March 2023

Today we bring you to Valle d'Aosta, in the heart of the Alps, along the orographic axis of the river Dora Baltea, in an evocative mountain territory, characterized by steep slopes and small plots where local winemakers can cultivate the vine.

Among these virtuous wineries there is Les Cretes. Its top wine is called Vin de la Sabla. [READ ALL]

The theme of PIWI vines and wines is extremely topical and will be in the future of viticulture and world oenology. In this article, we want to explain the meaning of PIWI: what does PIWI mean? What are the characteristics of PIWI vines and wines? What are the most common PIWI in Italy and in the world? What is the origin and history of PIWI vines?

Below, we answer these questions, hoping to clarify the issue. [READ ALL]

With 20 hectares of land, Castel Ringberg is the largest vineyard in Alto Adige. Owned by the Walch family, it is considered one of the most suitable areas for the cultivation of some great international white grape varieties (Chardonnay, Riesling and Sauvignon) and of the autochthonous black berry "Lagrein".

A few days ago, we had the opportunity to taste the Alto Adige Chardonnay Riserva D.O.C. "Vigna Castel Ringberg" Elena Walch. [READ ALL]

The relationship between human personality and oenological preferences is one of the issues that scientists and psychologists are studying.

"Food Quality and Preference" has recently published a research conducted by some experts from the Universities of Verona and Macerata that has tried to investigate the possible link between the personality traits of the respondents and the wines drunk. Below, let’s see what emerged from this study. [READ ALL]

We still remember our first trips to Sardinia in search of the best labels of the island. We remember the Carignano del Sulcis of which everyone spoke to us with great enthusiasm. We remember very well the tasting of the famous "Terre Brune", one of the greatest red wines of Sardinia.

For years, the Carignano del Sulcis Superiore "Terre Brune" of Cantina Santadi has been considered one of the best representatives of Sardinian enology. Here is our review of the 2016 vintage. [READ ALL]

Collecting wine labels is a hobby for many wine lovers around the world. Every label collector has to deal with the delicate removal of labels from bottles.

Below, let’s see how to remove the labels of wine bottles without ruining them. [READ ALL]

Tenuta J. Hofstätter is one of the most important wineries in Alto Adige. Wine lovers associate its name with two great grape varieties, Pinot Noir and Gewürztraminer, which find their highest expression in the wines of the winery.

"Joseph" by Hofstätter is a worldwide reference for Gewürztraminer producers and it is the subject of our review. For our readers, we tasted the vintage 2022. [READ ALL]

There are many articles with valuable tips for those who decide to give wine as a gift, few articles about who receives wine as a gift. How should the recipient behave when receiving wine as a gift? What should you do when you receive one or more bottles of wine as a gift?

Below, there are 5 basic rules, according to the Gift Etiquette, that the recipient should follow when receiving one or more bottles of wine as a gift. [READ ALL]

Among the protagonists of the rediscovery of Mamertino di Milazzo is the winery of the Paone family, which decided to focus on this local Denomination, making its "Mamertino" the flagship wine of its wine production. We tasted and reviewed the Mamertino di Milazzo Rosso D.O.C. "Casale di Mimmo" Mimmo Paone 2018. [READ ALL]

When we talk about red wines we emphasize their tannins. When we talk about white wines we usually don’t mention tannins.

Is the association red wines-tannins and white wines-no tannins correct? Do white wines have tannins? Below, to satisfy your curiosity, we will answer all these questions. [READ ALL]