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Piemonte Girl

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  • Vietti Lazzarito 2008 Wine: Lazzarito 2008 Producer: Vietti Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Nebbiolo Vintage: 2008   Eye: deep garnet red Nose: cherry, figs, ripe fruits, roses, Mouth: velvety texture, dark fruits, soft tannins,   Price Point: $144 Available at Vinmonopolet: No Available at Systembolaget: No

  • Throwback to last years Pylsa&Barolo. Looking forward to Pylsa&Barolo tomorrow, La Morra edition! Pictures to come!

  • Bruno Rocca I know I focus a lot on Barolo, but as many of you know Barbaresco is also an amazing wine area. And one of my favorite producers from that region is Bruno Rocca. They have a really good selection of wines and a beautiful estate, so if you’re looking for wineries in Barbaresco…

  • One of the things I like to do is ask the “professional” foodies where they go to eat and drink, and I’m rarely disappointed. La Bottega del Vino was recommended by Ciccio from Centro Storico and he was not wrong to recommend this place. I think I spent 20 minutes with the wine list alone,…

  • Cappellano Nebbiolo d’Alba   Wine: Nebbiolo d’Alba Producer: Cappellano Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Nebbiolo Vintage: 2012   Eye: clear brownish red Nose: roses, violets, earthy, cherries, some tar Mouth: raspberry, red fruits, good acidity     Price Point: $27 Available at Vinmonopolet: no Available at Systembolaget: no

  • Looking back at my not too shabby wine adventure. I know I am very lucky, and I appreciate every moment along the way. Here are some of my favorite moments.

  • Happy Birthday to Norway and all my Norwegians. Last year I was in NYC on this day hanging out at a wine fair with Mauro Veglio and Daniela. This year I am at school in Milan… But to those of you who are celebrating, enjoy!