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Category Archives: Italy
Igreco Catà Rosso Calabria 2007
Ever tried Gaglioppo? Neither had I until I uncorked a bottle of Igreco Catà Rosso Calabria 2007 last week. The Gaglioppo grape is predominantly grown in southern Italy and generally benefits from a little time in the bottle. Not knowing what to … Continue reading
Li Veli Orion Primitivo 2010
Primitivo…it may sound a bit exotic to some but it is actually the same grape as Zinfandel. Li Veli Orion Primitivo hails from Salento, which is part of the Apulia region of Italy. 100% Primitivo and a textbook example of how enjoyable Primitivo … Continue reading
Holiday Sparkling Wine Pick – Valdo Oro Puro Prosecco Superior
Over the next several days, I am going to feature some sparkling wines at different price points that are great for both Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. The first pick is a Prosecco which is a great choice when you want to … Continue reading
Simply Italian! 2010 Vallevò Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
I am a big fan of Italian wines that are casual and food friendly. Vallevò Montepulciano d’Abruzzo definitely fits this category. It is an easy sipper harmonious with the most humble (and delicious) of Italian dishes. About the Wine- From the … Continue reading
Mini-Review- Battaglio Langhe Nebbiolo Funtana 2010
Nebbiolo is an Italian wine that I really enjoy drinking. It often has a very earthy palate that makes it distinct from a lot of other wines. I uncorked a bottle of Battaglio Langhe Nebbiolo Funtana 2010 over the weekend and was impressed with its simple, good … Continue reading
Mini-Review- Stefano Farina 2009 Chianti “La Ginestra”
Good Italian wine for around $10…I’m in! That is exactly what I found when I uncorked a bottle of Stefano Farina 2009 Chianti “La Ginestra”. This blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo is very balanced with 13% alcohol. The … Continue reading
Budget-Minded Summer Whites
I have spent the last week tasting through some inexpensive, white wines that have landed at my front door and, believe me, I have had some pretty bad bottles. In the midst of all of the not so good wines, … Continue reading
Mini-Review- Rocca Di Castagnoli Buriano 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
Complex, balanced, and extremely tasty…this is exactly what comes to mind when I think of Rocca Di Castagnoli Buriano 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon. This Tuscan red is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and has 13.5% alcohol. Rocca Di Castagnoli Buriano Cabernet Sauvignon has a … Continue reading
Mini-Review- Ruffino Orvieto Classico 2009
Orvieto…it is not exactly the first wine you think of when you think Italian white wines. I had the chance to try it for the first time over the weekend and was pleasantly surprised at its light, floral qualities. It … Continue reading
Mini-Review – Nipozzano Chianti Reserva 2008
There is not much that I find more enjoyable than a perfectly cooked Italian meal along with a stellar bottle of Italian wine. A few weeks ago, I made homemade linguine and opened a bottle of Nipozzano Chianti Reserva 2008. This Italian wine is … Continue reading
