Valtellina: Nebbiolo from the mountains

Nebbiolo, the finicky, pale-colored grape from northwest Italy has a place close to my heart.  Wines from the fog-prone hills Langhe hills of Piemonte, particularly from Barolo and Barbaresco, are some of the most complex, aromatic, ethereal wines and single-handedly brought Nebbiolo to the top echelon of the fine wine world. Top-quality Nebbiolo is rarely seen outside Piemonte, however, the alpine region of Valtellina, in … Continue reading Valtellina: Nebbiolo from the mountains

Cangas: An undiscovered gem in Asturias, Spain

There are spectacular mountainous landscapes in Cangas, vineyards growing on steep hillsides in deep river valleys, all surrounded by lush greenery among the clouds. In the province of Asturias, this may be one of the least-known wine regions in Spain, but not for long. A land of heroic viticulture The Principality of Asturias is located in North-central Spain. It belongs to an area known as … Continue reading Cangas: An undiscovered gem in Asturias, Spain