The best wines of Italy and why they are different than wines in other growing regions of the world.
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Old World Wines vs. New World Wines
By accepted definition, “Old World” wines are those that come from the long-established winemaking countries of Europe — primarily Italy, France and Germany, although some would include countries of the Near East and North Africa in the definition. “New World”…
Tagged with: France, Germany, Italy, New World wines, Old World wines, wine styles
Posted in Wine Buzz
Posted in Wine Buzz
Italy’s Most Beloved White Wines
Okay, let’s play “fill in the blank.” Ready? Here goes… Real Italians ________________________________________. I know quite a few “real Italians,” so I have a bevy of potential “blank fillers.” But this is a wine blog, so I’m thinking specifically of…
Tagged with: Falanghina, Italian wines, Italy, Pinot Grigio, Prosecco, travel, white wine
Posted in Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass
Posted in Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass
Tuscany? Someday. Meanwhile, Let’s Drink Some Italian Wine
People love Italy for an array of reasons. Some can be very specific about what it is they love; others simply know they love it. A sampling of observations… “You may have the universe if I may have Italy.” —…
