https://www.DiWineTaste.com en-US No © 2012-2026 DiWineTaste - Antonello Biancalana DiWineTaste Podcast: wine, tasting, history, grapes and territories Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste DiWineTaste Podcast, discovering the enchanting world of wine, sensorial tasting, grapes, history and territories making the beverage of Bacchus unique. Hosted by Antonello Biancalana. DiWineTaste Podcast, discovering the enchanting world of wine, sensorial tasting, grapes, history and territories making the beverage of Bacchus unique. Hosted by Antonello Biancalana. DiWineTaste - Wine Culture and Information Editorial@DiWineTaste.com https://www.DiWineTaste.com/images/DWTPodcast-en-US.jpg https://www.DiWineTaste.com Barbera is one of the main grapes grown in Italy and has been a key representative on the wine scene for years thanks to its captivating wines. The Oltrepò Pavese Barbera Riserva Montezavo 2017, from the Isimbarda winery, expresses all the elegance and beauty of this variety, enriched by the precious work of time. A beautiful wine that earned DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award as well as the title of Best Wine for June 2026. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great Barbera from one of most significant wine regions of Lombardy has won the title of best wine of the month. Barbera is one of the main grapes grown in Italy and has been a key representative on the wine scene for years thanks to its captivating wines. The Oltrepò Pavese Barbera Riserva Montezavo 2017, from the Isimbarda winery, expresses all the elegance and beauty of this variety, enriched by the precious work of time. A beautiful wine that earned DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award as well as the title of Best Wine for June 2026. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000386.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000386.mp3 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT 12:38 wine, oltrepò, pavese, barbera, riserva, montezavo, 2017, isimbarda, pavia, lombardy, italy, best, red, june, 2026 Forteto della Luja is undoubtedly one of the winemaking gems of Piedmont and Italy. Its legendary Loazzolo Piasa Rischei - a mesmerizing wine of astonishing class and elegance - tells a fascinating story that led to the creation of Italy's smallest denomination, an achievement also intertwined with the story of the great Luigi Veronelli, one of the most famous supporters of this wine and of municipal denominations. Loazzolo Piasa Rischei offers the thrill of Moscato Bianco, in an infinite symphony of rare and precious aromas that have earned DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Moscato Passito of Forteto della Luja, a product of Italy's smallest denomination, has been awarded with DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine of the month. Forteto della Luja is undoubtedly one of the winemaking gems of Piedmont and Italy. Its legendary Loazzolo Piasa Rischei - a mesmerizing wine of astonishing class and elegance - tells a fascinating story that led to the creation of Italy's smallest denomination, an achievement also intertwined with the story of the great Luigi Veronelli, one of the most famous supporters of this wine and of municipal denominations. Loazzolo Piasa Rischei offers the thrill of Moscato Bianco, in an infinite symphony of rare and precious aromas that have earned DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000384.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000384.mp3 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT 11:45 wine, loazzolo, piasa, rischei, 2024, moscato, bianco, muscat, blanc, forteto, luja, asti, piedmont, italy, scaglione, passito, sweet, may, 2026 The St. Quirinus winery is located near an ancient Bavarian monastery in the Caldaro area, Alto Adige's renowned wine region. Making its debut in our Wine Guide, the St. Quirinus winery impresses with the quality of its wines, including those made with PIWI varieties. Among these, the Alto Adige Sauvignon Planitzing 2024 - an interpretation of prestigious elegance and finesse - earned DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of Best Wine of the Month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Making its debut in our Wine Guide, the St. Quirinus winery conquers Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. The St. Quirinus winery is located near an ancient Bavarian monastery in the Caldaro area, Alto Adige's renowned wine region. Making its debut in our Wine Guide, the St. Quirinus winery impresses with the quality of its wines, including those made with PIWI varieties. Among these, the Alto Adige Sauvignon Planitzing 2024 - an interpretation of prestigious elegance and finesse - earned DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of Best Wine of the Month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000382.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000382.mp3 Fri, 29 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT 11:04 wine, alto, adige, sauvignon, blanc, planitzing, 2024, caldaro, kaltern, bolzano, bozen, alto adige, south thyrol, italy, sinn, best, white, april, 2026 The Valentino Butussi Winery - in Corno di Rosazzo, in the province of Udine - is one of the most renowned and significant wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia. A key player in the Friuli Colli Orientali denomination, it boasts a rich production of wines from local and international grape varieties. Among these is the Sauvignon Blanc from which "Genesis" is born, a masterpiece of elegance and class in which the personality of the celebrated French white grape reaches the lofty heights of the Five Diamond award. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious Sauvignon Blanc from the Butussi Winery confirms DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and conquers the title of best wine of the month. The Valentino Butussi Winery - in Corno di Rosazzo, in the province of Udine - is one of the most renowned and significant wineries in Friuli-Venezia Giulia. A key player in the Friuli Colli Orientali denomination, it boasts a rich production of wines from local and international grape varieties. Among these is the Sauvignon Blanc from which "Genesis" is born, a masterpiece of elegance and class in which the personality of the celebrated French white grape reaches the lofty heights of the Five Diamond award. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000380.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000380.mp3 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT 10:54 wine, march, 2022, friuli, colli, orientali, sauvignon, blanc, genesis, valentino, butussi, udine, friuli-venezia giulia, italy, best, white Sartarelli, the renowned winery for its unwavering commitment to the Verdicchio grape of the Castelli di Jesi denomination, is adding a new wine, made from the same grape, to its already extensive production, all centered around the celebrated white grape of the Marche region. The Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico Milletta stands out for its personality and elegance, once again earning DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of Best Wine of the Month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The Sartarelli winery adds a new Verdicchio to its prestigious family of wines from the Castelli di Jesi appellation. Sartarelli, the renowned winery for its unwavering commitment to the Verdicchio grape of the Castelli di Jesi denomination, is adding a new wine, made from the same grape, to its already extensive production, all centered around the celebrated white grape of the Marche region. The Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico Milletta stands out for its personality and elegance, once again earning DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of Best Wine of the Month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000378.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000378.mp3 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:15:00 GMT 12:06 wine, february, 2022, castelli, jesi, verdicchio, milletta, sartarelli, ancona, marches, italy, best, white Founded in 1988, the Bissoni winery is now one of the leading wineries in the Romagna Sangiovese denomination. Made from grapes grown in the Bertinoro vineyards - in the province of Forlì-Cesena - it delivers a wine of remarkable personality and elegance, with an exuberant richness of aromas that are unmistakably Sangiovese. A truly exceptional wine, deserving the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine for the month of January 2026. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Raffaella Bissoni's magnificent Sangiovese Riserva, born from the Bertinoro vineyards, wins DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine of the month. Founded in 1988, the Bissoni winery is now one of the leading wineries in the Romagna Sangiovese denomination. Made from grapes grown in the Bertinoro vineyards - in the province of Forlì-Cesena - it delivers a wine of remarkable personality and elegance, with an exuberant richness of aromas that are unmistakably Sangiovese. A truly exceptional wine, deserving the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine for the month of January 2026. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000376.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000376.mp3 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:30:00 GMT 11:33 wine, january, 2026, romagna, sangiovese, superiore, riserva, bissoni, raffaella, bertinoro, emilia-romagna, italy, best, red Malvasia di Candia Aromatica is certainly one of the most interesting grapes in the Colli Piacentini viticultural area, capable of making wines with personality and characterized by delightful aromas. The Colli Piacentini Malvasia Acino d'Oro 2021 - produced by Tenuta Ferraia in Ziano Piacentino - is certainly one of the finest examples of this variety, a wine of remarkable class and elegance, uniquely agreeable, and with a very long persistent finish. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The beautiful Malvasia di Candia Aromatica produced in the Piacenza hills by the Ferraia winery has conquered DiWineTaste five diamond award and the title of best wine of the month. Malvasia di Candia Aromatica is certainly one of the most interesting grapes in the Colli Piacentini viticultural area, capable of making wines with personality and characterized by delightful aromas. The Colli Piacentini Malvasia Acino d'Oro 2021 - produced by Tenuta Ferraia in Ziano Piacentino - is certainly one of the finest examples of this variety, a wine of remarkable class and elegance, uniquely agreeable, and with a very long persistent finish. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000374.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000374.mp3 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:30:00 GMT 11:25 wine, december, 2025, colli, piacentini, malvasia, acino, oro, ferraia, piacenza, emilia-romagna, italy, best, white Tenuta I Gelsi is a relatively recent winery, yet in just a few years it has established itself as one of the most interesting and important wineries in the Vulture area and Basilicata. Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Riserva Calaturi 2017 is the perfect proof of the potential of Lucania's great red grape, confirming the character of these red wines born from the soil of the Vulture volcano. A stunning wine conquering both DiWineTaste's Five Diamonds and the title of Best Wine of the Month. Gauthier Soho The great Aglianico from Tenuta I Gelsi is the best wine of November 2025, power and elegance that speaks about the Vulture territory. Tenuta I Gelsi is a relatively recent winery, yet in just a few years it has established itself as one of the most interesting and important wineries in the Vulture area and Basilicata. Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Riserva Calaturi 2017 is the perfect proof of the potential of Lucania's great red grape, confirming the character of these red wines born from the soil of the Vulture volcano. A stunning wine conquering both DiWineTaste's Five Diamonds and the title of Best Wine of the Month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000372.