From the Vine to the Glass: The Journey of Cortonesi Wine
Occasionally, I meet a winemaker whose connection to their land and vines is reflected in every bottle they produce. Tommaso Cortonesi of Montalcino exemplifies this rare dedication to his craft. The third-generation winemaker is committed to tradition and quality, which is reflected in the wines he creates. A Family Legacy Rooted […]
Ricci Curbastro: Ancient Roots Combined with Tradition, History and Culture
About 800 years ago, the Ricci Curbastro family started growing grapes and a few decades ago they started producing great wines that would change the way sparkling wines are regarded on the world stage. I recently had the chance to travel virtually with the Ricci […]
A Chat with The Orsi Family: Italian Roots Planted in Sonoma County Soil
Our Orsi Family Wine Tasting Line-Up It all started with a story of family and heritage for the Orsi Family when it came to their approach to wine. The website says, “Italian culture is the embodiment of all that nourishes the heart and soul… wine and food, friends and family, and experiences that capture beauty, […]
Terralsole Winery: The Land Toward the Sun and the Tapestry of Tuscany
Finding Terralsole is quite the journey. But trust me, once you do the journey is worth every missed navigation point on whatever GPS you use, so just chill. The winery will find a special place in your heart and you’ll never forget the experience, the wine or the people. The tapestry of Terralsole, which translates […]
Castiglion Del Bosco: An Estate Steeped in Tuscan Tradition, Carried on by the Ferragamo Family
Several years ago, on my way to Vinitaly, I opened my Wine Spectator and read an article about how Massimo Ferragamo found his way to Castiglion del Bosco and fell in the love with the property. Castiglion del Bosco is an 800-year old estate with a castle, part of which is still standing, that dates […]