Angiolino Maule is the founder of the VinNatur association (2006) and the most influential figure in the Italian natural wine movement. La Biancara farms 7 hectares of Garganega on volcanic basalt in Gambellara DOC. The Pico (skin-contact Garganega) and Sassaia (direct-press white) are the flagships. No sulfur additions in the cellar; wild yeast fermentation; no fining or filtering.
Tip: La Biancara wines are only reliably available through VinNatur-affiliated importers; in the Veneto, look at specialist natural wine bars in Verona for the Sassaia and Pico.
La Biancara's natural wine philosophy precludes all fining agents, including animal-derived isinglass, casein (milk protein), albumin (egg white) and gelatin. The no-addition approach is documented in VinNatur member protocols. All Angiolino Maule cuvees are vegan-compatible.
Tip: Natural wine by definition at La Biancara is also vegan-compatible; the Sassaia Gambellara Classico is the easiest entry point and is available at Venetian natural wine bars.