Tag: Italy
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In-Step in Italy: Exploring Basilicata Wine
Can you believe it is already January? I had a fun filled family holiday season. We saw Star Wars The Force Awakens twice as well as countless other Christmas movies, went to the Dallas Museum of Art, ate great food, shopped, spent time with friends and drank great wine. It was a time to relax…
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A Sparkling Good #Wine & #Food Pairing
The holidays are a time of year we give ourselves permission to splurge. We may eat a little more, drink a little more, and spend a little more. Since my return from Italy in late October I have been on an “Italian Art of Living” kick.” I shared how Ferrari-Carano Vineyards understands and embraces this…
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Ferrari Trento: Epitomizing the Italian Art of Living
Imagine delicate golden bubbles dance across your tongue as they cascade down your throat. The texture is mousse-like in quality with fine yet persistent perlage. Aromatically rich of crisp orchard fruits are harmonious blended with soft floral notes and buttered brioche with perhaps a touch of citrus or marzipan, beaconing you to take a sip.…
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#Wine at the Center of Cultural Crossroads
There are places in the world where boarders have been altered and adjusted so many times that though they may exist in a modern form the inhabitants live the lives they have always enjoyed regardless of the so-called boarders. Often these places represent the most interesting places on earth, a beautiful patchwork quilt with individual…
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Boscarelli: Quietly Crafting Outstanding #Wine
Tuscan wines are smoking hot right now. There are eight Tuscan wines in the Top 52 of Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2015. The current release 2010 vintage of Brunello is arguably its best in a decade. Chianti’s 2010 through 2012 and the not yet released 2013 vintage are solid performers and the coastal…
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Special Occasion #Wine Suggestions on Snooth
The holidays are quickly approaching! Its the time of year to share great wine and food with those we love. Its the time of year to indulge a little and spend a lot. Its the perfect time of year to splurge on a special bottle of wine or two that you have been waiting to…
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Welcoming the Sun at Avignonesi Winery
Rain rain go away; come again another day. As we began our 2 hour trek from Rome to Montepulciano it was raining, hard. Driving an unfamiliar car in an unfamiliar land can be challenging enough, add rain to the mix and who knows what it going to happen. Well what happened is we made our…
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A Night of Culinary Hedonism in Rome with Eating Italy
The Roman Empire had a long history of food and wine. Modern Rome is no exception! Rome is a city filled with epicurean delights. In planning our three days in Rome we wanted to see all the great tourist attractions but it was also important to us to experience Rome’s great cuisine. Fortunately Eating Italy…
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Over the Hills and Far Away
The hills are alive with wine, food and unique culture; and probably the sound of music as well! I love Italy! I love France! Imagine a little slice of heaven that brings together the cultures of France, Italy and Switzerland. Add to that delicious wine and mountain food, great activities and sites in one of…
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Italy, Take Me Away!
Tomorrow my husband and I leave for a long overdue vacation. We are heading to Italy. It will be my second trip to Italy and his first. Knowing I could spend all of our time in Italy immersed in wineries and wine, he has reminded me many times this trip is a vacation! However, my…
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