Day 3
It’s my birthday; need I say more!
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Day 2
First whole day in paradise! The day started “slow” with a cappucino at Corte Gondina and some “sightseeing” in La Morra. I ended up having lunch at Osteria Dei Vignaiolo in Santa Maria, one of my favorite restaurants. The Panna Cotta there is to die for. The sun was out and I sat outside enjoying…
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My upcoming trip to Barolo
With the trip fast approaching, many plans have fallen into place. This time I would like to try a few new things as well as revisiting my favorite spots and my favorite people. Here are some of my stops this trip. More e Macine This osteria has become a staple during my trips, usually with…
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Oddero Winemaker dinner
Yet again I had the pleasure of joining a winemakers dinner, this time with Oddero. The tasting took place at Festningen in Oslo, a very good restaurant, and Pietro from Oddero was present. I only really know Isabella, Pietro’s cousin, so it was a pleasure to get to know him as well. First of all,…
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Azelia
I recently discovered, and befriended, the winemakers at Azelia. Located at the bottom of Castiglione, next to Paolo Scavino, you find the not so small winery of Azelia. It just so happens that Azelia, Cavallotto and Scavino are all related– welcome to Barolo! At the Azelia winery, Lorenzo the son is now the 5th generation…
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#tbt
#tbt to the time I took a selfie with Mr. Philipponnat!
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Vietti at Nedre Foss Gård
I am back in Norway, for good this time, but some things never change. I had the pleasure of attending the Vietti Winemaker dinner at Nedre Foss Gård in Oslo Norway, and it was absolutely fantastic. It was so good to see Elena again, and the wines of course were amazing as always. One…
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Favorite Italian Whites part 2
Ca Brione, Nino Negri: I drank the Ca Brione for the first time in a tiny wine bar located in the beautiful town of Bellagio on Lago di Como. It was an instant favorite. Refreshing on a warm summer day, but really suits any season. Langhe Chardonnay, Cavallotto: Again, Cavallotto is one of my favorite…
