Classic pair from the Siena days: Vin Santo and Amaretti al Limone. To satisfy cravings for almonds, honey, cognac, butter, sherry, … More
Tag: Tuscany
Cannalichio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino, 2008
Just when you thought I got lost in Jura or the Natural Wine Laser Beam, here’s one for the old … More
Emidio Pepe, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, 2001
“If we never did anything we shouldn’t do, we’d never feel good about doing the things we should”. -Frank … More
Emidio Pepe, Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, 2012
The funny thing about Italian wine is that in a way it’s wonderfully predictable, clearly expressive, filled with straightforward … More
Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino, 2003
It’s ok not to have tried many Brunellos, I tell myself. I don’t really drink them because I haven’t … More
Grape Talk: Trebbiano (aka ++++)
In France, Trebbiano is mainly referred to as Ugni Blanc. However, in the Cognac region (where it is 1 of … More
Minor Differences: Blood Grapes of Central Italy
Grape Talk: Red “C” Grapes
Several lesser-known red grapes usually recognized as part of a blend, that all start with C.
Colli Aretini Chianti, Paterna, 2011
Eric Asimov rated this the best new Chianti under $20 in 2014. Imported by a small local company, SelectioNaturel and … More
