Champagne heaven - Can you guess where it is? A champagne lineup like this can only mean one thing: Ciccio is involved. Ever been to Vinoteca Centro Storico before? If not, you should go! Ciccio, the boss, along with his wife and mother in law, runs the place where you can get the best champagne... Continue Reading →
Which winemaker in Barolo grows palm trees? I bet you didn't know that Burlotto grows palm trees as well as grapes. If you get to visit his winery in Verduno, maybe he'll show you. You can see some of them from the street, including the beautiful big one pictured below. It's funny to me that... Continue Reading →
You heard me: Giovanni Corino has geese Most of you think of wine when you hear Giovanni Corino. And they still make wine (don't worry), but they also have geese! How cool is that? I am actually terrified of geese, so the pictures are really zoomed in. These geese are not really scared of humans... Continue Reading →
Elio Altare is more than just a wine maker Elio Altare is known for his amazing wines, but what you may not know is that on the side he also makes salami! If you sneak away during one of the tours at the cellar you can find his salami hanging form the ceiling, waiting to... Continue Reading →
Fun Fact Friday: Giovanni Corino Do you know what Giovanni Corino is know for besides wine? Gardening! Barolo is normally associated with wine, but sometimes we forget that many of the winemakers are farmers. Which means their skill also goes beyond the vineyards. So it's self explanatory that many grow their own vegetables. And the... Continue Reading →
