Tag Archives: Italy

Nebbiolo King of Piedmonte

Posted on September 20, 2012 by

  Nebbiolo Nebbiolo is considered to be one of the classic grape varieties of Italy. Nebbiolo is also the only grape grown in the great Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG’s. In my next post, I will discuss the Barolo region and … Continue reading →

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The Chianti Challenge: Three Decades of Frescobaldi

Posted on April 1, 2008 by

Anyone who’s read Blanc de Noir for long knows we’re both huge fans of Italian wines. There’s just something about the diversity, quality, and sheer fun factor of Italian wines – whether it’s a casual summer patio sipper or a … Continue reading →

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Protect Your Brain: Drink More Champagne

Posted on May 19, 2007 by

If you’re looking for an excuse to drink more bubbly – like we really need one? – here’s some great news from the good folks at University of Reading in England and the Università Degli Studi di Cagliari in Monserrato, … Continue reading →

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