiced in the field, following a concept of complete naturalness and avoiding manipulations and interventions that are even minimally invasive. The fermentations are activated spontaneously and proceed solely thanks to the work of indigenous yeasts, on grapes harvested at maturity and, in some cases, slightly to wither. Great attention is dedicated to materials: in respect of the historical significance and winemaking tradition, the terracotta amphora is the preferred container, both in the processing phase and for maturation and refinement. The result is vibrant and lively wines, true narratives of the energy of the territory.