Category: North

Events, Italy, North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Barolo and the New 2023 Vintage: Inside Serralunga Day at Fontanafredda

To taste Serralunga is to taste a Barolo with a sense of structure, tension and time. For two days at Fontanafredda, those qualities were examined from every angle as 25 producers gathered for Serralunga Day 2026, presenting their wines and the first expressions of the 2023 vintage. Held on September 14 at Fontanafredda’s Villaggio Narrante, the historic estate was filled with producers and wine professionals, … Continue reading Barolo and the New 2023 Vintage: Inside Serralunga Day at Fontanafredda

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italian Wine Labels, Italy, North, Wine Labels, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Lucrezia Etichetta Nera 2004: Two Decades of Evolution in Franciacorta

I have tasted many Franciacortas over the years, but very few have made me stop and think about what time can actually do to a sparkling wine. Lucrezia Etichetta Nera 2004 was one of them. I was at the Rome Planetarium for its presentation, but what stayed with me was not simply the unusual setting or the idea of pairing wine with astronomy. It was … Continue reading Lucrezia Etichetta Nera 2004: Two Decades of Evolution in Franciacorta

Rowena Dumlao
North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

La Crotta di Vegneron: Where the Italian Alps Shape the Soul of Wine

Deep inside the Italian Alps, at nearly 2,000 metres above sea level, selected wines of La Crotta di Vegneron undergo a unique ageing journey inside the historic Costa del Pino magnetite mines in Cogne. Created by this cooperative of alpine winegrowers from the Valle d’Aosta (Aosta Valley), the project transforms a former mining site into an extraordinary underground cellar where time, temperature, and the mountain … Continue reading La Crotta di Vegneron: Where the Italian Alps Shape the Soul of Wine

Rowena Dumlao
North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Two Rivers, Two Terroirs: The Distinct Voices of Terlano and Andriano

“Wines are born from the encounter between a grape variety, a land, and its people. This is terroir: an alchemy renewed from harvest to harvest.”— Rudi Kofler, Winemaker The Adige Valley, north of Bolzano, is one of Italy’s most compelling wine landscapes. Here, the River Adige is more than a geographic divider: it marks a clear boundary between two contrasting worlds of soil, climate, and … Continue reading Two Rivers, Two Terroirs: The Distinct Voices of Terlano and Andriano

Rowena Dumlao
Central Italy, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, North, Restaurants, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Amaracmand Wines: Authentic Flavors from Romagna’s Blue Clay

Tasting Amaracmand wines at Ristorante Atto in Florence offered a vivid expression of Romagna within the historic setting of Palazzo Portinari Salviati. Surrounded by Renaissance frescoes and architectural details, the sense of place extended seamlessly from the room into the glasses. Each wine reflected the slopes and soils of the Sorrivoli hills, brought to life through the words of owner Marco Vianello and his cousin … Continue reading Amaracmand Wines: Authentic Flavors from Romagna’s Blue Clay

Rowena Dumlao
Destinations, Italy, North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Italy’s Colli Euganei: Volcanic Origins and the Rise of Contemporary Red Wines

Just south of Padua, the Colli Euganei (Euganean Hills) rise gently from the plains, their cone-shaped profiles shaped by ancient volcanic activity and centuries of careful human stewardship. These hills form one of Italy’s most quietly compelling wine regions, where modern red wines combine history, character, and remarkable drinkability. Grapes and Terroir The identity of the Colli Euganei is inseparable from its volcanic origins and … Continue reading Italy’s Colli Euganei: Volcanic Origins and the Rise of Contemporary Red Wines

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italy, North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Savoring Piedmont: Monferrato Casalese’s Wine and White Truffles

Monferrato, a UNESCO World Heritage site alongside Langhe and Roero, charms with its vineyard-covered hills and medieval villages, but its true allure lies in its wines and truffles. Recently, the region came alive at the 58th International White Truffle Fair “Trifola d’Or” in Murisengo, where the rich aroma of truffles mingled with the crisp autumn air and the clink of glasses filled with local wines. … Continue reading Savoring Piedmont: Monferrato Casalese’s Wine and White Truffles

Rowena Dumlao
Destinations, Italy, North, Northern Italy, Restaurants, Restaurants in Italy, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Vinchio Vaglio and the Heart of Monferrato: Wine, Culture, and Culinary Heritage

Monferrato unfolds like a living canvas of vineyards, rolling hills, and sunlit or often in autumn, magical with the nebbia when it sets in the slopes , where centuries of history meet human devotion. Here, every corner tells a story—of resilient growers, of noble families, of kitchens where tradition and innovation coexist. My journey through this region was anchored by the Cantina Cooperativa Vinchio Vaglio, … Continue reading Vinchio Vaglio and the Heart of Monferrato: Wine, Culture, and Culinary Heritage

