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- How has it been possible to reduce by 60 - 70% the pesticides used on Caparsa?
The Caparsa estate uses only copper and sulphur products and no synthetic products are used. We keep the microclimate monitored constantly on our computer and therefore we intervene only when strictly necessary.
- Why are cover crops grown?
Cover crops are grown as a method of protecting the topsoil from erosion and it contributes to the microbiological life. We mow the grass in the vineyard 2-3 times every year.
- What is the "sovescio"?
It is an old natural fertilizing process. Every year we plough the soil and we sow plants that capture the atmosphere's nitrogen and fix it in the soil naturally.
- How are the Caparsa's vineyards fertilized?
Fertilization is made by "sovescio", as previously described, and with organic products.
- What is the average age of the vines on Caparsa?
The vineyards of Caparsa were planted in the 60's - 70's, like in most of Chianti. The vineyards are mature now, and give a wine of high quality and low production.
Last update 04/05/07