Arvisionadu: Windswept, Wild, and Nearly Forgotten
It’s no secret that I have a soft spot for rare grape varieties. But there’s rare, like Grechetto—unfamiliar to most … Continue reading Arvisionadu: Windswept, Wild, and Nearly Forgotten
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Pignolo: One of Italy’s Most Age-Worthy Wines
When thinking about red wines to cellar from Italy, you probably think of Barolo made from the nebbiolo grape, Brunello … Continue reading Pignolo: One of Italy’s Most Age-Worthy Wines
Crab and Fennel Pasta
This is the recipe I used to pair with Grignolino. It’s a great springtime pasta that’s perfect for sitting outside … Continue reading Crab and Fennel Pasta
Shrimp Pesto Pasta
This is the recipe I used to pair with Rossesse. To keep it easy like I did, buy fresh pesto … Continue reading Shrimp Pesto Pasta
Rossese: The Italian Riviera’s Red Star
When one thinks of the Italian Riviera, images of Portofino or Cinqueterre come to mind full of colorful little buildings … Continue reading Rossese: The Italian Riviera’s Red Star
Carricante: Sicily’s Premiere White
Carricante, as Etna Bianco’s primary white grape, may not be the most obscure varietal in the world but, since I’d … Continue reading Carricante: Sicily’s Premiere White
Off the Beaten Wine Path 