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Di Giovanna Grillo and Nerello Mascalese

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Di Giovanna New Releases: 2021 Grillo & Nerello Mascalese Rosato

If you’re looking for refreshing, flavorful wines to quench your thirst this summer, then look no further than the latest 2021 release from Di Giovanna. The family-owned winery, currently managed…

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9 min

World of Wine

10 Valentine’s Day Wine Pairings for Romantic Comedies

Valentine’s Day tends to be one of those take it or leave it holidays. Some savor the opportunity to spend quality time with their significant other. While others reluctantly see…

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4 min

World of Wine

Moulin-à-Vent: The Prestigious Beaujolais Cru

Although I lived in Burgundy for just over a year, I somehow managed to never make it to Beaujolais. If I believed in regrets, this might be one of mine.…

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2 min

Rare Varieties

Feteasca Regala: Must Try Eastern European White Wine

Along with Feteasca Neagra and Feteasca Alba, there’s another Feteasca growing throughout Eastern European wine regions. Feteasca Regala grows widely in Romania and Moldova. Of all the Feteasca varieties, you’re…

Burgundy Fine Wine, French fine wine, French wine region

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7 min

World of Wine

Fine Wine Worldwide: Your Guide to the 5 Top Regions

New year, new wine destinations! Treat yourself in 2022 and start exploring the fine wine regions of the world. I’m sure you’ve heard about Piedmont or Champagne, but how much…

Piedmont travel guide, rizzi, barbaresco

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10 min

World of Wine

Piedmont Travel Guide: Discover the Best of a World Class Region

Out of all the wine regions I’ve visited in my life, Piedmont is hands down my favorite. This Italian wine region checks all the boxes. Stunning views of verdant rolling…

Freisa, italian wine, red wine, piedmont, piemonte italy

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4 min

Rare Varieties

Freisa – A Rare Italian Red Related to Nebbiolo

Can you name Nebbiolo’s closest relative? A rare red grape native to Piedmont, Freisa apparently has a parent-offspring relationship with Nebbiolo. According to Ian D’Agata, the maestro of vino Italiano,…

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3 min

Rare Varieties

Pelaverga a.k.a. One of Piedmont’s Most Delicious Rare Varieties

Let’s explore yet another delicious, rare variety from the rolling hills of the Langhe in Piemonte. Nebbiolo really steals the show in this Italian wine region. Yet there is a…

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4 min

Rare Varieties

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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3 min

Rare Varieties

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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Di Giovanna New Releases: 2021 Grillo & Nerello Mascalese Rosato

10 Valentine’s Day Wine Pairings for Romantic Comedies

Moulin-à-Vent: The Prestigious Beaujolais Cru

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Feteasca Regala: Must Try Eastern European White Wine

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Freisa – A Rare Italian Red Related to Nebbiolo

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