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Son Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes
Marche Bianco Spumante 2019 IGT from Ribona Maceratino (Classic Method brut nature) – Podere Sabbioni winery Last summer I had the chance to meet Massimo, Maria Grazia and Laura Carletti, Podere Sabbioni winery. The cellar is located in the heart of the Marche region. I was surprised because of their work and passion, for the…
Read MoreSon Of A Lesser God: Baratuciat, An Interesting White Variety For Refreshing Sparkling Wines In Piedmont
Recently in Turin, I met Mrs Valentina Peracino, the president of the Associazione Tutela del Baratuciat e Vitigni Minori. This association was born in 2019, initially to give a voice to a group of small producers of baratuciat who were outside the borders of the Val di Susa, who hoped for an expansion of the…
Read MoreSon Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes
Aurelia Classic Method Sparkling Wine, Andrea Bruzzone Winery During a wine fair held in Genoa on February 2nd and 3rd, Andrea Bruzzone presented a unique Classic Method sparkling wine, a collective expression of the white grape varieties grown in Liguria. A blend of grapes that takes you on a journey through this long and narrow…
Read MoreUnique Sparkling Wines
Tasting your way through the unconquerable amount of sparkling wine produced each year can take you to all four corners of the globe, giving you the chance to meet so many incredible and talented people within the wine industry, all utilising their own knowledge, skills and tradition to produce their sparkling wines. With so much…
Read MoreA Greek Sparkling Wine to Celebrate the New Year: Azzardà Extra Brut 2021 Blanc de Noir Milia Riza
The new year brings with it countless resolutions and fresh opportunities—what better occasion to celebrate with a truly special and undoubtedly little-known sparkling wine? I had the pleasure of tasting this wine thanks to a dear Greek friend Haris Papandreou, a true connoisseur who introduced me to this sparkling gem from Nemea, in the Peloponnese.…
Read MoreSon Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes: Montonico
Montonico Bianco is an ancient Italian grape variety with deep roots in the heart of Abruzzo, a region renowned for its rich winemaking traditions and indigenous grape varieties. For its long history and unique characteristics, it represents a vital part of the biodiversity of Abruzzo’s viticulture. The origins of Montonico Bianco probably date back to…
Read MoreSons Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes: Erbaluce Di Caluso
Erbaluce di Caluso or Caluso is a small denomination in Piedmont that occupies an area of 415 hectares, of which 256 can claim the Caluso DOCG denomination from the Erbaluce grape variety. The Erbaluce di Caluso or Caluso DOC was established in 1967 and obtained DOCG recognition in 2010. We are in the morainic amphitheater…
Read MoreSon Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes: Prie’ Blanc
The Prié blanc is an indigenous white grape variety from the Aosta Valley with uncertain origins. It might originate from the Savoie or Valais regions, but its presence in the Aosta Valley dates back a very long time, where it has undergone genetic mutations that have led to its current characteristics. It is mainly cultivated…
Read MoreSon Of A Lesser God: Sparkling Wines From Almost Unknown Grapes: Nerello Mascalese
Our journey to discover sparkling wines made from lesser-known grapes takes us to Sicily, and more precisely to Mount Etna, where the indigenous Nerello Mascalese grape grows. This grape is undoubtedly the undisputed protagonist of Etna Rosso DOC and also contributes 40-50% to the DOC Faro blend. It is well-suited for sparkling wine production. Nerello…
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