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The Rediscovery of Alto Piemonte
Piedmont is a great wine region for several reasons, primarily because of the production of Barolo and Barbaresco. These two reds, crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo, have become two of Italy’s icons on the wine scene, thanks in part to their remarkable distinctiveness, and their ability to age for 20 years…
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Fuligni’s Legacy in Brunello di Montalcino
Today, Brunello di Montalcino is known by every Italian wine lover, and by most anyone who’s ever enjoyed one of the world’s great red wines. Many consider this to be Italy’s finest wine – red or white – and its image is almost universally positive, especially given its staying power,…
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The 2016 Barolo is Here at Last
Finally, some good news we can all get behind – Barolo’s latest offering is one for the ages. “2016 was the vintage we were all waiting for” – Luca Currado, Barolo producer in Castiglione Falletto. One could argue that the wines of Barolo are as good as ever today. Certainly…
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The Beauty of Traditional Barolo
As more consumers experience a greater number of wines from around the world, there is always a learning curve. Naturally, many wine lovers want wines that are easy to drink and easier to understand; this explains the popularity of wines ranging from Provence Rosé to Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The…
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Einaudi, Respecting Dolcetto and Showcasing Barolo
Luigi Einaudi is a famous name in Italian history, as he served as Italy’s first president in 1948. But prior to that in 1897, he purchased his first vineyards in the Dogliani zone, some 25 miles south of the city of Alba; later in 1915, he began to produce wines…
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Barolo and Barbaresco: A Q&A with Ca’ Rome
“You need to get to know Barolo and Barbaresco. You have to drink them often to learn to love them.” – Giuseppe Marengo, Ca’Rome At the Ca’Rome winery in the town of Barbaresco, there is a small quantity of Barbera, Langhe Rosso and Langhe Nebbiolo that is produced, but the…
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