Chasing dreams from Milan to Suvereto
Imagine leaving a stable job in a Milanese bank to pursue a dream of winemaking in the rugged hills of Maremma, Tuscany. That’s exactly what the founder of Macchion dei Lupi did
Montalcino Ancient History
Let’s delve into the ancient history that makes this place so special in Tuscany, dating back the medieval times!
Crafting wines in challenging vintages
In a premium wine world where acclaimed vintages steal the spotlight, we often overlook the true resilience and artistry required in crafting wines from the most challenging harvests.
Crafting a bottle of wine: a labour of Love
Have you ever stopped to think about all the hard work that goes into making a single bottle of wine? Recently, I had a chat with a passionate winemaker from the Montecucco region in Tuscany, an area I really like a lot for the freshness of its wines…
Ancient tales, brave winemakers
From the moment I first heard of her, I was captivated by Ilaria Martini’s courageous approach to the wine business. A journey that, for her, was a poignant return to her family’s roots. In the rolling hills of Montalcino,
The Essence of Gran Selezione
A couple of days ago I have posted a live video event through LinkedIn, as the first episode of the Live Video event series: Meet the WineMaker | Pouring Tuscan wine stories, one bottle at a time. We had a chance to chat with Silvia Badii..
Can you detect wine aromas?
When tasting your favorite wine, can you detect the world of its aromas, exploring how our senses of sight taste and smell collaborate to understand the nuance of each sip?
La Giochessa Vermentino
Le Vigne di Silvia is an exceptional estate situated in the Bolgheri appellation, which I mentioned a few weeks ago, along the Tuscan coast…
Elegance of Rosso di Montalcino
In recent years, the Rosso di Montalcino DOC has seen a very important growth in both quality and appreciation from an increasingly diverse audience. An important appellation that currently involves…
Savoring tradition: Poggio Stenti
Poggio Stenti, a niche winery in the heart of Tuscany that, in my opinion, embodies the essence of a true authentic family estate…