Monthly Archives: September 2013

Wine Review: Coppo, Monferrato “Alterego” 2007 DOC

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Stefano

Disclaimer: this review is of a sample that I received from the producer’s US importer. My review has been conducted in compliance with my Samples Policy and the ISA wine tasting protocol and the opinions I am going to share on the wine are … Continue reading →

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Saint Emilion Chronicles #2: Collegiate Church & Cloisters

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Stefano

This is the second post in our series about our trip to Saint Emilion (in the Bordeaux wine region of France) and its beautiful surroundings. In case you missed it, you can find the first post (about the town of Saint Emilion) here. … Continue reading →

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Wine Review: Planeta, Syrah Sicilia Rosso IGT 2007

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Stefano

Today’s review is of a Sicilian varietal Syrah made by excellent Sicilian winemakers Planeta. As usual, let’s first provide a brief overview of the Syrah grape variety. The Bottom Line Overall, I loved this Sicilian take of an international grape variety! Planeta, Syrah Sicilia Rosso IGT … Continue reading →

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When Kidlandia meets Foodlandia – Part 1: Chicken bits and potatoes

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Francesca

2 Servings How do we get our kids to eat right? This is a billion dollar question. Well, let me tell you what I think: the secret lies in the parents’ cooking skills. When it comes to food, Italian kids … Continue reading →

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Chronicle of a French Wine Country Trip: Saint Emilion

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Stefano

Francesca and I have recently spent a few days in France, at Saint Emilion, in the heart of one of the most renowned among the Bordeaux wine districts and appellations. There we have enjoyed the courteous hospitality of a fellow … Continue reading →

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Wine Review: The Barbera Trilogy #3 – Coppo, Barbera d’Asti “Pomorosso” 2006 DOCG

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Stefano

For the epilogue of our “Barbera Trilogy” series, I am going to readapt here my review of the Pomorosso that I published a while ago. The Bottom Line Overall, I found Coppo, Barbera d’Asti “Pomorosso” 2006 DOCG ($60) to be one of … Continue reading →

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