The Incredible Wines of Campania with Historia Antiqua
The Italian wine world is a big and diverse one. What many do not know is how a major chunk of California winemaking history lays in the hands of Italian immigrants. Staying connected to those roots is important, something which is very close to the hearts of the Chirchillos, the family behind Domenico Winery in […]
Fascinating Italian Wines: Greco di Tufo
Campania, Italy is famous for many things – the Amalfi Coast, the pizza Margherita, and wine. This region has so much great wine that the ancient Romans used to rave about it a lot. And, one of those wines was Greco di Tufo. This dazzling wine is unique. It’s a gem of Campania, bringing a […]
Fascinating Italian Wine Grapes: Coda di Volpe
Italy is home to more native grapes than any other country. We’re talking over 2,000 grape varieties that we know of! Of course, there are the very well-known ones: Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, and Pinot Grigio, to name a few. However, various lesser-known grape varieties are amazing too. And, there’s one close to our hearts. Its name […]
Famous Italian Wines 101: Fiano
When people think of Italian white wines, their first thoughts are usually Pinot Grigio or maybe Vermentino. This may lead some to assume that Northern Italy is home to the best white wines, but that’s not true at all. Central and Southern Italy is home to some impressive white wines, and one of them is […]
Famous Italian Wine Grapes 101: Dolcetto
Piedmont may be mostly known for Nebbiolo, the noble grape behind the world-famous wines of Barolo and Barbaresco. But, this beloved wine-producing region is also home to other fabulous grapes. And, one you should know is Dolcetto. Meaning “little sweet one” in Italian, Dolcetto’s name often misleads many to think it’s a sweet wine. It’s […]
Fascinating Italian Grapes 101: Nero D’Avola
You can’t talk about Sicilian wines without mentioning Nero D’Avola. This red grape is a hallmark of Sicilian winemaking. Nero D’Avola is ancient, versatile, and delicious. It’s no wonder that the Nero D’Avola attracted winemakers around the globe, as the grape has found itself new homes in places like California and Australia. So, what makes […]
Famous Italian Wines 101: Aglianico
Italy is home to many leading red wine grapes, and one you cannot overlook is Aglianico. Hailing from the gorgeous region of Campania, Aglianico is a super ancient grape that dates back to when the Greeks once occupied Italy. Such a long history means tons of time for this grape and its winemaking practices to […]
Italian Grapes 101: Primitivo Grape
In California, we have Zinfandel. In Italy, they have the Primitivo grape. Primitivo is a robust, early-ripening grape that hails from the region of Puglia, otherwise known as the ‘heel’ of Italy. This region boasts an ancient winemaking history, all beginning with the arrival of the Greeks nearly 3000 years ago. But, you may be […]
The Best Wines for Valentine’s Day
February is the month of love. And, one of the best ways to celebrate love is with wine! This notion goes back as far as the ancient Greeks. Euripides, the famous Greek playwright, once said “Where there is no wine, there is no love.” We couldn’t agree more. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, […]
Italian Grapes 101: Nebbiolo
Say hello to a very noble Italian grape – Nebbiolo. It hails from Piedmont, the mountainous Northwestern region of Italy. The Nebbiolo grape is behind the world-famous wines of Barolo and Barbaresco. That’s because this grape has a seriously impressive character and history. If you’re an Italian wine lover, then you definitely should learn all […]