A wine that was accurately described as “bold” by the tasters with me that evening. This wine is fruitier than...
A light red wine that’s easy to drink — and a little different from anything you might have tried before....
Piedmont's other red grape comes onto the world market with a new, colorful cast of winemaking characters. Read More
In this, the second part of the series, we dive into the dizzying world of Monferrato. Moscato and barbera may reign, but it’s these multitudes of obscure and fascinating grape varieties that really keep wine geeks coming back for more. Read More
I’d fallen in love with studying art history in high school and regretted, throughout college, that I’d chosen a different—seemingly more practical—route (at the time studying journalism still seemed like a splendid idea). Wine reminded me that I use my brain best when the subject concerns beauty. Read More
On November 5, 2011, 120 or so wine professionals and wine lovers, as well as the wine curious, gathered in...
Light, translucent ruby in color. Strawberries dominate on the nose. Strawberries and rhubarb are on the palate, tart, clean, and brightly acidic. Fennel pops on the mid-palate. Tannins are light and very fine. This is a bright food wine, one to provide counter-balance to rich cheeses and light meats. Drink with ravioli stuffed with spinach or veal ravioli. Highly Recommended. DH Read More