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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Gelber Muskateller: One of the Many Faces of Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains
Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains is one of the oldest grape varieties in the world. It’s said to be of … Continue reading Gelber Muskateller: One of the Many Faces of Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains
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
Alicante Bouschet: Planting Roots in the New World
Alicante Bouschet was originally a French grape designed by viticulturist, Henri Bouschet, when he cross bred the grapes Petit Bouschet … Continue reading Alicante Bouschet: Planting Roots in the New World
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
Cod in Coconut Cream Sauce
Here’s the recipe I used to pair with aligote if you want to try it yourself! INGREDIENTS Olive Oil (2 … Continue reading Cod in Coconut Cream Sauce
Aligote: Burgundy’s Other White Grape
There’s a new dirty word emerging in the world of wine. Quaffable. Meaning simple and easy to drink. I’ve noticed … Continue reading Aligote: Burgundy’s Other White Grape
Off the Beaten Wine Path 