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Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist22 viewsbarolobeaujolaiscaliforniachampagnechardonnaygamay - news
Nebbiolo from Canavese, between plain and mountain
written by Erika Mantovan The grape best known for giving life to the “wine of kings” and Piedmont form an
by Erika Mantovan27 viewsitalynewsalto-canavesecalusocanavese-nebbiolocarema - news
The Random Samples—5/8/2026
It is time for another edition of “Random Samples”–I occasionally get samples from marketing agencies and/or producers. These can often be grouped together into some sort of overarching theme: Muret-Gaston is French for Old Friends (not really, but it should … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist17 viewscabernet-sauvignoncaliforniachardonnaygrilloitalian-wineitaly - news
A Few More Wines From My Avalon Rhine River Cruise
The ship has sailed and I am halfway through this trip on the Rhine River with Avalon Waterways. I saw many steeply sloped vineyards yesterday south of Koblenz as well as a few castles perched on hillsides. Today we passed by Heidelberg. Here are my tasting notes for a few more wines I enjoyed during my dinners. I have been...
by mywinepal21 viewsaustriacruisegermanyitalypinot-blancprimitivo - news
A Few Wines From My Avalon Rhine River Cruise
Cruising on the Rhine River with Avalon Waterways cruise line, the wine list at dinner changes daily. Here are a few of the wines I tasted from my first two dinners. All wines from the cruise are European. Many are from Austria. None of these wines are currently available through the BC Liquor store, but who know, they may be...
by mywinepal21 viewsaustriagruner-veltlineritalymerlotorganiczweigelt - news
Tenuta Castellaro
written by Erika Mantovan Do you want to know a volcanic wine from the Aeolian Islands? Amid the hills of
by Erika Mantovan12 viewsitalynewscave-di-caolinoeolielentschossidiana - news
Tonnino’s sicilian journey
written by Erika Mantovan Organic wines for the contemporary palate: juicy, fresh, and harmonious Amid the rolling hills between Alcamo
by Erika Mantovan21 viewshotelitalynero-d-avolaorganicpinot-grigiosicilia - news
Chianti Classico Riserva 2018 – Podere Capaccia
Wine: Chianti Classico Riserva Variety composition: 100% Sangiovese. Denomination: Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G.. Alcoholic strength: 14,5% vol. Vintage: 2018. Serving temperature: 16° – 18° C. Rating: 92/100 — Other company labels in Wine Guide — Podere Capaccia Localita’ Capaccia 53017 Radda in Chianti (SI) – TUSCANY – ITALY Phone +39 0577 738385 E-mail: info@poderecapaccia.com Website: […] L'articolo Chianti Classico Riserva 2018 – Podere Capaccia proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
by Piero Pardini24 viewsitalyreviews-ratings92-100chianti-classico-riserva-2018chianti-classico-riserva-d-o-c-gpiero-pardini - news
Welcome, Chardonnay Quintessenz 2023
written by Erika Mantovan Kaltern pays tribute to the world’s most widely planted grape A sip of character, full of
by Erika Mantovan26 viewsitalynewsalto-adigecantina-kalternchardonnaylago-di-caldaro - news
Fontalloro 2021 – Fèlsina
Wine: Fontalloro Variety composition: 100% Sangiovese. Denomination: Toscana I.G.T.. Alcoholic strength: 14% vol.. Vintage: 2021. Serving temperature: 16° – 18° C. Rating: 94/100 — Other company labels in Wine Guide — Fèlsina Via del Chianti, 101 53019 Castelnuovo Berardenga (SI) – TUSCANY – ITALY Phone +39 0577 355117 E-mail: info@felsina.it Website: www.felsina.it L'articolo Fontalloro 2021 – Fèlsina proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
by Piero Pardini20 viewsitalyreviews-ratings94-100felsinafontalloro-2021piero-pardini - news
Terminum 2023 – Cantina Tramin
Wine: Terminum Variety composition: 100% Gewürztraminer. Denomination: Alto Adige D.O.C.. Alcoholic strength: 11% vol. Vintage: 2023. Serving temperature: 12° – 14° C. Rating: 96/100 — Other company labels in Wine Guide — Cantina Tramin Strada del Vino, 144 39040 Termeno (BZ) – ALTO ADIGE – ITALY Phone: +39 0471 096633 E-mail: info@cantinatramin.it Website: www.cantinatramin.it L'articolo Terminum 2023 – Cantina Tramin proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
by Piero Pardini19 viewsitalyreviews-ratings96-100alto-adige-d-o-calto-adige-winealto-adige-wine-guide - news
Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds
Have you ever tried a wine made from ungrafted, prephylloxera vines that are over 140 years old? Enter the Terre Nere Etna Rosso Prephylloxera Don Peppino 2023 from Mount Etna in Sicily, Europe’s largest active volcano. This wine is in a league of its own. The 2023 is ‘intensely layered, more lifted and graceful than expected’ and ‘impossibly […] The post Terre Nere: Valuable and venerable volcanic reds appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior25 viewsallinternational-wineseric-guidoeuropeitalyjames-suckling - news
Muratori: a promising future for Franciacorta, built on vision and quality
written by Erika Mantovan From dream to legacy: how Muratori’s new chapter blends heritage, vision, and the taste of future
by Erika Mantovan21 viewsaustraliaitalyblanc-de-noirbrutchardonnayfranciacorta - news
