Regional Wine Reports

Travel Guides

Jul 12, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

72 Perfect Hours in Verona: Where to Eat, Drink, Tour, & Stay

There’s nothing like Verona, home to Romeo and Juliet and so much more. It is a fabulous destination, and not...

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Terroir Tales

Jul 06, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

Guide to Sangiovese: Learn All About Italy’s Most Famous Grape (And the Wines to Know)

Say hello to Sangiovese - Italy’s most popular wine grape. We aren’t kidding - it is the most commonly planted...

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Travel Guides

Jun 29, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

Guide to Capri: Where to Stay Eat and Drink, without a Boat!

Capri is a beautiful island in the Bay of Naples that sings la dolce vita. It attracts visitors worldwide with...

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Travel Guides

Jun 23, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

A Guide to Garda: Where to Go, Eat, and Stay by the Lake

One of Italy’s best destinations is undoubtedly Lake Garda. Italy’s largest lake is a haven with everything for everyone -...

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Travel Guides

Jun 02, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

72 Perfect Hours in Rome: Where to Eat, Drink, Tour, & Stay

The Eternal City is one of the best places to visit, not just for the ruins. Rome has a vibrant...

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Travel Guides

Apr 20, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

Visiting Milano? Here are the Wines to Drink

Milan is well known as a fashion capital. But, as Italy’s most affluent, bustling city, there’s no doubt it’s also...

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Terroir Tales

Apr 05, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

A Guide to Age-Worthy Italian Wines

Age is nothing, but a number, unless we are talking about the wine world. Wines aren’t all meant to live...

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Terroir Tales

Mar 23, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

Understanding the Difference Between Montepulciano and Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (once and for all)

There are so many Italian wines out there, so when there's one that shares the same or similar name, it’s...

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Terroir Tales

Feb 08, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

PIWI Wines: The Future of Wine?

PIWI is an international group of researchers, enologists, and winemakers who are collaborating to design the future of wine varietals....

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Terroir Tales

Jan 12, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

Discover Montefalco: The Secrets of Sagrantino

Let’s travel to Umbria - a region home to all good things: truffles, salami, beautiful landscapes, and wine. More specifically,...

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Terroir Tales

Jan 04, 2023
by Greg Martellotto

Why Nero D’Avola is More Delicious Than You Think

When it comes to Sicilian red wines, you must mention Nero D’Avola. It is one of Italy’s most widespread varieties,...

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Terroir Tales

Dec 28, 2022
by Greg Martellotto

Verdicchio: The Italian White Wine You Should Be Drinking

When it comes to Italian wines, people love to talk mostly about reds. But, what about Italy’s amazing white wines?...

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