Tag: white wine
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What is an “Autoctono” Vine and Why does it matter?
The word comes from the Greek autòs (self) and chthòn (earth). In the wine world, it means a grape that was born in, belongs to, and thrives in one specific territory.Why does it matter? * Biodiversity: It’s the opposite of a “supermarket” wine. The “Red” Heavyweights (Bacca Rossa) Nebbiolo: The Noble Fog • Cool Fact:…
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The Sommelier experience discovering White Barolo
Timorasso is a rare white wine grape native to the Piedmont region, primarily grown in the Colli Tortonesi area. Known for its vibrant acidity and mineral complexity, Timorasso produces wines that age beautifully, gaining depth and character over time, unusual for a white wine. Costa Vescovato is the little village around which most producers are…
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The Sommelier experience Discovering Arneis Wines in Roero: A Journey Through Four Distinct Wineries
Our recent trip to the Roero region offered an unforgettable exploration of Arneis wines, a lesser-known gem from Piedmont. It is a beautiful white wine that holds its ground in what is known as a red wine region. Once upon a time wineries usedArnies to add to Nebbiolo but since then if fell out of…
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When Cortese becomes Gavi
Cortese and Gavi: A Perfect Pairing from Piedmont If you are looking for a refreshing and elegant white wine to enjoy with seafood, cheese, or light pasta dishes, you might want to try cortese and gavi. Cortese is a grape variety native to Piedmont, a region in northwest Italy famous for its red wines like…
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Arneis: The Little Rascal of Piedmont
If you are looking for a white wine that is crisp, floral, and full-bodied, you might want to try Arneis, a native grape variety from Piedmont, Italy. Arneis is also known as the “little rascal” because it is notoriously difficult to grow and vinify. But don’t let that scare you away. Arneis wines are worth…
