Rosso di Montepulciano always takes a backseat to the more well known Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The same is true for Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino. I get it but these second wines can be supreme and are perfect with simple fare on any given Sunday, like tonight. I had a hotdog on the grill... Continue Reading →
INVITATION TO JOIN WINE PAIRING WEEKEND’S DISCOVERING WINES OF BRAZIL #WINEPW
This month we are heading to Brazil and just in time. This coming Saturday, September 7th, is Brazilian Independence Day. In Portuguese, they say Dia Da Independência. Brazil declared it's independence from Portugal on September 7th, 1822. While the biggest celebrations are of course held in Brazil, any city with a large Portuguese community hosts... Continue Reading →
Vernaccia di San Gimignano: A Fresh Look
I spent some time in San Gimignano for the first time in 11 years this past February. I had forgotten how glorious the town was and how wonderful the wines were. I'll be writing up my notes this weekend on the denomination but for today, I wanted to mention that Vernaccia di San Gimignano was... Continue Reading →
February #WinePW Crociani’s Rosso di Montepulciano and Turkey Chili For A Cold Winter’s Day
February #WinePW Features Women Owned Wineries, Women Who Make Wine Simple Turkey Chili Cheers to Women Owned Wineries and Women Who Make Wine! This February 10, the Wine Pairing Weekend crew as we showcase some of our sweethearts are writing about women who own wineries or make wine — and food that pairs well with... Continue Reading →