In the realm of GRAPES & WINE, do we ever really know ?
2 February 2016
Native to northern Puglia, this ancient bloom dusted, dark blue/black grape, with its relatively compact bunches of thick-skinned, round berries, has for centuries been more associated with being a ‘BLENDER’ than with ‘100%’ varietals.
27 January 2016
So prominent is this grapevine on the international landscape, that its origin is often simply overlooked. Yes, when it comes to Chardonnay, one of the worlds most versatile native grapes, it’s only right and proper that its northern French heritage is recognised.
16 January 2016
In search of a true reflection of Aglianico, that enigmatic native gem from Basilicata in Italy’s deep south, we’ve just completed our first encounter with Re Manfredi 2011 DOC Aglianico del Vulture from Terre degli Svevi. What an intro!