Rowena Dumlao
Michelin-Starred Restaurants, North, Restaurants in Rome, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Grosjean Vins: 400 Years of Heroic, Winemaking in Italy’s Aosta Valley

High in the Aosta Valley, where dramatic slopes meet crisp alpine air, the Grosjean family has cultivated vines since the early 1600s. Their story is one of heritage shaped by passion, with each generation caring for the same mountain soils. The modern rise of the estate began in the 1960s when Grandfather Dauphin committed fully to winemaking and bottled the family’s first Ciliegiolo. Its warm … Continue reading Grosjean Vins: 400 Years of Heroic, Winemaking in Italy’s Aosta Valley

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Events, Italy, North, South, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Vini delle Coste: Wines Shaped by Earth, Sea, and Story

“Unity is strength.” That phrase perfectly captured the spirit of Vini delle Coste, which took place on March 30–31, 2025, at the Real Collegio di Lucca. The event brought together more than 80 winemakers from across Italy and welcomed over 1,200 visitors, including industry professionals, wine lovers, and international journalists. Created and organized by Alessandra Guidi and produced by Event Service, this debut edition emphasized … Continue reading Vini delle Coste: Wines Shaped by Earth, Sea, and Story

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italy, North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

GRASPO: Custodians of Italy’s Almost Extinct Indigenous Grapes

The Slow Food Rome event, coordinated by Andrea Petrini, provided an exceptional platform to emphasize the preservation of ancient grape varieties and their essential role in sustainable viticulture. Held at Spazio Fare in Mercato Centrale Rome on November 13, 2024, the gathering brought together custodians of historic vineyards to share valuable insights into the cultural, environmental, and agricultural importance of old vines. At the heart … Continue reading GRASPO: Custodians of Italy’s Almost Extinct Indigenous Grapes

Rowena Dumlao
North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Bosco del Merlo’s Life in Rosé: A Health and Wellness Project

The Paladin family, deeply rooted in the Veneto region since 1962, has extended its passion for sustainable viticulture into a heartfelt social cause through Bosco del Merlo’s Life in Rosé initiative. Supporting LILT (Lega Italiana Lotta ai Tumori) in its Pink Ribbon campaign, Bosco del Merlo dedicates each October to raising awareness for cancer prevention and the benefits of a balanced, health-focused lifestyle. This year, … Continue reading Bosco del Merlo’s Life in Rosé: A Health and Wellness Project

Rowena Dumlao
Center, Events, Italy, North, South, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

L’Italia del Pinot Nero 2024: A Varied Mosaic of Terroir in Italy with Pinot Noir

The 2024 inaugural edition of L’Italia del Pinot Nero, a prestigious event celebrating Italy’s diverse expressions of Pinot Noir, concluded with great success in Rome. Held on October 27 and 28 at the Belstay Hotel, the event was organized by the wine journal Vinodabere, attracting around 600 industry professionals, from restaurateurs and wine merchants to journalists and sommeliers. This gathering brought together 39 wineries from … Continue reading L’Italia del Pinot Nero 2024: A Varied Mosaic of Terroir in Italy with Pinot Noir

Rowena Dumlao
Events, Italy, North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Oltrepò – Land of Pinot Noir: A Region, a Grape, Two Excellences

The picturesque region of Oltrepò Pavese, known for its rich winemaking heritage, has taken a bold step forward. At the recent event, “Oltrepò – Terra di Pinot Nero: Un Territorio, un Vitigno, Due Eccellenze” (Oltrepò – Land of Pinot Noir: One Territory, One Grape, Two Excellences), held at Antica Tenuta Pegazzera in Casteggio, Lombardy, the focus was on celebrating the region’s two distinguished wine designations: … Continue reading Oltrepò – Land of Pinot Noir: A Region, a Grape, Two Excellences

Rowena Dumlao
North, Wineries, Wineries in Italy

Roots in Ligurian Vines: The Bosoni Family’s Vermentino Legacy at Lunae

I must admit, I have never seen such a bustling winery in Italy as I did when I stepped into Ca’ Lunae on a Saturday morning for my appointment with Diego Bosoni. Housed in a beautifully restored 18th-century farmhouse, the space exudes Ligurian charm, with shelves brimming with local artisanal products from small producers and Lunae wines. The place was alive with activity, as visitors … Continue reading Roots in Ligurian Vines: The Bosoni Family’s Vermentino Legacy at Lunae

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