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The Italian Connection: Beaujolais Crus & Ancient Rome
The end of November is here and with it our tables are being adorned with French Beaujolais. This ritualistic gulping down of Beaujolais is for good reason – not only is the freshly harvested and vinified Nouveau released on the … Continue reading
Posted in Grapes: Black, Historical Stuff, Holidays, Red Wines
Tagged Ancient Romans, Autumn, Beaujolais, Beaujolais nouveau, Benedictine monks, Burgundy, Cassino, Chardonnay, Cinsault, French Wine, French wine history, Gamay, Italian Wine, Italy, medieval wine, Merlot, Novello, Pinot Noir, red wine, Schiava, Wine History
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Italian Wine Regions: Abruzzo
Abruzzo [say it: ah-BRUT-zo], on the east coast of central Italy, is a region full of color: the deep blue of the Adriatic sea, the grey of the mountains and castles from centuries past, greens of the national parks, and … Continue reading
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Tagged Abruzzo, adriatic, bombino bianco, Cerasuolo, Chardonnay, Chieti, Grapes, Italian Wine, Italy, Montepulciano, Pescara, Pinot Nero, red wine, Rose, terroir, Trebbiano, Vino, White Wine, wine appellations, Wine Regions
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FAQ: Where does the “Grigio” come from in Pinot Grigio?
FAQ: Doesn’t “grigio” mean “grey”? Aren’t Pinot Grigio wines white…? Where does the name come from? Short Answer: Pinot Grigio, is technically a “grey” grape! Its wines range in style from pale lemon to deep gold to orange. Longer Answer: … Continue reading
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Tagged Black Grape, Champagne, Chardonnay, grey grape, Italian Wine, Orange wine, Pinot, Pinot chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, red wine, rose wine, White Wine, Wine, wine color
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