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000372.mp3 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT 12:27 wine, november, 2025, aglianico, vulture, superiore, riserva, calaturi, potenza, basilicata, italy, best, red Manincor amazes with the elegance and finesse of its wines, including Le Petit 2021, a marvelous interpretation of the late-harvest Petit Manseng. Located in Caldaro - a renowned Alto Adige region for its elegant red wines - Manincor grows the grapes used for this magnificent sweet wine in its own vineyards in the Mazzon wine-growing area. An impeccable interpretation, this late-harvest wine of rare elegance conquers the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine for October 2025. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Class, elegance, and finesse of a great late harvest, the beautiful wine from the Manincor winery conquers the title of best wine of the month. Manincor amazes with the elegance and finesse of its wines, including Le Petit 2021, a marvelous interpretation of the late-harvest Petit Manseng. Located in Caldaro - a renowned Alto Adige region for its elegant red wines - Manincor grows the grapes used for this magnificent sweet wine in its own vineyards in the Mazzon wine-growing area. An impeccable interpretation, this late-harvest wine of rare elegance conquers the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine for October 2025. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000370.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000370.mp3 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT 11:17 wine, october, 2025, le petit, manincor, petit manseng, enzenberg, caldaro, alto adige, south thyrol, italy, best, sweet Le Caniette is among the leading wineries in the Piceno area, in the province of Ascoli Piceno, a vast denomination of the Marche region. With over 120 years of history, this winery's wines are distinguished by their excellent quality, a trusted benchmark in this region for years. The Rosso Piceno Superiore Morellone 2020 expresses finesse and elegance combined with the character of Montepulciano and the personality of Sangiovese, for a five diamond wine, earning the title of best of the month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Among the most significant red wines from the Le Caniette winery, an excellent expression of the Piceno area, deserving the five diamond award and the title of best wine of the month. Le Caniette is among the leading wineries in the Piceno area, in the province of Ascoli Piceno, a vast denomination of the Marche region. With over 120 years of history, this winery's wines are distinguished by their excellent quality, a trusted benchmark in this region for years. The Rosso Piceno Superiore Morellone 2020 expresses finesse and elegance combined with the character of Montepulciano and the personality of Sangiovese, for a five diamond wine, earning the title of best of the month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000368.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000368.mp3 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT 9:49 wine, september, 2025, rosso, piceno, superiore, morellone, caniette, giovanni, vagnoni, montepulciano, sangiovese, ascoli, marche, marches, italy, best, red The Bindella winery in Vallocaia is a leading winery in the Montepulciano area since many years, among the main representatives of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The 2021 Riserva Vallocaia conquers the title of best wine for summer 2025, as well as DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. This recognition has also been earned by five other wines and vintages reviewed over the summer. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The Bindella winery's excellent Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva has been awarded the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine. The Bindella winery in Vallocaia is a leading winery in the Montepulciano area since many years, among the main representatives of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The 2021 Riserva Vallocaia conquers the title of best wine for summer 2025, as well as DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. This recognition has also been earned by five other wines and vintages reviewed over the summer. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000366.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000366.mp3 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT 13:35 vino, summer, 2025, nobile, montepulciano, riserva, vallocaia, bindella, sangiovese, colorino, rudi, giovanni, capuano, siena, tuscany, italy, best, red Riecine, located in Gaiole in Chianti - in the province of Siena, is one of the most representative and renowned wineries in the Chianti Classico area. Committed to the Sangiovese grape, it is now successfully led by Alessandro Campatelli, who - after taking over the reins and the vision of the former owners - stands out for his exceptional production, such as the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Gittori, a stunning expression of this appellation, a Sangiovese of impeccable class and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great Chianti Classico, a magnificent expression of Sangiovese, conquered DiWineTaste five diamonds award and the title of best wine of the month. Riecine, located in Gaiole in Chianti - in the province of Siena, is one of the most representative and renowned wineries in the Chianti Classico area. Committed to the Sangiovese grape, it is now successfully led by Alessandro Campatelli, who - after taking over the reins and the vision of the former owners - stands out for his exceptional production, such as the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Gittori, a stunning expression of this appellation, a Sangiovese of impeccable class and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000364.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000364.mp3 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:15:00 GMT 13:20 wine, june, 2025, chianti, classico, gran selezione, vigna, gittori, sangiovese, riecine, alessandro, campatelli, gaiole, siena, tuscany, italy, best, red Lis Neris - the famous winery in San Lorenzo Isontino, in the province of Gorizia - has always been one of the main protagonists of the Friuli Isonzo denomination and of the entire region. Successfully led by Alvaro Pecorari, Lis Neris stands out for its elegant and complex wines, the result of patient work of time and the quality of the grapes that express themselves excellently in these lands. Friuli Isonzo Bianco Lis 2019 is the result of these particular conditions, a great white wine that conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of May 2025. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc together for a magnificent white wine, a masterpiece of elegance and class, yet another proof of the highest quality from Lis Neris winery. Lis Neris - the famous winery in San Lorenzo Isontino, in the province of Gorizia - has always been one of the main protagonists of the Friuli Isonzo denomination and of the entire region. Successfully led by Alvaro Pecorari, Lis Neris stands out for its elegant and complex wines, the result of patient work of time and the quality of the grapes that express themselves excellently in these lands. Friuli Isonzo Bianco Lis 2019 is the result of these particular conditions, a great white wine that conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of May 2025. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000362.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000362.mp3 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:40:00 GMT 13:32 wine, may, 2025, friuli, isonzo, bianco, lis, pinot grigio, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, lis neris, alvaro, pecorari, gorizia, friuli-venezia giulia, italy, best, white Andreola is one of the main wineries of reference in the Valdobbiadene area. Founded in 1984 by Nazzareno Pola, it has managed to establish itself in the Olympus of Prosecco thanks to the quality of their wines, focusing - no less - on the diversification and expression of the individual territories - the so-called "rive" - ​​managing to create bottles of strong personality and quality. The Founder's Label, which bears the name of Nazzareno Pola, is yet another example of the high quality of Andreola, winning DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of April 2025. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The excellent Valdobbiadene dedicated to the founder Nazzareno Pola wins the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Andreola is one of the main wineries of reference in the Valdobbiadene area. Founded in 1984 by Nazzareno Pola, it has managed to establish itself in the Olympus of Prosecco thanks to the quality of their wines, focusing - no less - on the diversification and expression of the individual territories - the so-called "rive" - ​​managing to create bottles of strong personality and quality. The Founder's Label, which bears the name of Nazzareno Pola, is yet another example of the high quality of Andreola, winning DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of April 2025. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000360.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000360.mp3 Fri, 30 May 2025 14:20:00 GMT 14:41 wine, april, 2025, valdobbiadene, extra dry, prosecco, dirupo, nazzareno pola, etichetta del fondatore, glera, bianchetta, perera, treviso, veneto, italy, best, sparkling Argiano is one of the main and most established wineries in the Montalcino area and Tuscany. Famous for its excellent Brunello di Montalcino, Argiano is also the producer of one of the greatest Super Tuscans in history, created for the first time with the 1995 vintage thanks to the vision and the amazing genius of Giacomo Tachis, the greatest Italian winemaker and father of the wine renaissance in the country. Solengo 2021 - still produced today with the composition conceived by the great Piedmontese winemaker - conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of March 2025. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste One of the most famous and celebrated Super Tuscans, created by the genius of Giacomo Tachis, conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Argiano is one of the main and most established wineries in the Montalcino area and Tuscany. Famous for its excellent Brunello di Montalcino, Argiano is also the producer of one of the greatest Super Tuscans in history, created for the first time with the 1995 vintage thanks to the vision and the amazing genius of Giacomo Tachis, the greatest Italian winemaker and father of the wine renaissance in the country. Solengo 2021 - still produced today with the composition conceived by the great Piedmontese winemaker - conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of March 2025. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000358.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000358.mp3 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:45:00 GMT 13:49 wine, march, 2025, solengo, argiano, montalcino, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot, sangiovese, 2021, siena, tuscany, italy, best, red Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Classico Riserva by Villa Bucci is certainly one of the most celebrated and representative wines of the entire denomination, as well as one of the magnificent expressions of the Fratelli Bucci winery in Ostra Vetere, in the province of Ancona. An amazing wine that, with the 2021 vintage, confirms DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and conquers - for the second time - the title of best wine of the month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The beautiful Verdicchio Riserva by Villa Bucci conquers and confirms DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and is awarded the title of best wine of the month. Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Classico Riserva by Villa Bucci is certainly one of the most celebrated and representative wines of the entire denomination, as well as one of the magnificent expressions of the Fratelli Bucci winery in Ostra Vetere, in the province of Ancona. An amazing wine that, with the 2021 vintage, confirms DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and conquers - for the second time - the title of best wine of the month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000356.