Palazzo Contucci (credit Contucci) The wines of Montepulciano have a long history dating to at least the Renaissance, and the Contucci family has been growing grapes and making wine at least that long. The Contucci Cellar, built in the inner walls of the city dates to the 13th century, and the family home, the Palazzo Contucci, constructed in 1517 on …

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A first round of extra tariffs on US goods coming into the European Union, which was set to include a 50% levy on American whiskies, may be put back for around two weeks until mid-April, said European trade commissioner Maroš Šef?ovi?. EU counter-measures targeting ‘boats to bourbon to motorbikes’ were announced after the US said it would impose tariffs on …

Looking towards Verduno from Annunziata. The 2021 Barolo vintage has arrived, and it’s making waves. Tastings reveal a vintage of striking character, ripe fruit, and formidable structure, hinting at impressive longevity. But some wines miss the mark, highlighting the vintage’s nuanced complexity. Certain communes shine, while others deliver mixed results. Discover which regions and specific vineyards are producing the most …

Refined and polished, with a mineral and herb tinge to the creamed plum and cherry core, lingering nicely around suave tannins. Drink now through 2032. 8,000 cases made, 2,500 cases imported. Source : 1c4e881f9eafc6c160743e8b41788c09

Vineyard in Kakheti, Georgia. The progress Georgia has made in the last decade is astonishing – on two fronts, in particular. The first is the country’s work with its genetic treasure chest of grape varieties. On my first visit in 2013, these seemed a research curiosity, and their widespread adoption and use in the country’s most ambitious wines was tentative. …

spelio has added a photo to the pool: Jenny and Matt pop in for dinner with an Italian Pino Grigio Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/spelio/52298026721/in/pool-14289677@N00