It's officially Spring, which means that the newest vintage is making its way to stores. Norway, mark your calendars for May 8th!
News @ Vinmonopolet
Nadia Curto
Nadia Curto is a force of nature, bursting with energy (just like her cousin Silvia Altare). And she makes good wines to boot.
Team Green or Team Blue?
Does it matter? Is there a right way? Apparently, people have a lot of opinions on the subject.
News at Vinmonopolet
Here are some new additions to Vinmonopolet's selection. I love that Nadia Curto has made it on the list, it's been a while since I've seen her wines in Norway.
Arborina at Vinmonopolet
So far, there are only 2 Arborina's available at Vinmonopolet: Elio Altare Barolo Arborina *sold out* Giovanni Corino Barolo Arborina 499kr Other producer's of Arborina include Renato Corino, Nadia Curto, Mauro Veglio and Bovio.
Wine of the Week
Nadia Curto Dolcetto d'Alba 2015 Wine: Dolcetto d'Alba Producer: Nadia Curto Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Dolcetto Vintage: 2015 Eye: ruby red with purple hue Nose: red fruits, cherry, sweet. licorice Mouth: soft, fresh, good acidity. dry Price Point: $13 Available at Vinmonopolet: yes Available at Systembolaget: yes
Fun Fact Friday: Nadia Curto Chinato
Barolo Chinato: a piemontese digestif I mostly drink Barolo (or dolcetto, barbera, nebbiolo). I rarely find myself drinking Barolo Chinato, but if I had to drink one it would be the one that Nadia Curto makes. The way it works is that everyone who makes chinato has their own sort of recipe, so they can... Continue Reading →
Pylsa & Barolo 2017
Every year for his birthday, my dad throws a BBQ by the name of "Pylsa & Barolo". This way he can celebrate his birthday with his friends without making it an official birthday. This year was special because he turned 50! He decided to fly down his closest friends and family to celebrate in Barolo!... Continue Reading →
Wine of the Week
Nadia Curto Dolcetto d'Alba 2015 Wine: Dolcetto d'Alba Producer: Nadia Curto Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Dolcetto Vintage: 2015 Eye: ruby red, hints of violet Nose: fruity, plum, cherry, blueberry, violets Mouth: fruity, medium body, Price Point: $12 Available at Vinmonopolet: no, but maybe soon