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000356.mp3 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 13:15:00 GMT 12:06 wine, february, 2025, castelli, jesi, verdicchio, classico, riserva, fratelli, villa, bucci, 2021, ancona, italy, best, white Alto Adige Sauvignon Lafoa 2022, an extraordinary wine produced by Cantina Colterenzio, prove to be, again, as one of the greatest enological expressions produced with Sauvignon Blanc in Italy. A complex and elegant wine, it conquers the title of best wine of the month for the second time, in addition to the confirmation of DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, a recognition widely supported by the quality that this winery has expressed for years in each of its wines. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The amazing Sauvignon Blanc from Cantina Colterenzio conquers the title of best wine of the month for the second time and confirms its DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. Alto Adige Sauvignon Lafoa 2022, an extraordinary wine produced by Cantina Colterenzio, prove to be, again, as one of the greatest enological expressions produced with Sauvignon Blanc in Italy. A complex and elegant wine, it conquers the title of best wine of the month for the second time, in addition to the confirmation of DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, a recognition widely supported by the quality that this winery has expressed for years in each of its wines. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000354.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000354.mp3 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:45:00 GMT 11:28 wine, january, 2025, alto, adige, sauvignon, blanc, lafoa, cantina, colterenzio, 2022, bozen, south, thyrol, italy, best, white Fontanavecchia, a historic winery in Sannio, in the province of Benevento, Campania, is one of the leading wineries in the Sannio and Taburno areas. Led for over 150 years by the Rillo family, excellent wines are produced here with the main grapes of the area, such as Aglianico and Falanghina. Aglianico del Taburno Riserva Grave Mora 2017 - among Fontanavecchia's flagship red wines - represents one of the highest expressions of the denomination, deserving DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of December 2024. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The Rillo family's great Aglianico reserve conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Fontanavecchia, a historic winery in Sannio, in the province of Benevento, Campania, is one of the leading wineries in the Sannio and Taburno areas. Led for over 150 years by the Rillo family, excellent wines are produced here with the main grapes of the area, such as Aglianico and Falanghina. Aglianico del Taburno Riserva Grave Mora 2017 - among Fontanavecchia's flagship red wines - represents one of the highest expressions of the denomination, deserving DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of December 2024. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000352.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000352.mp3 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:00:00 GMT 13:16 wine, december, 2024, aglianico, taburno, riserva, grave, mora, fontanavecchia, libero, rillo, 2017, benevento, campania, italy, best, red Rocca delle Macie - at Castellina in Chianti, in province of Siena - is among the main wineries of Chianti Classico, with a rich range of wines belonging to this important Tuscan denomination, each with a precise personality and character. Among these, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli definitely stands out, made with 100% Sangiovese, a masterpiece of elegance and class, as well as deserving DiWineTaste five DiWineTaste. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, made with Sangiovese, a magnificent expression of an area that has always had a vocation for the production of great red wines. Rocca delle Macie - at Castellina in Chianti, in province of Siena - is among the main wineries of Chianti Classico, with a rich range of wines belonging to this important Tuscan denomination, each with a precise personality and character. Among these, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli definitely stands out, made with 100% Sangiovese, a masterpiece of elegance and class, as well as deserving DiWineTaste five DiWineTaste. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000350.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000350.mp3 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 14:30:00 GMT 13:15 wine, november, 2024, chianti, classico, gran selezione, sangiovese, sergio, zingarelli, rocca, macie, 2019, siena, tuscany, italy, best, red Valentino Butussi winery - in Corno di Rosazzo, in the province of Udine - in addition to being one of the main protagonists of the Friuli Colli Orientali denomination, is certainly one of the leading names in the wine production of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Among the wines of notable quality produced in this winery, the magnificent Pinot Grigio Ramato Madonna d'Aiuto stands out, a Five Diamond masterpiece capable of surprising for its personality, finesse and character. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A Pinot Grigio in the ramato style and produced by Valentino Butussi winery, a wine of magnificent personality and character, conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Valentino Butussi winery - in Corno di Rosazzo, in the province of Udine - in addition to being one of the main protagonists of the Friuli Colli Orientali denomination, is certainly one of the leading names in the wine production of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Among the wines of notable quality produced in this winery, the magnificent Pinot Grigio Ramato Madonna d'Aiuto stands out, a Five Diamond masterpiece capable of surprising for its personality, finesse and character. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000348.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000348.mp3 Fri, 29 Nov 2024 15:30:00 GMT 12:49 wine, october, 2024, friuli, venezia giulia, colli orientali, pinot grigio, pinot gris, ramato, madonna, aiuto, valentino, butussi, 2019, udine, italy, best, white Marchesi de' Cordano - in Loreto Aprutino, in the province of Pescara - is committed to the production of typical Abruzzo wines and with the native varieties that have made this region famous in the world: Montepulciano, Trebbiano, Pecorino, Cococciola and Passerina. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Terra dei Vestini Santinumi 2017, a magnificent example of quality and expression of this land, convinces for its character and personality, not least, for the excellent five-diamond quality. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A Montepulciano with notable personality, in the Riserva style and produced in Loreto Aprutino, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Marchesi de' Cordano - in Loreto Aprutino, in the province of Pescara - is committed to the production of typical Abruzzo wines and with the native varieties that have made this region famous in the world: Montepulciano, Trebbiano, Pecorino, Cococciola and Passerina. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Terra dei Vestini Santinumi 2017, a magnificent example of quality and expression of this land, convinces for its character and personality, not least, for the excellent five-diamond quality. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000346.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000346.mp3 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT 10:53 wine, september, 2024, monteulciano, abruzzo, riserva, terra, vestini, santinumi, marchesi, cordano, 2017, italy, best, res The Rottensteiner winery is committed to the production of typical Alto Adige wines, in particular those of the Santa Maddalena denomination, as well as white and red wines of the area, all of which having a remarkable personality. The magnificent passito produced with Gewürztraminer, a perfect interpretation of this very fragrant grape, is a triumph of aromas and sensorial elegance, such as to deserve DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of summer 2024. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A beautifully elegant passito, produced in Alto Adige with Gewürztraminer, conquers the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the summer. The Rottensteiner winery is committed to the production of typical Alto Adige wines, in particular those of the Santa Maddalena denomination, as well as white and red wines of the area, all of which having a remarkable personality. The magnificent passito produced with Gewürztraminer, a perfect interpretation of this very fragrant grape, is a triumph of aromas and sensorial elegance, such as to deserve DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of summer 2024. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000344.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000344.mp3 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 13:34:50 GMT 12:16 wine, summer, 2024, alto, adige, gewurztraminer, gewürztraminer, passito, rottensteiner, 2020, italy, best, sweet It was 1984 when the first vintage of a wine was produced that would become a milestone in the enology of Sardinia and Italy. The first wine from the island to be aged in barrique, Carignano del Sulcis Rosso Superiore Terre Brune is one of the many illustrious sons of one of the greatest Italian winemakers of all time: Giacomo Tachis. A great red wine that is still capable of exciting and worthily representing Sardinia and Italian winemaking in the world. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The extraordinary Carignano del Sulcis by Cantine Santadi conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of June 2024. It was 1984 when the first vintage of a wine was produced that would become a milestone in the enology of Sardinia and Italy. The first wine from the island to be aged in barrique, Carignano del Sulcis Rosso Superiore Terre Brune is one of the many illustrious sons of one of the greatest Italian winemakers of all time: Giacomo Tachis. A great red wine that is still capable of exciting and worthily representing Sardinia and Italian winemaking in the world. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000342.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000342.mp3 Wed, 31 Jul 2024 14:00:00 GMT 12:05 wine, june, 2024, carignano, sulcis, superiore, terre, brune, bovale, giacomo, tachis, sardinia, 2019, italy, best, red The De Stefani family has been involved in the production of wine since 1866, always dedicated to the valorization of the typical grapes of the Refrontolo area and of the denominations that extend into the provinces of Treviso and Venice. From Marzemino is being produced the excellent Stèfen 1624, a wine of extraordinary class and elegance, capable of winning DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of May 2024. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great red wine produced with Marzemino in the historic territory of Refrontolo, wins DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. The De Stefani family has been involved in the production of wine since 1866, always dedicated to the valorization of the typical grapes of the Refrontolo area and of the denominations that extend into the provinces of Treviso and Venice. From Marzemino is being produced the excellent Stèfen 1624, a wine of extraordinary class and elegance, capable of winning DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of May 2024. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000340.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000340.mp3 Sat, 29 Jun 2024 13:15:00 GMT 12:23 wine, may, 2024, colli, piave, refrontolo, stefen, 1624, marzemino, treviso, venezia, venice, veneto, 2018, italy, best, red Santa Lucia, in Corato, in the province of Bari, has been committed to the production of wines for over two centuries, with a family history that boasts four centuries of history. Among the most interesting varieties of Apulia, the Uva di Troia - locally called Nero di Troia - is the protagonist of the magnificent Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva Le More 2019, a wine of beautiful personality and excellent quality, an impeccable expression of the great Apulian grape and its DOCG denomination. