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“Making great wines is complex, a coincidence of circumstances is needed. Special climatic conditions, awareness and caring work in the cellar and finally a good dose of luck.” And this philosophy extends beyond, to the nurturing of the vines and…
Continue readingQuerciabella – “Beautiful Oak” – was founded in 1974 by Giuseppe Castiglioni and today is run by his determined and passionate son Sebastiano. Since 1988 the estate has been organically farming their vineyards throughout Tuscany – a feat that preceded…
Continue reading~ 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…
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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…
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~ 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…
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