Timorasso – From Nearly Extinct to Cult Classic
While Piemonte is an Italian wine region revered for its legendary red wines, the region also boasts an array of indigenous white varieties worth your time. If you love a…
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Slarina: Almost Extinct Age Worthy Red Wines in Monferrato
Rare Varieties is all about supporting producers passionately working to diversify the wine industry by honoring native grapes of their respective regions. In many instances, the efforts of producers featured…
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Grignolino – A Rebellious Yet Noble Red Variety in Monferrato
Stunning Monferrato, whose rolling vineyards are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, lies within the provinces of Asti and Alessandria in Piedmont. Famous the world over for its Barbera…
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Nascetta – A Rare Variety Making Memorable Wines in Piemonte
While Barolo and Barbaresco have rightfully driven Piemonte to worldwide fame, this leading Italian wine region also boasts several lesser-known, high-quality, rare varieties worth seeking out. On our five-day adventure…
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Oddero – Barolo Legend Sets the Bar High
If you’re planning a trip to the Langhe and trying to squeeze in as many winery visits as possible, be prepared to make some tough decisions. The area is jam-packed…
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Discover Ruché with Ferraris Agricola
I first heard of Ferraris Agricola while enjoying a Wine Scholar Guild seminar on the lesser-known varieties of Piedmont presented by Robin Kick, Master of Wine. As you know, my…
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Wine Faults – How to Tell if a Wine is Bad
Have you ever wondered why smelling wine is such an important step in wine tasting? The reason is twofold. First, much of the pleasure we get from wine is derived…
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What’s it Like to Work at a Winery?
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work at a winery, you’re not alone. Many a wine lover has considered taking a wine industry job to pursue their passion…
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Guide to Burgundy – Start Exploring a World Class Region
Whether you’re a wine novice or well on your way to becoming a connoisseur, you’re bound to be enamored with Burgundy at some point on your wine journey. Home to…
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8 Red Wines for Summer to Serve Chilled
When summer arrives and temperatures climb, many wine lovers tend to reach for white, sparkling, and rosé wines. Yes, these are often fresher and easier drinking with minimal tannins and…
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