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A magnificent red wine, produced with one of the most interesting native varieties of Apulia, wins DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Santa Lucia, in Corato, in the province of Bari, has been committed to the production of wines for over two centuries, with a family history that boasts four centuries of history. Among the most interesting varieties of Apulia, the Uva di Troia - locally called Nero di Troia - is the protagonist of the magnificent Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva Le More 2019, a wine of beautiful personality and excellent quality, an impeccable expression of the great Apulian grape and its DOCG denomination. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000338.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000338.mp3 Thu, 30 May 2024 14:30:00 GMT 13:05 wine, april, 2024,castel, monte, nero, troia, riserva, le more, santa, lucia, capano, corato, bari, apulia, puglia, 2019, italy, best, red Lacrima is a grape with a surprising versatility, capable of creating wines which are always appreciated for their aromas. Stefano Mancinelli is undeniably one of the historic producers who successfully committed himself to the wines produced with Lacrima grape and in the Morro d'Alba denomination. His Terre dei Goti Rosso, an impeccable example of class and elegance, gives the glass a powerful and rich expression of Lacrima, conquering DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste An extraordinary wine, made from Lacrima, the famous grape of Morro d'Alba, a magnificent expression of class and elegance deserving Five Diamonds. Lacrima is a grape with a surprising versatility, capable of creating wines which are always appreciated for their aromas. Stefano Mancinelli is undeniably one of the historic producers who successfully committed himself to the wines produced with Lacrima grape and in the Morro d'Alba denomination. His Terre dei Goti Rosso, an impeccable example of class and elegance, gives the glass a powerful and rich expression of Lacrima, conquering DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000336.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000336.mp3 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:30:00 GMT 13:15 wine, march, 2024, lacrima, terre, goti, morro, alba, stefano, mancinelli, ancona, marche, 2018, italy, best, red Montefalco Sagrantino is a wine always capable of amazing results, with its proverbial power which, when well balanced and managed, makes extraordinary enological beauty. Like the Montefalco Sagrantino Exubera 2016 by Terre de la Custodia, a great wine confirming both the high quality of this winery and the magnificent territory from which it comes from. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Powerful and elegant, the flagship Sagrantino of Terre de la Custodia expresses the beauty of the great grape from Montefalco, a wine of character and admirable execution. Montefalco Sagrantino is a wine always capable of amazing results, with its proverbial power which, when well balanced and managed, makes extraordinary enological beauty. Like the Montefalco Sagrantino Exubera 2016 by Terre de la Custodia, a great wine confirming both the high quality of this winery and the magnificent territory from which it comes from. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000334.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000334.mp3 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 14:45:00 GMT 13:18 wine, february, 2024, montefalco, sagrantino, exubera, terre, custodia, perugia, umbria, 2016, italy, best, red Produced with late harvest grapes, Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo is one of Cantine del Notaio's iconic wines. The 2016 vintage, in its usual excellence, confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. A masterpiece of remarkable elegance and class, of endless aromas in a magnificent symphony, with a caressing and powerful taste, an Aglianico of primary importance in the panorama of Vulture wines. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great Aglianico by Cantine del Notaio confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and conquers the title of best wine of the month. Produced with late harvest grapes, Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo is one of Cantine del Notaio's iconic wines. The 2016 vintage, in its usual excellence, confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. A masterpiece of remarkable elegance and class, of endless aromas in a magnificent symphony, with a caressing and powerful taste, an Aglianico of primary importance in the panorama of Vulture wines. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000332.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000332.mp3 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:00:00 GMT 13:33 wine, january, 2024, aglianico, vulture, sigillo, cantine, notaio, potenza, basilicata, 2016, italy, best, red A precious wine is added to the celebrated Lafoa range of the Colterenzio winery, made of the main grape varieties that have distinguished Alto Adige winemaking for years. The Lafoa range is in fact enriched with an amazing reserve of Pinot Noir, a wine of sumptuous class and elegance, an enological masterpiece to be considered - undoubtedly - among the best wines of the region, awarded not only with DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, but also as the best wine of December 2023. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Pinot Noir from Colterenzio winery, the new entry to the prestigious Lafoa line, is a five diamonds masterpiece of elegance and class. A precious wine is added to the celebrated Lafoa range of the Colterenzio winery, made of the main grape varieties that have distinguished Alto Adige winemaking for years. The Lafoa range is in fact enriched with an amazing reserve of Pinot Noir, a wine of sumptuous class and elegance, an enological masterpiece to be considered - undoubtedly - among the best wines of the region, awarded not only with DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, but also as the best wine of December 2023. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000330.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000330.mp3 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 15:00:00 GMT 13:28 wine, december, 2023, alto, adige, pinot, nero, noir, riserva, lafoa, colterenzio, bolzano, alto adige, south tyrol, 2019, italy, best, red The Begali winery is one of the most important wineries in Valpolicella, committed to the production of wines from this land and, in particular, Amarone. The celebrated Riserva Monte Ca' Bianca 2017, made from Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta grapes, is certainly among the reference wines of the denomination. An Amarone produced in the classic territory, expressing an extremely refined class in the glass, with aromas of marked elegance and a full yet velvety structure. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The Begali's Amarone Riserva, among the historic winreies of Valpolicella, conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. The Begali winery is one of the most important wineries in Valpolicella, committed to the production of wines from this land and, in particular, Amarone. The celebrated Riserva Monte Ca' Bianca 2017, made from Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Oseleta grapes, is certainly among the reference wines of the denomination. An Amarone produced in the classic territory, expressing an extremely refined class in the glass, with aromas of marked elegance and a full yet velvety structure. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000328.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000328.mp3 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 15:15:00 GMT 12:05 wine, november, 2023, amarone, valpolicella, classico, riserva, begali, corvina, corvinone, rondinella, oseleta, verona, veneto, 2017, italy, best, red Anna Maria Abbona's wines have always stood out for their excellent quality, with production focused on wines from the Langhe - in Piedmont - and, in particular, for the Dogliani area, famous for its wines from Dolcetto grapes. Dogliani Superiore San Bernardo 2018, one of the reference wines for the denomination, expresses the magnificent character of its personality, giving a Dolcetto of extraordinary class and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Anna Maria Abbona's magnificent Dolcetto conquersDiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Anna Maria Abbona's wines have always stood out for their excellent quality, with production focused on wines from the Langhe - in Piedmont - and, in particular, for the Dogliani area, famous for its wines from Dolcetto grapes. Dogliani Superiore San Bernardo 2018, one of the reference wines for the denomination, expresses the magnificent character of its personality, giving a Dolcetto of extraordinary class and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000326.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000326.mp3 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:30:00 GMT 12:51 wine, october, 2023, dogliani, superiore, san bernardo, dolcetto, anna maria, abbona, farigliano, cuneo, piedmont, langhe, 2018, italy, best, red Antonelli San Marco is among the historic and reference wineries for Montefalco wines, in particular Sagrantino. Interesting white wines are also produced here and - in particular - with Trebbiano Spoletino, the emerging white grape of Umbria, part of the wines of the Spoleto denomination. An amazing wine, with great character and personality, the result of a particular production process and one of the most famous vineyards of the winery: Vigna Tonda. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A beautiful white signed by one of the most representative wineries of Montefalco, produced with Trebbiano Spoletino, wins the title of best wine of the month. Antonelli San Marco is among the historic and reference wineries for Montefalco wines, in particular Sagrantino. Interesting white wines are also produced here and - in particular - with Trebbiano Spoletino, the emerging white grape of Umbria, part of the wines of the Spoleto denomination. An amazing wine, with great character and personality, the result of a particular production process and one of the most famous vineyards of the winery: Vigna Tonda. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000324.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000324.mp3 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:30:00 GMT 11:46 wine, september, 2023, spoleto, trebbiano, spoletino, anteprima, tonda, umbria, perugia, antonelli, san, marco, 2020, italy, best, white Tiefenbrunner is one of the oldest wineries in Alto Adige, producing great wines with a magnificent expression of the territory. The Castel Turmhof winery wins the five DiWineTaste diamonds and the title of best wine for summer 2023 with the extraordinary Chardonnay Vigna Au, a grandiose reserve, a valuable representative of the enology of Alto Adige and Italy. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A magnificent Chardonnay from Alto Adige and produced by one of the oldest and most representative wineries in the region, wins the five diamonds and the title of best of the summer. Tiefenbrunner is one of the oldest wineries in Alto Adige, producing great wines with a magnificent expression of the territory. The Castel Turmhof winery wins the five DiWineTaste diamonds and the title of best wine for summer 2023 with the extraordinary Chardonnay Vigna Au, a grandiose reserve, a valuable representative of the enology of Alto Adige and Italy. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000322.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000322.mp3 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:15:00 GMT 13:40 wine, summer, 2023, alto, adige, chardonnay, riserva, au, cantina, tiefenbrunner, winery, castel, turmhof, 2019, south, thyrol, italy, best, white Tramin Winery represents an important reference for the production of wines from Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir grapes, among the excellence of Alto Adige and Italy. Alto Adige Gewürztraminer Terminum 2021 stands out for its elegance and finesse, an absolute masterpiece of enological precision in which the personality of the renowned South Tyrolean aromatic grape is fully expressed. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The spectacular sweet Gewürztraminer from Tramin Winery is confirmed as one of the excellences of the Italian enology and is the best wine of the month. Tramin Winery represents an important reference for the production of wines from Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir grapes, among the excellence of Alto Adige and Italy. Alto Adige Gewürztraminer Terminum 2021 stands out for its elegance and finesse, an absolute masterpiece of enological precision in which the personality of the renowned South Tyrolean aromatic grape is fully expressed. