Category: Sangiovese

Italy, Sangiovese, Soave, Veneto, Verona, Wine Events, Wine travel

On becoming a Vinitaly Italian Wine Ambassador

This past June I became an Italian Wine Ambassador. Yes! I attended and passed the rigorous exam organized by Vinitaly International Academy (VIA), which awards the certification which has become the gold standard of Italian wine education and expertise. VIA’s main goal is to build a global network of qualified professionals who will promote and advocate for Italian wines throughout the world. The program consists … Continue reading On becoming a Vinitaly Italian Wine Ambassador

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Chianti, Italy, Sangiovese, Toscana, Travel, Tuscany, Wine travel

Chianti Classico: The black rooster is back

“Who cares, it’s just a Chianti”, responded the sales rep at one of the wine chain retail stores when I asked about the storage condition of the three older bottles of Chianti Classico that were on display. After engaging in a short conversation with her (and purchasing something else), I wondered if this was a common perception of the popular Tuscan wines among both wine … Continue reading Chianti Classico: The black rooster is back

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Brunello, Italy, Sangiovese, Toscana, Tuscany

Brunello: The Highest Expression of Sangiovese

Widely considered as Tuscany’s finest and most lauded wine and the highest expression of the Sangiovese grape, Brunello di Montalcino is a wine like no other: dense, elegant and extremely long-lived, and has recently become a darling of collectors and connoisseurs worldwide. After spending a few days in northern Italy, I made my way to beautiful Tuscany to visit the famed areas of Montalcino, Montepulciano … Continue reading Brunello: The Highest Expression of Sangiovese

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