As most of you know, I make pizza on Fridays. And along with my pizza, I usually have a glass of wine (or three). Here are some of my favorite wines to drink with my pizza (or honestly just any time). Burlotto Barbera & Barbera Aves Marengo Barbera Cavallotto Dolcetto Andrea Oberto Dolcetto Trediberri Langhe…
Have you ever been to Mangialonga? If not, you should! I mean, a day of food, wine and beautiful landscape – who can say no to that? I’ve mentioned Mangialonga before, but basically it’s just a walk where you stop along the way to eat and drink. You work your way through the courses and…
This year’s summer vacation is under way! And surprise surprise – I am heading to Barolo! Hopefully I’ll get to visit some new wineries and try some new things, but I will for sure visit some of the usual places. More e Macine here I come!!! If you have any tips or suggestions please feel…
If you’re ever on my instagram, you’ll see I frequent Osteria del Vignaiolo! It is a must when I am in Piemonte. The food pictures really speak for themselves – and yes I know I always eat the same things! But wouldn’t you eat this all day if you could? It has become a tradition…
Over the years I have tried a few hotels, restaurants and wineries and here is a list of some of my favorites.
Azelia Barolo 2011 Wine: Azelia Barolo Producer: Azelia Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Nebbiolo Vintage: 2011 Eye: bright red garnet Nose: red plum, wild red berries, sweet spices, floral notes Mouth: ripe fruit flavors, sweet red cherries, dried herbs, minerals Price Point: $47 Available at Vinmonopolet: Yes
Cavallotto Pinner Wine: Pinner Producer: Cavallotto Region/Appellation: Italy, Barolo Grape varieties: Pinot Noir Vintage: 2012 Eye: Nose: fruit, apricot, some mineral, citrus Mouth: subtle citrus, some vanilla Price point: $20 Available at Vinmonopolet: No
Once again I am gearing up for Mangialonga! I think that I’ll be able to go this year! Mangialonga is 4 km non competetive enogastronomic hike that takes place in La Morra. In other words, you walk around in the beautiful Langhe while eating and drinking. I don’t think it gets better than that! You…