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000320.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000320.mp3 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:15:00 GMT 15:07 wine, june, 2023, alto, adige, gewürztraminer, gewurztraminer, terminum, cantina, tramin, winery, termeno, south, tyrol, 2021, italiy, best, sweet The revolution of Abruzzo wine-making begins with the dream of Gianni Masciarelli. A beautiful journey that brought Montepulciano - grape and wine - to the absolute top of the Italian enological Olympus. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Villa Gemma is an impeccable masterpiece of elegance, class and enological perfection, a wine capable of endless emotions, so much to conquer - and confirm - DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of May 2023. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Masciarelli's magnificent Montepulciano conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. The revolution of Abruzzo wine-making begins with the dream of Gianni Masciarelli. A beautiful journey that brought Montepulciano - grape and wine - to the absolute top of the Italian enological Olympus. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Villa Gemma is an impeccable masterpiece of elegance, class and enological perfection, a wine capable of endless emotions, so much to conquer - and confirm - DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of May 2023. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000318.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000318.mp3 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:15:00 GMT 12:06 wine, may, 2023, montepulciano, riserva, abruzzo, villa, gemma, gianni, masciarelli, marina, cvetic, miriam, 2017, italy, best, red Travaglini represents the history of the wines of Gattinara, the famous area in the province of Vercelli (Piedmont) which has Nebbiolo grape as the prestigious interpreter of its wines. Thanks to this magnificent grape, after a careful and scrupulous period of drying, it takes life Il Sogno, the extraordinary wine fruit of the ideas and studies of Giancarlo Travaglini. A great wine with an excellent personality giving Nebbiolo a new and prestigious character, made of class, elegance and power. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A magnificient Nebbiolo born in the land of Gattinara, a dream becoming reality in a wine of extraordinary personality. Travaglini represents the history of the wines of Gattinara, the famous area in the province of Vercelli (Piedmont) which has Nebbiolo grape as the prestigious interpreter of its wines. Thanks to this magnificent grape, after a careful and scrupulous period of drying, it takes life Il Sogno, the extraordinary wine fruit of the ideas and studies of Giancarlo Travaglini. A great wine with an excellent personality giving Nebbiolo a new and prestigious character, made of class, elegance and power. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000316.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000316.mp3 Mon, 29 May 2023 15:00:00 GMT 14:40 wine, april, 2023, sogno, nebbiolo, dried, gattinara, travaglini, giancarlo, cinzia, vercelli, 2018, italy, best, red The wines of Costantino Charrère and Les Crêtes have always won the highest appreciation of wine lovers. A success that is unmistakably perpetuated at each vintage and which confirms the monumental Chardonnay Cuvée Bois among the main representatives of this extraordinary winery in the Aosta Valley. The 2020 vintage confirms the absolute excellence of this magnificent wine, conquering both DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great Chardonnay, among the best white wines of Italy, punctually fascinates at every vintage. An absolute masterpiece of Aosta Valley viticulture. The wines of Costantino Charrère and Les Crêtes have always won the highest appreciation of wine lovers. A success that is unmistakably perpetuated at each vintage and which confirms the monumental Chardonnay Cuvée Bois among the main representatives of this extraordinary winery in the Aosta Valley. The 2020 vintage confirms the absolute excellence of this magnificent wine, conquering both DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000314.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000314.mp3 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:20:00 GMT 12:21 wine, march, 2023, valle d'aosta, aosta valley, chardonnay, cuvée bois, aosta, costantino, elena, eleonora, charrère, 2020, italy, best, white Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni from the Arnaldo Caprai winery has always been the reference wine for this area and was the first to get the magnificent red grape of Montefalco to the top of the enological Olympus. A Sagrantino of extraordinary elegance and class, combined with the typical power of this amazing red berried variety, renders to the tasting the spirit and soul of a land and a grape with a strong and majestic character. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The famous Sagrantino by Arnaldo Caprai conquers, for the third time, the title of best wine of the month in addition to DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni from the Arnaldo Caprai winery has always been the reference wine for this area and was the first to get the magnificent red grape of Montefalco to the top of the enological Olympus. A Sagrantino of extraordinary elegance and class, combined with the typical power of this amazing red berried variety, renders to the tasting the spirit and soul of a land and a grape with a strong and majestic character. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000312.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000312.mp3 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 15:30:00 GMT 14:01 wine, february, 2023, montefalco, sagrantino, 25 anni, umbria, perugia, arnaldo, caprai, 2018, italy, best, red Casalfarneto is located in the heart of the Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi denomination, one of the main wine-growing territories of the Marches. Cimaio 2016 - produced with 100% Verdicchio grapes and affected by noble rot - expresses all the magnificence and elegance of the wines of this denomination, a five diamond masterpiece, an excellence deserving the title of the best wine of January 2023. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The beautiful Verdicchio by Casalfarneto, produced with overripe grapes affected by noble rot, conquers five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Casalfarneto is located in the heart of the Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi denomination, one of the main wine-growing territories of the Marches. Cimaio 2016 - produced with 100% Verdicchio grapes and affected by noble rot - expresses all the magnificence and elegance of the wines of this denomination, a five diamond masterpiece, an excellence deserving the title of the best wine of January 2023. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000310.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000310.mp3 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 15:15:00 GMT 13:22 wine, january, 2023, marche, marches, verdicchio, castelli, jesi, casalfarneto, cimaio, noble rot, 2016, italy, best, white The Enrico Pira & Figli winery undeniably represents the history of Barolo and its wines. Run since the 1980s by Chiara Boschis - one of the first women in Italy to lead a winery and promient exponent of the so-called "Barolo Boys" - her wines have always been a reference for the appellation for class, elegance and finesse. Proof of this are the three Barolos of the 2018 vintage and, in particular, the Cannubi - the famous hill in the center of the Barolo area - magnificently well made, capable of endless emotions, of sublime class, an absolute reference for the Barolos of this vintage. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Barolo by Chiara Boschis - a magnificent expression of Cannubi - conquers the title of excellence of the five diamonds and best wine of the month. The Enrico Pira & Figli winery undeniably represents the history of Barolo and its wines. Run since the 1980s by Chiara Boschis - one of the first women in Italy to lead a winery and promient exponent of the so-called "Barolo Boys" - her wines have always been a reference for the appellation for class, elegance and finesse. Proof of this are the three Barolos of the 2018 vintage and, in particular, the Cannubi - the famous hill in the center of the Barolo area - magnificently well made, capable of endless emotions, of sublime class, an absolute reference for the Barolos of this vintage. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000308.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000308.mp3 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 16:20:00 GMT 13:22 wine, december, 2022, piemonte, piedmont, barolo, cannubi, langhe, nebbiolo, pira, figli, chiara, boschis, 2018, italy, best, red Montecappone has for years been a sure reference in the wine scene of the Marches and, in particular, of the two denominations of Castelli di Jesi and dedicated to Verdicchio. Gianluca Mirizzi successfully leads this beautiful winery in the Marche region, creating a prestigious range named after the family name. The best wine of November belongs to the "Mirizzi" range and is a magnificent expression of a precise wine making vision which sees Verdicchio as the absolute protagonist. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A Verdicchio of character and personality, just another proof of the great potential of this magnificent variety, the confirmation of the excellence of Montecappone. Montecappone has for years been a sure reference in the wine scene of the Marches and, in particular, of the two denominations of Castelli di Jesi and dedicated to Verdicchio. Gianluca Mirizzi successfully leads this beautiful winery in the Marche region, creating a prestigious range named after the family name. The best wine of November belongs to the "Mirizzi" range and is a magnificent expression of a precise wine making vision which sees Verdicchio as the absolute protagonist. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000306.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000306.mp3 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 15:30:00 GMT 12:52 wine, november, 2022, marche, ancona, castelli, jesi, riserva, verdicchio, ergo, sum, montecappone, mirizzi, 2017, italy, best, white Among the main wineries of Campania and Italy, Feudi di San Gregorio has always stood out for the quality and excellence of its wines, all expression of Irpinia - in the province of Avellino - and made from the typical grapes of this territory. Taurasi Riserva Piano di Montevergine 2015, is the confirmation of a great wine, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of October 2022. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Taurasi Riserva of Feudi di San Gregorio wins DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Among the main wineries of Campania and Italy, Feudi di San Gregorio has always stood out for the quality and excellence of its wines, all expression of Irpinia - in the province of Avellino - and made from the typical grapes of this territory. Taurasi Riserva Piano di Montevergine 2015, is the confirmation of a great wine, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of October 2022. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000304.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000304.mp3 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:00:00 GMT 13:08 wine, october, 2022, campania, avellino, irpinia, taurasi, riserva, piano, montevergine, aglianico, feudi, san gregorio, 2015, italy, best, red Tenuta La Scolca is an important wine-making firm of Gavi and which marked the enological prestige of this territory and of the wines produced with Cortese grapes. Founded in 1919, La Scolca stands out, in particular, for the "D'Antan" line, wines produced only in the best vintages and aged for at least 10 years. La Scolca d'Antan 2008 is a magnificent expression of the potential of the Cortese grape, an absolute masterpiece of enormous elegance and class, complexity and personality. