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The south-facing vineyards also favour ripening, and low yields give great aromatic capacity and highly concentrated must.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard is farmed organically, with no pesticides, herbicides or chemical fertilisers that could harm the environment. In this way the soil's natural biological activity is kept intact, allowing the vineyard to express the true identity of its surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are picked entirely by hand and taken to the winery in small plastic crates. Once there, only the bunches in the best condition are selected. 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