When we decided to try Pasquale’s Fatalone, we weren’t aware the estate is part of RAW Wine, and moving around the realm of Natural Wine Guru: Alice Feiring. The aim was to locate a rich Southern Italian, made from organic grapes, that are tended by the owner and winemaker themselves. To our surprise, this uniqueContinue reading “Fatalone, when the casual wine happens to be a grown up”
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Adrian Tramier, the Medoc Outsider
According to an article in the Wine Enthusiast (Oct 28), contributor Roger Voss explains “This (Medoc & Cru Bourgeois) is the real Bordeaux: wines made with the same care as those from the famed Crus Classés, by families that have often been in the same place for generations.” The many families here make outstanding wines,Continue reading “Adrian Tramier, the Medoc Outsider”
Lorenzo Begali, Veneto
Begali is a family run winery producing a total of 10,000 cases only. The vineyards cover 18 acres in the rolling hills of a commune of Valpolicella, called Cengia. The name Cengia translates to ledges, and is derived from the physical appearance of these Alpine foothills. The vines are planted in a specific area knownContinue reading “Lorenzo Begali, Veneto”
Contino, the first single vineyard estate in Rioja
Contino is a single-estate bodega (62 ha of vineyards) based in a 200-year-old farmhouse just outside the town of Laguardia in the Alavesa region. The estate’s name comes from the royal guard of 100 soldiers who guarded the monarch. The label is emblazoned with the bust of San Gregorio, the patron saint and protector ofContinue reading “Contino, the first single vineyard estate in Rioja”