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great wine of La Scolca is produced with Cortese grapes, the flagship wine of the d'Antan line, conquers the five diamonds and the title of the best wine of September 2022. Tenuta La Scolca is an important wine-making firm of Gavi and which marked the enological prestige of this territory and of the wines produced with Cortese grapes. Founded in 1919, La Scolca stands out, in particular, for the "D'Antan" line, wines produced only in the best vintages and aged for at least 10 years. La Scolca d'Antan 2008 is a magnificent expression of the potential of the Cortese grape, an absolute masterpiece of enormous elegance and class, complexity and personality. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000302.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000302.mp3 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:30:00 GMT 14:40 wine, september, 2022, piedmont, alessandria, gavi, cortese, scolca, soldati, d'antan, 2008, italy, best, white Barollo winery, an interesting winery in Preganziol, in the province of Treviso, makes beautiful award winning wines, produced in the interesting area near Venice. Their Chardonnay 2018 is an expression of elegance and finesse, an impeccable interpretation of this famous grape, deserving DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for summer 2022. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Chardonnay of Barollo winery, produced with the grapes of the lands between Treviso and Venice, wins the Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the summer 2022. Barollo winery, an interesting winery in Preganziol, in the province of Treviso, makes beautiful award winning wines, produced in the interesting area near Venice. Their Chardonnay 2018 is an expression of elegance and finesse, an impeccable interpretation of this famous grape, deserving DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for summer 2022. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000300.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000300.mp3 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:50:00 GMT 12:45 wine, summer, 2022, veneto, venezia, venice, treviso, chardonnay, barollo, preganziol, 2018, italy, best, white Colterenzio Winery is one of the main wineries in Alto Adige, which has always been capable of making wines of remarkable value and class. Alto Adige Sauvignon Lafoa 2020 is a wine of excellent class, with elegant aromas that lead directly to the qualities of the variety with which it has been made from. A Sauvignon Blanc son of one of the most celebrated lands for the production of the best white wines of Italy. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The beautiful Sauvignon Blanc from Colterenzio Winery wins the title of best wine for the month of June 2022. Colterenzio Winery is one of the main wineries in Alto Adige, which has always been capable of making wines of remarkable value and class. Alto Adige Sauvignon Lafoa 2020 is a wine of excellent class, with elegant aromas that lead directly to the qualities of the variety with which it has been made from. A Sauvignon Blanc son of one of the most celebrated lands for the production of the best white wines of Italy. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000298.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000298.mp3 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 17:00:00 GMT 14:06 wine, june, 2022, alto, adige, sauvignon, blanc, lafoa, south, tyrol, colterenzio, wine, cornaiano, bolzano, girlan, bozen, 2020, italy, best, white Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Classico Riserva Villa Bucci not only represents the renaissance of enology in the Marches region and Italy, it is also part of the history of modern wine making and the dream of two great figures - Ampelio Bucci and Giorgio Grai - who, combining their respective talents and ambitions, have conquered the Olympus of wine. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent wine of Villa Bucci, celebrated Verdicchio and milestone of Italian enology, wins DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Classico Riserva Villa Bucci not only represents the renaissance of enology in the Marches region and Italy, it is also part of the history of modern wine making and the dream of two great figures - Ampelio Bucci and Giorgio Grai - who, combining their respective talents and ambitions, have conquered the Olympus of wine. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000296.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000296.mp3 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:15:00 GMT 14:21 wine, may, 2022, castelli, jesi, verdicchio, riserva, villa, bucci, ampelio, giorgio, grai, ancona, marche, marches, 2017, italy, best, white Tenuta di Capezzana is one of the oldest and most significant wineries in Tuscany, protagonist of the Carmignano appellation in province of Prato. This magnificent wine is dedicated to Ugo Contini Bonacossi - one of the most influential and important figures in the enology of this territory - a pure Sangiovese of extraordinary class and elegance, rich in personality, an admirable example of the potential of this variety in Tuscany. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great Sangiovese, a tribute to one of the most important figures of Tuscan enology, the son of one of the oldest wine lands in Italy. Tenuta di Capezzana is one of the oldest and most significant wineries in Tuscany, protagonist of the Carmignano appellation in province of Prato. This magnificent wine is dedicated to Ugo Contini Bonacossi - one of the most influential and important figures in the enology of this territory - a pure Sangiovese of extraordinary class and elegance, rich in personality, an admirable example of the potential of this variety in Tuscany. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000294.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000294.mp3 Fri, 27 May 2022 15:45:00 GMT 13:34 wine, april, 2022, ugo, contini, bonacossi, tenuta, capezzana, carmignano, prato, tuscany, sangiovese, 2016, italy, best, red The magnificent Barolo Riserva Gramolere 2013 by Giovanni Manzone is confirmed as one of the best expressions of Monforte d'Alba and of the entire denomination. A wine of the highest quality, superb class and elegance, persuasive and rich, wins DiWineTaste five diamonds for the sixth time and the title of best wine of the month for the third time. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Giovanni Manzone's extraordinary Barolo Riserva conquers for the third time the title of best wine of the month in addition to the umpteenth result of the five diamonds. The magnificent Barolo Riserva Gramolere 2013 by Giovanni Manzone is confirmed as one of the best expressions of Monforte d'Alba and of the entire denomination. A wine of the highest quality, superb class and elegance, persuasive and rich, wins DiWineTaste five diamonds for the sixth time and the title of best wine of the month for the third time. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000292.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000292.mp3 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 17:30:00 GMT 14:27 wine, march, 2022, manzone, giovanni, barolo, riserva, gramolere, monforte, alba, langhe, nebbiolo, 2013, cuneo, piedmont, italy, best, red Arpepe is one of the most significant and representative wineries of the evocative enological scenario of Valtellina, absolute pioneer of the rebirth of "Nebbiolo of the Alps" thanks to the passion and commitment of its founder, Arturo Pelizzatti Perego. Valtellina Superiore Sassella Stella Retica 2017 is a Nebbiolo which fascinates with its sumptuous elegance and impeccable class, a superlative wine of extraordinary finesse deserving five diamonds. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Arpepe's magnificent Stella Retica conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Arpepe is one of the most significant and representative wineries of the evocative enological scenario of Valtellina, absolute pioneer of the rebirth of "Nebbiolo of the Alps" thanks to the passion and commitment of its founder, Arturo Pelizzatti Perego. Valtellina Superiore Sassella Stella Retica 2017 is a Nebbiolo which fascinates with its sumptuous elegance and impeccable class, a superlative wine of extraordinary finesse deserving five diamonds. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000290.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000290.mp3 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:40:00 GMT 14:23 wine, february, 2022, arpepe, arturo, pelizzatti, perego, valtellina, superiore, stella, retica, nebbiolo, 2017, sondrio, lombardy, italy, best, red A great wine, impeccable elegance of Sauvignon Blanc. Venica & Venica wins DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month with its excellent Ronco delle Mele 2020. Magnificence and brilliant class, exuberant aromas arising from the magic of this Sauvignon Blanc, an impeccable confirmation of extraordinary quality. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The new year starts with a great Sauvignon Blanc made in Collio by one of the most significant and historic wineries in Friuli Venezia Giulia. A great wine, impeccable elegance of Sauvignon Blanc. Venica & Venica wins DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month with its excellent Ronco delle Mele 2020. Magnificence and brilliant class, exuberant aromas arising from the magic of this Sauvignon Blanc, an impeccable confirmation of extraordinary quality. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000288.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000288.mp3 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:30:00 GMT 13:31 wine, january, 2022, venica, collio, sauvignon, blanc, ronco, mele, 2020, gorizia, friuli, venezia, giulia, italy, best, white Artino 2019 of Tenuta Iuzzolini, produced with two of the most significant grapes of Calabria - Gaglioppo and Magliocco - wins the title of best wine of the month of December 2021. A masterpiece of class and elegance, finesse and remarkable balance, extraordinary representative of the enology of Calabria. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent wine produced with Gaglioppo and Magliocco grapes conquers the title of best wine of the month, a masterpiece of elegance and class from Calabria. Artino 2019 of Tenuta Iuzzolini, produced with two of the most significant grapes of Calabria - Gaglioppo and Magliocco - wins the title of best wine of the month of December 2021. A masterpiece of class and elegance, finesse and remarkable balance, extraordinary representative of the enology of Calabria. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000286.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000286.mp3 Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:30:00 GMT 11:38 wine, december, 2021, tenuta, iuzzolini, artino, calabria, gaglioppo, magliocco, 2019, cirò, marina, crotone, italy, best, red Fattoria La Valentina is one of the primary representatives of Abruzzo's enological greatness, in particular with its wines from Montepulciano grapes, a true reference point for the entire region, a magnificent wine capable of revealing the extraordinary potential of the primary red grape of Abruzzo. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Binomio 2016 conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of November 2021. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Montepulciano of Fattoria La Valentina confirms its amazing class and DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. Fattoria La Valentina is one of the primary representatives of Abruzzo's enological greatness, in particular with its wines from Montepulciano grapes, a true reference point for the entire region, a magnificent wine capable of revealing the extraordinary potential of the primary red grape of Abruzzo. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Binomio 2016 conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of November 2021. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000284.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000284.mp3 Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:40:00 GMT 12:06 wine, november, 2021, fattoria, valentina, montepulciano, abruzzo, riserva, binomio, 2016, spoltore, pescara, italy, best, red The winery successfully run by Paolo and Noemia d'Amico stands out with excellent productions with wines made from grapes grown between Latium and Umbria. Among these, Atlante 2015 offers an interpretation of remarkable quality, a magnificent red wine produced with 100% Cabernet Franc from the vineyards cultivated in Umbria, yet another confirmation of the enological quality of this winery and of 2015 vintage. