Imagine having a genuinely good harvest and being told: excellent, now don’t sell all of it. That’s more or less what’s happening in Valpolicella this year. The 2026 harvest started early, nearly two weeks ahead of the historical average. Corvina is already in. Corvinone and Rondinella are close behind. Despite…
Every wine has a season it’s built for, whether anyone admits it or not. Rosé wants sunshine. Prosecco wants a terrace. And somewhere around the point where you start wearing a scarf indoors, out of necessity and not fashion, a certain kind of red wine finally gets let off the…
Right now, across most of Italy, vendemmia is happening. That’s the word for the grape harvest, and if you live here, you feel it before you see it. Tractors moving slower through country roads because they’re loaded down. Restaurant menus quietly swapping in something new. A kind of low hum…
Every August 15th, Italy does something most countries can’t quite pull off. It stops. Not just offices and schools, which close for weeks anyway. Shops shutter. Small towns empty out. Even cities built for tourists go strangely quiet. Half the country has already left for the coast, the mountains, a…
When you think of wine, you might imagine rich reds or crisp whites with fruity or floral notes. But what if you could experience something entirely different—a wine with a salty, oceanic profile? Welcome to the world of salty wines. This unique category is becoming increasingly popular among wine lovers…
Wine has long been associated with indulgence, celebration, and culture. But in recent years, a major shift has taken place in the industry—one that prioritizes wellness without sacrificing taste. Low and no-alcohol wines are gaining popularity, driven by health-conscious consumers, changing social preferences, and even tax incentives in some regions….
As we usher in the new year with hope, resolutions, and a fresh start, what better way to elevate our spirits than by indulging in the finest wines that January 2024 has to offer? The world of wine is vast and ever-evolving, with new vintages and varietals constantly emerging. In…
The hallowed vineyards of Europe have long been known for producing some of the world’s finest wines. From the rolling hills of Bordeaux to the terraced slopes of Tuscany, these regions have nurtured centuries-old traditions of winemaking. However, the changing climate is causing a ripple of transformation throughout the European…
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