Category Archives: italy
Italian Regions: Emilia Romagna On My Mind, Modena DOC
I’ve finally had more time to read the news and look at the devastating pictures of Emilia Romagna. Scary. According to this story published yesterday on the Wine Enthusiast’s website, much of the damage has been to the cheese industry … Continue reading
World Science Festival, Oscar del Vino and Emilia Romagna
It’s hard to believe it is the end of the month already. Summer’s here, the World Science Festival is back in town and troubling news of earthquakes has been coming from Italy all week. For those who don’t know me, … Continue reading
Italian Regions: Puglia – Brindisi, Maci Family
Brindisi is such a curious word. On the one hand it means let’s have a toast, a “brindisi” to someone or something. On the other, it used to bring to mind ferries going to the Greek islands, a port city … Continue reading
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Vinitaly Day 2, Part 1: Four Day Schedule Welcomed By Producers
I’ve been told my web posts are too long and I am aware of that. I happened to have a lot to say about Italian wines and how they have weaved in and out of my life. This will be … Continue reading
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Vinitaly Day 1: Old Friends, New Friends & Vivit – Natural Wines Debut At Vinitaly
My Vinitaly over the last four years has always started in the same way, with Susanna Crociani, my dear friend and producer of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. I have written about her wines numerous times so today, all I will … Continue reading
Pre-Vinitaly: OperaWine, Verona, Setting Up
Verona, March, Vinitaly. Early, early, early. This year the fair seems to be particularly early and I’m here early too. Every year I come to Vinitaly in a different capacity. This year, I’m here to see my clients, my friends, … Continue reading
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Wine of the Week: Castello di Verduno Pelaverga Basadone
Today I had the occasion to stop by Domenico Valentino’s Tank Sampling at I Trulli. Although I was only there for a short time, I got to taste some fabulous wines including this week’s pick Castello di Verduno Pelaverga Basadone. … Continue reading
Going To Tre Bicchieri New York 2012
I’m running out soon to go to the Tre Bicchieri event soon. I want to say hi to some old friends and try a couple of new wines. This year, I’m interested in white blends, oddly enough. I really feel … Continue reading
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The Sweet Spot: Occhio di Pernice From Poggio Bonelli
At the Italian Wine Masters tasting on Tuesday, I was able to taste a few wines and one in particular really excited my palate, the Occhio di Pernice from Poggio Bonelli. I also tasted the wonderful Chianti and Chianti Riserva … Continue reading