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A very good example of Cabernet Franc Umbrian land, the beautiful red from Paolo e Noemia d'Amico conquers the title of best wine of the month. The winery successfully run by Paolo and Noemia d'Amico stands out with excellent productions with wines made from grapes grown between Latium and Umbria. Among these, Atlante 2015 offers an interpretation of remarkable quality, a magnificent red wine produced with 100% Cabernet Franc from the vineyards cultivated in Umbria, yet another confirmation of the enological quality of this winery and of 2015 vintage. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000282.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000282.mp3 Thu, 25 Nov 2021 10:30:00 GMT 10:52 wine, october, 2021, paolo, noemia, d'amico, atlante, cabernet, franc, 2015, umbria, best, red The great Brunello di Montalcino Riserva PS 2015 by Siro Pacenti winery conquers, for the second time, DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. A Brunello - a Sangiovese - of monumental elegance and class, an extraordinary wine of incredible and impeccable greatness, to be counted - without a doubt - among the greatest vintages and interpretations of Sangiovese from the land of Montalcino. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Giancarlo Pacenti's monumental Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a magnificent expression of the greatness of Sangiovese, the purest elegance of Montalcino. The great Brunello di Montalcino Riserva PS 2015 by Siro Pacenti winery conquers, for the second time, DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. A Brunello - a Sangiovese - of monumental elegance and class, an extraordinary wine of incredible and impeccable greatness, to be counted - without a doubt - among the greatest vintages and interpretations of Sangiovese from the land of Montalcino. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000280.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000280.mp3 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 16:15:00 GMT 16:45 wine, september, 2021, siro, pacenti, giancarlo, brunello, montalcino, riserva, ps, sangiovese, 2015, siena, toscana, tuscany, italia, italy, best, red The Durella grape - known in Veneto as Durello - is proving to be one of the most interesting rediscoveries of the Veneto wine scene in the last decade, a variety which is well suited to the production of sparkling wines, including the classic method, with results of primary importance. Proof of this is the Lessini Durello Riserva Metodo Classico Extra Brut 2013 by Gianni Tessari, who for years has been committed to the revaluation of this variety with excellent results. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Gianni Tessari confirms his talent and skill with this magnificent Lessini Durello Riserva, a magnificent expression of class and elegance. The Durella grape - known in Veneto as Durello - is proving to be one of the most interesting rediscoveries of the Veneto wine scene in the last decade, a variety which is well suited to the production of sparkling wines, including the classic method, with results of primary importance. Proof of this is the Lessini Durello Riserva Metodo Classico Extra Brut 2013 by Gianni Tessari, who for years has been committed to the revaluation of this variety with excellent results. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000278.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000278.mp3 Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:45:00 GMT 15:09 wine, summer, 2021, gianni, tessari, lessini, durello, durella, 2013, riserva, extra, brut, veneto, italy, best, sparkling Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto 2010 - just like the 2008 and 2009 vintages - wins the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. This magnificent wine - dedicated to the founder of Ricci Curbastro winery - is pure finesse and elegance, in perfect balance between the beauty of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, an absolute reference in the panorama of Franciacorta bubbles. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste For the third vintage in a row, Ricci Curbastro's magnificent Franciacorta wins the Five Diamonds award and the title of best wine of the month. Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto 2010 - just like the 2008 and 2009 vintages - wins the DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. This magnificent wine - dedicated to the founder of Ricci Curbastro winery - is pure finesse and elegance, in perfect balance between the beauty of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, an absolute reference in the panorama of Franciacorta bubbles. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000276.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000276.mp3 Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:00:00 GMT 15:43 wine, june, 2021, ricci, curbastro, franciacorta, dosaggio, zero, 2010, pinot noir, chardonnay, italy, lombardy, best, sparkling Vernaccia di Oristano is one of the most extraordinary wines of the Italian wine scene. A wine of extraordinary and unattainable complexity, Silvio Carta's Vernaccia di Oristano Riserva 2006 wins with full merit DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of May 2021. A magnificent result shared, ex aequo, with 2004 vintage. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent wine made in Oristano and produced by the Silvio Carta winery wins the DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Vernaccia di Oristano is one of the most extraordinary wines of the Italian wine scene. A wine of extraordinary and unattainable complexity, Silvio Carta's Vernaccia di Oristano Riserva 2006 wins with full merit DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for the month of May 2021. A magnificent result shared, ex aequo, with 2004 vintage. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000274.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000274.mp3 Sat, 26 Jun 2021 15:30:00 GMT 18:06 wine, may, 2021, silvio, carta, vernaccia, oristano, riserva, 2006, italy, sardegna, sardinia, best, white Arnaldo Caprai winery is a fundamental protagonist of the Montefalco wine scene, a story originating and growing up under the banner of the magnificent Sagrantino, the great grape and wine of Umbria. Montefalco Sagrantino Valdimaggio 2016 conquers and confirms DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of April 2021. A great wine, perfect union between the power of the famous Umbrian grape with the elegance of refined personality. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Arnaldo Caprai winery conquers five diamonds with its Sagrantino Valdimaggio, best wine of the month of April 2021 Arnaldo Caprai winery is a fundamental protagonist of the Montefalco wine scene, a story originating and growing up under the banner of the magnificent Sagrantino, the great grape and wine of Umbria. Montefalco Sagrantino Valdimaggio 2016 conquers and confirms DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of April 2021. A great wine, perfect union between the power of the famous Umbrian grape with the elegance of refined personality. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000272.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000272.mp3 Fri, 28 May 2021 15:45:00 GMT 12:51 wine, april, 2021, arnaldo, caprai, montefalco, sagrantino, valdimaggio, 2016, italy, umbria, best, red Fattoria Varramista, a very interesting winery in Tuscany, amazes for the beauty and elegance of its wines and, in particular, for the expression of Syrah which, with Varramista 2015 - not least, 2005 and 2001 vintages - stands out in the Olympus of the magnificent wines of Italy. The short vertical of Varramista 2001, 2005 and 2015 undisputably conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of March 2021. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Syrah of Fattoria Varramista, a remarkable wine of elegance and class, wins the title of best wine of the month Fattoria Varramista, a very interesting winery in Tuscany, amazes for the beauty and elegance of its wines and, in particular, for the expression of Syrah which, with Varramista 2015 - not least, 2005 and 2001 vintages - stands out in the Olympus of the magnificent wines of Italy. The short vertical of Varramista 2001, 2005 and 2015 undisputably conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of March 2021. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000270.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000270.mp3 Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:50:00 GMT 14:02 wine, march, 2021, varramista, syrah, fattoria, pisa, 2015, italy, tuscany, best, red Torgiano Rosso Riserva Rubesco Vigna Monticchio is - without a shadow of a doubt - one of the most representative wines of Umbrian enology, for decades a magnificent representative of the Italian excellence in the world. Vintage 2015 brings in our glasses a magnificent Sangiovese rich in elegance and class, a refined expression of the famous Monticchio vineyard, an extraordinary cru of the Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin Torgiano Rosso Riserva. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The renowned Torgiano Rosso Riserva of Lungarotti conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Torgiano Rosso Riserva Rubesco Vigna Monticchio is - without a shadow of a doubt - one of the most representative wines of Umbrian enology, for decades a magnificent representative of the Italian excellence in the world. Vintage 2015 brings in our glasses a magnificent Sangiovese rich in elegance and class, a refined expression of the famous Monticchio vineyard, an extraordinary cru of the Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin Torgiano Rosso Riserva. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000268.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000268.mp3 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 16:10:00 GMT 14:06 wine, february, 2021, torgiano, rosso, riserva, vigna, monticchio, sangiovese, lungarotti, 2015, italy, umbria, best, red South Tyrol is a magnificent land of excellent wines, not least those produced with aromatic white grapes, as in the case of the wine awarded the title of best for the month of January 2021. Kellerei Kaltern - Cantina di Caldaro - conquers for the second time this title, in addition to DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, with a wine produced with dried Moscato Giallo grapes. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent sweet wine from dried Yellow Muscat grape of Caldaro Winery conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. South Tyrol is a magnificent land of excellent wines, not least those produced with aromatic white grapes, as in the case of the wine awarded the title of best for the month of January 2021. Kellerei Kaltern - Cantina di Caldaro - conquers for the second time this title, in addition to DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, with a wine produced with dried Moscato Giallo grapes. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000266.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000266.mp3 Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:15:00 GMT 12:42 wine, januay, 2021, alto adige, south tyrol, moscato giallo, yellow muscat, quintessenz, kellerei kaltern, cantina di caldaro, 2016, italy, migliore, sweet Salvatore Molettieri, the giant of Aglianico, tells the territory of Taurasi and the greatness of the Aglianico grape through the personality and uniqueness of his wines. The amazing Riserva Cinque Querce 2012 is confirmed at the top of the excellence of the Taurasi denomination, a complex and elegant Aglianico, the result of a qualitative and productive path that has brought Salvatore Molettieri to the top of Italian and world winemaking. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent riserva of Salvatore Molettieri, important winery of Taurasi in Montemarano, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month Salvatore Molettieri, the giant of Aglianico, tells the territory of Taurasi and the greatness of the Aglianico grape through the personality and uniqueness of his wines. The amazing Riserva Cinque Querce 2012 is confirmed at the top of the excellence of the Taurasi denomination, a complex and elegant Aglianico, the result of a qualitative and productive path that has brought Salvatore Molettieri to the top of Italian and world winemaking. