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Saint Emilion Chronicles #7, Part I: A Visit to Chateau Figeac

For those of you who remember our Saint Emilion series, this is its next installment: after our post on Chateau de Ferrand, today we will talk about another Chateau that we visited – Chateau Figeac. On a previous post, I have provided a … Continue reading

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Tasting Notes from the Benvenuto Brunello 2015, NYC Event

Last week I had the opportunity to attend the Benvenuto Brunello USA 2015 event which was organized and sponsored by the Brunello di Montalcino Wine Consortium at the gorgeous location of Gotham Hall in New York City in order to … Continue reading

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Downoladable FsT Wine Tasting Chart!

Exactly two years ago, I had published a post on this blog providing a general overview of the Italian Sommelier Association wine tasting protocol and the steps it entails. Over time I have kept giving some thought about wine tasting and … Continue reading

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Happy Holidays!

I know… long time no talk, but sometimes life gets in the way and distracts us from life’s pleasures. Anyhoo… hopefully we will soon go back to more regular posting, recipes and wine reviews, so don’t lose faith! 😉 Apologies … Continue reading

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When life spices up: an interview with Gourmandize

Hello Everyone! Today, we are barging into your house for a few minutes only to share some exciting (at least for us!) news! Do you know those early mornings when you have just switched the alarm off, your eyes are … Continue reading

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Wine Review: I Borboni, Asprinio di Aversa “Vite Maritata” DOC 2011

Today’s wine is a very particular, small production Italian white wine from a little known appellation in the Campania region, namely I Borboni, Asprinio di Aversa “Vite Maritata” DOC 2011 ($21). The Bottom Line Overall, the I Borboni Asprinio was … Continue reading

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Wine Review: Coppo, Moscato d’Asti “Moncalvina” DOCG 2011… and the Moscato Craze

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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#chianticool: “Not Your Grandma’s Chianti” – A Chianti Tasting in NYC

A few weeks ago I attended a seminar and wine tasting event organized by the Consorzio Vino Chianti (a producers’ consortium that has been promoting and controlling the quality of Chianti wine since 1927) in the posh context of the Beer Garden … Continue reading

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FsT Wine: A Few Updates and New Features

Over the last weeks I have added a few new features, updates and enhancements to the wine-related part of Flora’s Table that I hope readers will find helpful in navigating the growing content of the blog. Below is a summary … Continue reading

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Full Report About Gambero Rosso’s Tre Bicchieri NYC 2014

Finally, I managed to find the time to organize my notes and write my full report about the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2014 Italian wine fair that took place in New York City back in February. Just for background, the Tre Bicchieri event … Continue reading

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