DISCOVERIES: Asti Secco is Italy’s New Dry Sparkling Wine
Coming soon to a local wine shop: Dry sparkling Moscato from Piedmont.
What We’re Drinking – 2010 Coppo Barbera d’Asti Pomorosso
A luxurious silky palate of dark fruits, blueberry and black cherry, with a touch of real black licorice. Highly Recommended - 93 points.
Faces of Ruchè
Piedmont's other red grape comes onto the world market with a new, colorful cast of winemaking characters.
Exploring Piedmont Part 2: Monferrato
In this, the second part of the series, we dive into the dizzying world of Monferrato. Moscato and barbera may reign, but it’s these multitudes of obscure and fascinating grape varieties that really keep wine geeks coming back for more.
Grignolino, a Zesty Italian Varietal for Summer
Disappearing a decade ago, Grignolino is the new, popular, light red wine from Piedmont.