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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…
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 “best garden” (according to the locals) is the garden of the Corino family. Giovanni and Carlo. The…
Elio Altare and his garden As a farmer, Elio Altare does not only grow wine, he also has his own garden. If you are lukcy, you will find him braiding onions or picking fruits of the trees beside the winery, and he will most likely be sporting this wonderful red outfit (pictured below). And if…
Alessandro Veglio’s winery is on my list of places to visit You may have heard of the winery Mauro Veglio’s, and you guessed it: Alessandro is related to Mauro. Just below Mauro’s winery you will find Alessandro Veglio. He is a fairly new to the business, but his wines are excellent. And it always helps…
In need of good a summer wine? Wines are good all year, but some work better than others as “summer wine”. Below are a few of my favorites to drink during the summer months (or weeks if you live in Norway!) Starting from the left, we have Ettore Germano’s Herzu. It is by far one…
Piemontegirl will now teach you how to make a salsiccia ragu that’s similar to everyone’s favorite “bolognese” but is so much better that you will never eat Bolognese again. Just follow these easy steps. Of course ingredients are vital, but if you have those, you should be good to go! If Piemontegirl can do it,…
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 yellow onion 4 sweet italian sausage links (or sausage of your choice) 1/2 6 ounce can of tomato paste 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup whole milk salt and pepper Pasta — Strozzapreti or casarecce Optional (recommended): thyme, preferably fresh Preparation: Soften onions in oil, about 6-8 minutes…
Wine review: Giulia Negri Barolo La Tartufaia 2011 Wine: Barolo La Tartufaia Producer: Giulia Negri Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Nebbiolo Vintage: 2011 Eye: Ruby red Nose: prunes, spices, minerals, floral notes Mouth: Fine tannins, fresh, Price Point: $37 Available at Vinmonopolet: Yes Available at Systembolaget: No
Giulia Negri Barolo La Tartufaia 2011 Wine: Barolo La Tartufaia Producer: Giulia Negri Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Nebbiolo Vintage: 2011 Eye: Ruby red Nose: prunes, spices, minerals, floral notes Mouth: Fine tannins, fresh, Price Point: $37 Available at Vinmonopolet: Yes Available at Systembolaget: No