Author: Verdmont Acqui Terme
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The Sommelier Experience
Piedmont Wine Region (Peed · maant) My region is called “Piemonte” (pee-ay-MONT-ay) in Italy, which translates to “at the foot of the mountains,”Piedmont is one of the country’s and the worlds most venerated regions for wine production. For good reason which you will discover during your signature tasting with me a Somm trained by the Association of Italian Sommeliers. An area of about 9,800…
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My Husband: The Electrician, Plasterer, Network Specialist Extraordinaire (and Verdmont’s Handyman Hero!)
Okay, I might be a little biased, but I’m incredibly proud of my husband and his insanely diverse skillset. He’s not just your average handyman; he’s a triple threat – a talented electrician, a competent plasterer, and a network guru. And if that wasn’t enough, he’s also a familiar face at Verdmont our Piemonte Hotel,…
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Sommelier adventure Ascheri Vini
Discovering Ascheri Vini: Tradition and Innovation in Alba Nestled in the heart of Alba, Ascheri Vini stands as a testament to the timeless traditions of Piemonte winemaking, balanced with a forward-thinking approach. During my visit, I was captivated by the harmony of meticulous craftsmanship and modern techniques, culminating in the production of exceptional wines. A…
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FOOD AND WINE
As some may know we are very passionate about food and wine. We have noted the heavy emphasis on meat when it comes to wine and wanted to shed some light on plant based cuisine that works together with wines. Choosing plant based cuisine is good for you, good for climate and animal welfare. Food…
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Albarossa the great red of Monferrato
Albarossa was born in a Lab, an intriguing and unique hybrid grape variety created in 1938 by Professor Giovanni Dalmasso at the University of Turin. It is a cross between Barbera and Chatus (also known as Nebbiolo di Dronero), combining the acidity and structure of Barbera with the aromatic complexity of Chatus. Though it remained…
