Tag
~ Walking the Estate at La Carraia ~ The philosophy is simple at La Carraia. “Good wine can only be made with good grapes.” It may seem simple, and of course it’s true and the aim of every winery, but…
Continue reading
In 1814, while his friend and Governor of Virginia held office, Thomas Jefferson designed and began constructing what would become the mansion at Barboursville. Jefferson was a lover of wine, and Italian wine in particular. I’ve written about his…
Continue reading
~ Fattoria Casabianca ~ Due south of Siena and north west of Montalcino lies the 654 hectare estate of Fattoria Casabianca. Fattoria Casabianca is a complete working farm. The estate produces various products from grains to wine…
Continue reading~ Autumn comes to Caprai’s Vineyards ~ Founded in 1971 by Patriarch Arnaldo Caprai, what was once a small 12.5 acre estate is now one of the largest in Montefalco. Today the Arnaldo Caprai winery encompasses over 370 acres including…
Continue reading~ Poliziano Winery ~ Poliziano traces its family roots back to Angelo Poliziano – the classical scholar and poet of the Florentine Renaissance. But it was a mere 47 years ago, 1968 to be precise, that the first vintage of…
Continue readingSometimes the simple recipes are the best. Comforting and delicious, this straightforward recipe is easy to prepare, versatile, and healthy. For the many Moms out there who read this blog, this is a “sneaky” way to get a huge helping…
Continue reading~ Montepulciano ~ The La Braccesca estate is the Antinori’s property located in and around the hill town of Montepulciano. The estate extends over 420 hectares and is composed of two separate blocks. The historic center of the estate is…
Continue reading~ The colors of Autumn mean Vendemmia ~ Vendemmia, 2015. For months we waited with anticipation in hopes that Mother Nature would provide ideal conditions for harvest. After a 2014 that was uniformly rainy and saw many producers across Italy declassifying…
Continue readingThe above photo, a random image from Tuscany, is filled with cypress and olive trees, vineyards, rosemary and wild herbs. It’s a typical view from atop a hill town but it encompasses much of what is great about Tuscany –…
Continue reading~ Sea of Vines on Angelo Gaja’s Marmemma Estate ~ When you hear the name Angelo Gaja, you immediately think Piedmont – of unctuous, mouthwatering, flashy Barolo and Barbaresco that have set standards for quality and their maverick dismissal of…
Continue reading
Support Tuscan Vines by Purchasing at Gary's Wine & Marketplace - Click Here
Readers of my website get an exclusive benefit from Enoteca di Piazza in Montalcino!
Use the Coupon Code “FODERA” to receive 10% off your entire order. No expiration! No limits!
Click the link to start shopping: Enoteca di Piazza
My insight. Your advantage!
