The Wine Knitter
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
On a recent trip to Sicily, I had the opportunity to explore the wine regions in the Southeastern part of the island, including a special visit to Vittoria. However, today my article focuses on Vittoria, explaining why this is such a special part of Sicily and introducing a few of its wineries.
The Wine Knitter
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021
However, it is not only the impressive wines; it is the man behind the wines and the particular region of Italy where his vineyards are located. His ancestors owned vineyards and farmland inland in the hills of Reggio Calabria. Finally, I formally launched Altaneve in the spring of 2013.” David harvests five hectares (12.3
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A Wine Story
MAY 18, 2022
My dad and uncle Fili worked in the vineyards on weekends, and I helped out as a kid. And no doubt, some remain buried deep in the earth, perhaps near the Tenuta di Artimino vineyards itself. Vineyards are planted at a higher altitude, resulting in more acidity. How did the professor get there? “It
A Wine Story
MAY 14, 2020
First, most are dedicated family owned or boutique wineries that pride themselves on their vineyards and winemaking skills. What was most special about the evening featuring these stellar wineries in Paso Robles was that the dinner was held in the private room of the trendy “The Dutch” restaurant.
A Wine Story
AUGUST 4, 2021
Melrose Vineyards is located on the bench of the South Umpqua River where once stood an early French Settlement. Melrose Vineyards’ owners (Wayne and the late Deedy Parker) arrived in 1996 to make Umpqua Valley Wine. The original vineyard of 82 acres was planted in the summer of 1996. Umpqua Valley Wine: Melrose Winery.
Sante
FEBRUARY 4, 2020
A specially selected jury for this classification has been assembled to study eligible properties for the higher categories: “Cru Bourgeois Supérieur” and “Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel.” Since 2013, the number of Crus Bourgeois du Médoc distributed in the U.S. has grown from 130 to 200.
The Wine Knitter
OCTOBER 2, 2022
Photo credit: Penny Weiss Bodegas Montecillo Reserva Rioja Crianza 2013 Bodegas Montecillo is Rioja Spain’s third-oldest winery and the second oldest in Rioja Alta, dating back over 150 years. Practicing sustainability, the grapes for this wine are sourced from vineyards in Colchagua Valley, Chile, where the winery is located.
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