Canto Del Principe Tre Cipressi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Review
Brunello from Trader Joe’s, but is it good enough? We review the Canto Del Principe Tre Cipressi Brunello di Montalcino ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen32 views9brunelloitalysangiovesetrader-joe-s - news
Sullavìa: in the land of Barbera, a Pinot Noir of energy and depth is born
written by Erika Mantovan At Vinitaly 2026, the Bava family unveils Sullavìa 2024, the first vintage of their new Piemonte
by Erika Mantovan19 viewsitalynewsaglianopiemontepinot-noir - news
A Quick Visit with Some Wines from Alto Adige
Way back when, at the very start of this blog, I made a promise of sorts to myself and, by extension, those who stop by here from time to time. Simply put? I would not make stuff up. Having been … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist19 viewsalto-adigeblauburgundergewurztramineritalypinot-blancpinot-noir - news
Attems Ramato Friuli Pinot Grigio – Unique and Delicious
Find it and try it. We review the Attems Ramato Friuli Pinot Grigio, a unique and delicious expression of Pinot ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen22 viewspinot-grigio9highly-recommendeditaly - news
Parma Food Valley: Where Italy’s culinary soul comes to life
From Parmigiano Reggiano and prosciutto to Lambrusco and balsamic vinegar, a four-day journey through Emilia-Romagna reveals why this corner of Italy remains one of the world’s great gastronomic destinations There are places you visit for the sights, and then there are places you visit for the flavours. Italy’s Parma Food Valley—set within the fertile heart of Emilia-Romagna—belongs firmly in the latter category. Over the four days that I spent weaving through the elegant streets of Parma, the culinary powerhouse of Modena, and the quieter charm of Colorno and other nearby towns, one thing became abundantly clear: here, food is not simply consumed—it is lived. Read Also: Exploring Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast: wine, food, and culture That idea feels especially relevant now. Italian cuisine has recently been recognized by UNESCO as part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage. It’s an acknowledgment not just of recipes, but of rituals, traditions, and a deeply rooted connection between
by Carmelo Giardina20 viewstravel-leisurefood-wineitalylifestyleplacesregions - news
Etna, magnetic attraction
Mount Etna, Sicily’s majestic volcano, shapes a unique terroir where vines have been cultivated on volcanic soils for centuries. Today, this rapidly evolving wine-growing landscape is marked by the rise of white wines - particularly those made from Carricante - which are redefining its identity.
by Lola Mulard28 viewsnewscarricanteetnaetna-biancoetna-docetna-rosso - news
From Veneto, Italy: L’Antico Amorini Rosso Imperatore IGTPR SAMPLE
When I first read the label, I almost thought that this is an Amarone from Veneto. But on closer inspection the label says Amorini. There is no official tasting notes from the winery that I could locate. I did find a few other websites that reviewed this wine and it appears that this wine is a blend of two or...
by mywinepal15 viewscabernet-sauvignoncorvinaitalymerlotvenetoamorini - news
Pizzeria Spacca Napoli: Celebrating 10 Years of Business in Port MoodyPR SAMPLE
This April, Port Moody’s Pizzeria Spacca Napoli marks 10 years of wood-fired Neapolitan craft – a milestone that arrives with a new addition to the kitchen and two firsts for the restaurant. Recently arrived from Naples, pizzaiolo Salvatore Russo brings more than 25 years of experience in Neapolitan pizzerias, including overseeing multiple kitchens. His arrival deepens a program already rooted in traditional...
by mywinepal22 viewschiantifood-and-wine-pairingitalypizzafood-and-wine-pairingspasta - news
3x Rye Whisky: Arbikie / inQuota / Tennessee
A review of three rye whiskies from across the globe, including releases from Scotland (Arbikie), Tennessee (an Archives release) and Italy (inQuota).
by Thijs Klaverstijn20 viewsitalyarbikiehighlandsreviewsscotlandunited-states - news
The Alpine Wines of Trentino: Mountain Elegance and Terroir
Where Alpine Wines Begin You walk the vineyard before anything is picked. Under the pergola, the canopy filters the light and slows the ripening a little. The ground is still wet from heavy overnight rain. It’s one of those seasons where timing has become harder to judge. You move along the row, noticing how unevenly […] The post The Alpine Wines of Trentino: Mountain Elegance and Terroir appeared first on Cellar Tours .
by Sara Porro15 viewsitalyitalian-wine - news
Do You Also Enjoy Bubbles Whenever, Because You Can?
All kinds of holidays have sparkling wines attached to them, in fact all of them. But I have to ask, do you also enjoy bubbles whenever, just because you can? I do, why not? Carbonation is exciting, or sodas wouldn’t even exist, although I don’t drink sodas. I don’t need that extra sugar. But… I […] The post Do You Also Enjoy Bubbles Whenever, Because You Can? first appeared on Wine Blog .
by Jo Diaz17 viewsbubblybubbly-wineitalyitaly-wineswineprosecco