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Folicello John Doe Rosso 2022

$27.00

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Style: Dry, medium-bodied red; fresh, fruit-forward, and easy-drinking with soft structure
Grapes & Terroir: 100% Sangiovese; clay, silt, and sand soils in Castelfranco Emilia, Modena, at low elevation in the Po Valley
Winemaking: Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; unfined, unfiltered, minimal sulfites added
Serving Temperature & Decanting: Serve at 60-64°F; decanting optional but not necessary
Pairing: Lasagna alla Bolognese
Similar To: Entry-level Chianti or Romagna Sangiovese for those seeking an everyday Italian red with regional character

Folicello John Doe Rosso 2022 is a medium-bodied red wine crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes at the Folicello organic estate in Castelfranco Emilia, within the Modena province of Emilia-Romagna. The vineyards sit on composite soils of clay, silt, and sand characteristic of the Po Valley plains. Marco and Antonella at Folicello farm their vines organically without chemical treatments, hand-harvesting the fruit for spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts. Folicello John Doe Rosso 2022 is bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulfite additions, resulting in a fresh, approachable red with bright fruit character and soft tannins.

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Producer profile

Folicello

Folicello is a certified organic winery founded by Marco Giovannini and Antonella Fontana in Castelfranco Emilia, near Modena, in the early 1980s. What began as a personal project—making healthy wine for themselves and friends—has grown into a respected natural wine estate spanning approximately 10 hectares. The couple's daughter Irene joined the operation in 2022, helping manage vineyard work and harvest logistics.

From the start, Marco and Antonella committed to organic farming at a time when such practices were uncommon in Italy. Their approach extends beyond basic organic certification: the winery operates entirely on solar-generated electricity, uses fermentation byproducts to create vine treatments, and maintains biodiversity throughout the property. These environmental considerations reflect their philosophy that quality winemaking requires harmony with nature.

The estate focuses on indigenous Emilia-Romagna grape varieties. For reds, Folicello cultivates Lambrusco Grasparossa, Sangiovese, and Malbo Gentile. White varieties include Pignoletto, Montuni, Trebbiano, Pinot Bianco, and Malvasia di Candia Aromatica. All grapes are hand-harvested and fermented spontaneously with native yeasts in their modern cellar. No sulfur dioxide is added during any stage of production, and wines are bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Beyond wine, Marco and Antonella produce organic grape juice, jams, and traditional balsamic vinegar—products that demonstrate their deep connection to Emilian agricultural traditions. Their diversified offerings reflect a lifestyle centered on sustainable countryside living rather than purely commercial goals.

Folicello's portfolio includes sparkling wines made via the ancestral method, still reds, and skin-contact whites. Try their Lambrusco Pét-Nat, Rosato Pét-Nat, John Doe Orange, and Bianco Pét-Nat. Browse more selections from this producer and other best-selling natural wines.

Wine region

Emilia–Romagna, Italy

milia-Romagna stretches across northern Italy from the Po River plains to the Apennine Mountains, with the Adriatic Sea moderating its eastern climate. This region ranks among Italy's largest wine producers by volume, with over 53,000 hectares under vine generating approximately 6.1 million hectoliters annually. The territory divides into two distinct historical areas: Emilia to the west, centered around Bologna, Modena, and Parma, and Romagna along the Adriatic coast to the east.

Winemaking traditions here date to the seventh century BCE, when Etruscan settlers first cultivated vines. The Romans later expanded viticulture along the Via Aemilia, the ancient road that gave the region its name. Today, Emilia-Romagna cultivates a diverse range of grape varieties, with Trebbiano accounting for roughly 30 percent of plantings, followed by Lambrusco at 18 percent and Sangiovese at 16 percent.

The western Emilia zone, where Folicello is located near Modena, features predominantly flat terrain with fertile alluvial soils composed of clay, silt, and sand deposited by the Po River and its tributaries. This area is famous for Lambrusco production, but growers also cultivate Sangiovese, Malbo Gentile, and various white varieties including Pignoletto, Trebbiano, and Malvasia.

Beyond wine, Emilia-Romagna produces some of Italy's most celebrated foods: Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, prosciutto di Parma, aceto balsamico tradizionale from Modena, and fresh egg pasta including tortellini and tagliatelle. This gastronomic heritage influences local winemaking, with producers crafting wines specifically suited to the rich regional cuisine.

The natural wine movement has gained significant traction in Emilia-Romagna, with producers embracing organic viticulture and minimal-intervention cellar practices to create authentic expressions of local varieties.

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Frequently asked question

When is my order shipping?

We are doing your best to ship your order in 2-3 business days.

We will process and ship your order in 2-3 business days, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking as soon as the Carrier scans the shipping label.

Ground shipping time depends on location, here's a breakdown:

West Coast: 1-2 business days
Midwest: 3-4 business days
East Coast: 5 business days

Process time is not shipping time. Shipping time starts from the days successive to the day of shipping, after the order has been processed.

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Do I have to sign upon delivery?

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If applicable, please consider delivering the package to a business address to ensure someone is available to sign for the package.

We also have the option of delivering the package to a Carrier's store for pickup. Please reach out to us to coordinate.

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If you miss a delivery and a package gets returned to us we have two options:

1) Reship the package right away: due to the very high cost of shipping and returns, we must charge a re-shipping fee to be determined based on package size and shipping destination.

2) Consolidate the returned package with your next order: this option is free of charge and it's the most popular option.

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