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~ Vinous history at Col d’Orcia ~ Proprietor Francesco Cinzano is not one to rest on his vast laurels. For decades he has helmed Col d’Orcia yet about 10 years ago when it became apparent that some of the focus…
Continue reading~ The Ramparts of Castello Banfi ~ When I first tasted dozens of 2008 Brunello, I was immediately struck by the aromatics of the wines and their openness on the palate. I opined at the time that the wines were…
Continue reading~ The sun drenched vineyards of Villa Cafaggio ~ Villa Cafaggio is a postcard. It evokes the sort of images that people use as screensavers. It brings to life the vistas that people travel to Tuscany expecting to see. Situated…
Continue reading~ The Castle Poggio Alle Mura ~ I stood in the vineyard. I smelled the air, the vines; I reached down to let the dirt run through my hand and then allowed the residual dust to permeate the air around…
Continue reading~ The Campo Alla Cerqua vineyard is dominated by a large oak tree that inspires the vineyard’s name ~ Tabarrini is unique in Montefalco. Owner and winemaker Giampaolo Tabarrini is boisterous, passionate and seemingly blessed with limitless energy. He directs…
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