What a journey
Piemontegirl tuned 6 this year. I don’t know what the next year, or next 5 years will bring, but I will keep telling people about the wonderful world of wine.
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Introduction to Piemonte
One of my all time favorite things to do, is share my love of wine with others. And so that’s what I do.
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The Barolo “Boy”
Chiara is a fiery, feisty, fantastic person with boatloads of passion. And her incredible energy is contagious.
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Cascina Fontana Langhe Nebbiolo
rio Fontana makes a killer Lanhghe Nebbiolo! The grapes for his nebbiolo comes from Castello di Sinio and some from Il Pozzo.
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Barbera the Mario Fontana way!
Cascina Fontana Babera d’Alba 2016 Wine: Barbera d’Alba Producer: Cascina Fontana Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: Barbera Vintage: 2016 Eye: deep ruby red Nose: roses, cherries, red fruits, spices Mouth: fresh, dry, good acidity Price Point: $23 Available at Vinmonopolet: no Available at Systembolaget: no
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Cascina Fontana
Perno has to be the best kept secret in Piemonte. You will not only find one of the best restaurants, Republicca di Perno, but you will also find Cascina Fontana. And I finally had the pleasure of visiting the winery. Mario Fontana and his son gave us a tour of the small, but beautiful wine…
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Dolcetto for days
Mauro Veglio Dolcetto d’Alba 2016 Wine: Dolcetto d’Alba Producer: Mauro Veglio Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: dolcetto Vintage: 2016 Eye: intense ruby red, just like dolcetto should look Nose: floral and fruity, cherries and berries Mouth: smooth, fresh, easy to drink, frutiy Price Point: $16 Available at Vinmonopolet: no Available at Systembolaget: no
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What were the favorite wines?
In a weekend with A LOT of good wines, there are bound to be a few favorites! I enjoyed most of the wines, but like always there are ones you love and ones you maybe don’t like as much. For me round 4, the last round, was the best one. The Veglio 1997 and Altare…
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Piemontefestival
Roberto Damonte runs the winery with his brother Massimo. Massimo is responsible for the vineyards, while Roberto works in the cellar. The winery started production in 1950, and now makes over 20 wines.
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Wines round 1 Barolo Night Oslo Edition
Barolo Night 2.0 A few weeks ago, Barolo Night 2.0 took place in Oslo. Overall there were 9 wines, tasted in 3 rounds and here are some tasting notes on the first round. Round 2 and 3 to come! Mauro Molino Vigna Gancia 2008 Reddish brown. Flowers and dark berries on the nose. Round tannins,…
