….that, is the essence of Monteraponi. ~ The Master at Monteraponi: Michele Braganti ~ I last tasted this wine as part of my Blind Chianti Classico dinner and since then, this wonderful Sangiovese has fleshed out more and is showing…

~ Fog shrouds vineyards near Baricci in Montosoli ~ Ever since tasting a range of Baricci’s wines at Slow-Wine earlier this year I quickly became a fan of this classic producer in the heart of the Brunello district near Montosoli.  …

~ Cantina Oddero: Perched high atop the Langhe Hills ~   When most people think of Barbera, I suspect their first inclination would be to recall examples from Alba.  Perhaps rightfully so, as more producers make wine from that commune than…