Introduction Valle d’Aosta has some influences of Switzerland and France, being nestled in between these two regions and Piedmont. The cool continental climate allows winemakers to mostly make remarkable whites. Aromatic grape varieties such as Moscato, Gewurztraminer, Müller-Thurgau thrive in such environments. The long growing seasons allow grapes to ripen […]
Introduction Many consider Piedmont to be a quintessential territory for red varieties. Nebbiolo has the lion’s share here as two famous DOCGs (Barolo and Barbaresco) come from this troublesome variety. However, there are still some white varieties that wine lovers shouldn’t miss. Timorasso, Favorita, Arneis, Moscato, Erbaluce are names that […]
Introduction This article is going to focus on a grape variety that every wine lover knows. Known by the majority as Vermentino, this grape variety has been called in several ways through the years. Familiarizing yourself and knowing all the names that have been used will help you appreciate this […]
Introduction Trentino isn’t well-known for its DOCGs for sure. It doesn’t have any indeed. But every Italian knows this wine region is always able to surprise with elegant and unique wines. Nosiola is just one of the countless indigenous grapes to take into account while visiting the fascinating region of […]
Introduction South of Italy is famous for its countless indigenous grape varieties. Knowing them all is almost impossible even for Italian Sommeliers or wine experts. Wine books rarely mention them. Not because they aren’t worth it, but because their origins are usually ancient and, as a result, they are becoming […]