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000264.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000264.mp3 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 17:20:00 GMT 14:56 wine, december, 2020, taurasi, aglianico, riserva, reserve, cinque, querce, campania, salvatore, molettieri, 2012, italy, best, red Donnafugata is one of the most significant and representative wineries in Sicily, founded in 1983 by the far-sightedness of Giacomo Rallo and his wife Gabriella Anca with the precise aim of undertaking an innovative wine-making quality project. High quality wines, celebrated and consolidated for decades now, important representatives of Sicily such as this magnificent Etna Rosso Fragore 2016 in which is expressed the beauty and potential of Nerello Mascalese, one of the most interesting grapes of this region. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste In the suggestive territory of the Etna volcano is produced the best wine of this month, a fascinating magic of Nerello Mascalese Donnafugata is one of the most significant and representative wineries in Sicily, founded in 1983 by the far-sightedness of Giacomo Rallo and his wife Gabriella Anca with the precise aim of undertaking an innovative wine-making quality project. High quality wines, celebrated and consolidated for decades now, important representatives of Sicily such as this magnificent Etna Rosso Fragore 2016 in which is expressed the beauty and potential of Nerello Mascalese, one of the most interesting grapes of this region. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000262.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000262.mp3 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 12:00:00 GMT 15:50 best, november, 2020, etna, rosso, fragore, nerello, mascalese, sicily, giacomo rallo, donnafugata, 2016, italy, best, red Elena Walch is one of the "primadonnas" of the Italian wine scene, considered by all to be "the queen of Gewürztraminer". Her wines have always been an emblem of quality and elegance, class and refinement. The beautiful Gewürztraminer Concerto Grosso is no exception and it is the best wine of the month for October 2020. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The best wine of this month is produced in South Tyrol and comes from the winery of one of the leading ladies of Italian wine: Elena Walch Elena Walch is one of the "primadonnas" of the Italian wine scene, considered by all to be "the queen of Gewürztraminer". Her wines have always been an emblem of quality and elegance, class and refinement. The beautiful Gewürztraminer Concerto Grosso is no exception and it is the best wine of the month for October 2020. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000260.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000260.mp3 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 15:45:00 GMT 12:25 wine, october, 2020, alto adige, gewurztraminer, gewürztraminer, concerto, grosso, termeno, tramin, elena walch, 2019, italy, best, white Macondo is a small winery run with exacting care by Lorenzo Catasta who, in 2016, decided to make wine from his father's vineyards, planted 50 years ago. Bianko - this is the name of the only wine produced by Macondo - is made from the blend of Trebbiano Toscano and Pecorino grapes, aged for 22 months in barrique, expresses a magnificent sensorial complexity and richness, an endless sequence of clean aromas, as to deserve DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of September 2020. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A white wine made from Trebbiano Toscano and Pecorino grapes conquers the title of best wine of the month. Macondo is a small winery run with exacting care by Lorenzo Catasta who, in 2016, decided to make wine from his father's vineyards, planted 50 years ago. Bianko - this is the name of the only wine produced by Macondo - is made from the blend of Trebbiano Toscano and Pecorino grapes, aged for 22 months in barrique, expresses a magnificent sensorial complexity and richness, an endless sequence of clean aromas, as to deserve DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of September 2020. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000258.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000258.mp3 Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:20:00 GMT 12:21 wine, september, 2020, bianko, macondo, trebbiano toscano, pecorino, cupra marittima, ascoli piceno, marches, 2017, italy, best, white When in 1998 the very first vintage of Morgante's Don Antonio was poured in the glasses of wine lovers all over the world, it got an extraordinary success in a very short time thanks to its impeccable quality. Among the first wines from Nero d'Avola to become famous beyond the borders of Sicily, after many years the charm and excellence of Don Antonio remain a flagship wine for the whole Italian enology. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste One of the very first Nero d'Avola wines to have an extraordinary planetary success, Don Antonio is still today a reference wine for Sicilian enology When in 1998 the very first vintage of Morgante's Don Antonio was poured in the glasses of wine lovers all over the world, it got an extraordinary success in a very short time thanks to its impeccable quality. Among the first wines from Nero d'Avola to become famous beyond the borders of Sicily, after many years the charm and excellence of Don Antonio remain a flagship wine for the whole Italian enology. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000256.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000256.mp3 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 13:00:00 GMT 14:38 wine, summer, 2020, don antonio, sicilia, nero, avola, sicily, agrigento, 2016, italy, best, red La Regola 2016 - a wine taking its name from the winery making it - fully expersses the class and elegance of Cabernet Franc, a not so easy grape both to cultivate and to vinify, it is however appreciated by wine lovers for its vegetal character in which can be perceived green bell pepper. La Regola 2016 conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of June 2020. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Cabernet Franc made by La Regola winery is an expression of class and elegance, a magic from Alta Maremma. La Regola 2016 - a wine taking its name from the winery making it - fully expersses the class and elegance of Cabernet Franc, a not so easy grape both to cultivate and to vinify, it is however appreciated by wine lovers for its vegetal character in which can be perceived green bell pepper. La Regola 2016 conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of June 2020. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000254.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000254.mp3 Sat, 08 Aug 2020 18:30:00 GMT 15:20 wine, june, 2020, la regola, riparbella, pisa, maremma, tuscany, cabernet franc, 2016, italy, best, red San Leonardo is - undoubtedly - among the best wine of Italy and of the world. Created in 1980s by the talent and intuition of Marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, this renowned wine from Trentino is capable of surprising, year after year, vintage after vintage, with a renewed and extraordinary magic of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmènère and Merlot. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The extraordinary wine of Tenuta San Leonardo, magnificent example of absolute class and elegance, conquers again the title of best of the month San Leonardo is - undoubtedly - among the best wine of Italy and of the world. Created in 1980s by the talent and intuition of Marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, this renowned wine from Trentino is capable of surprising, year after year, vintage after vintage, with a renewed and extraordinary magic of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmènère and Merlot. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000252.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000252.mp3 Sat, 20 Jun 2020 14:00:00 GMT 17:09 wine, may, 2020, san leonardo, avio, trentino, cabernet sauvignon, carmener, marlot, trento, tenuta, 2015, italy, best, red Campi Flegrei Piedirosso Vigna delle Volpi 2016 by Agnanum, brilliant example of the potentials of this wine area near Naples, has been awarded with the title of best wine for April 2020. A majestic interpretation of Piedirosso - the ancient and exclusive red berried grape of Campania - gives the senses incredible sensations of elegance and class, besides the typical qualities of black pepper and the lively crispness. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Raffaele Moccia's Piedirosso, a wine of rfemarkable quality, magnificent representative of Campania's enology, conquers the title of best wine for April 2020 Campi Flegrei Piedirosso Vigna delle Volpi 2016 by Agnanum, brilliant example of the potentials of this wine area near Naples, has been awarded with the title of best wine for April 2020. A majestic interpretation of Piedirosso - the ancient and exclusive red berried grape of Campania - gives the senses incredible sensations of elegance and class, besides the typical qualities of black pepper and the lively crispness. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000250.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000250.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2020 13:15:00 GMT 12:56 wine, april, 2020, campi, flegrei, napoli, naples, piedirosso, vigna, volpe, agnanum, agnano, campania, 2016, italy, best, red Tenuta Sant'Antonio - winery committed to the production of Valpolicella and Soave wines - with its stunning Amarone della Valpolicella Campo dei Gigli 2015 conquers DiWIneTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for March 2020. A magnificent Amarone made from Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta and Croatina grapes, a wine of extraordinary class and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Amarone della Valpolicella Campo dei Gigli of Tenuta Sant'Antonio conquers DiWinetaste five diamonds and it is the best wine of the month. Tenuta Sant'Antonio - winery committed to the production of Valpolicella and Soave wines - with its stunning Amarone della Valpolicella Campo dei Gigli 2015 conquers DiWIneTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for March 2020. A magnificent Amarone made from Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta and Croatina grapes, a wine of extraordinary class and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000248.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000248.mp3 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 16:30:00 GMT 15:14 wine, march, 2020, amarone, valpolicella, campo, gigli, tenuta, sant'antonio, corvina, corvinone, rondinella, oseleta, veneto, verona, 2015, italy, best, red By the blending of Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, majestically aged in cask, is produced Alto Adige Terlano Classico Bianco Riserva Nova Domus, a wine of extraordinary class and elegance, a perfect balance of sensations and aromas, an amazing magic by Cantina Terlano. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The beautiful white wine riserva Nova Domus of Cantina Terlano conquers the title of best wine of the month By the blending of Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, majestically aged in cask, is produced Alto Adige Terlano Classico Bianco Riserva Nova Domus, a wine of extraordinary class and elegance, a perfect balance of sensations and aromas, an amazing magic by Cantina Terlano. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000246.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000246.mp3 Mon, 23 Mar 2020 18:15:00 GMT 12:51 wine, february, 2020, pinot blanc, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, alto adige, terlano, classico, riserva, bolzano, bozen, 2017, italy, best, white The extraordinary Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Poggio Ronconi 2014 of Citille di Sopra conquers the title of best wine of January 2020 and DiWineTaste five diamonds. A difficult vintage majestically interpreted by the winery of Torrenieri - few kilometers from Montalcino - confirming the high wuality level of the winery led by Fabio Innocenti. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificient Brunello di Montalcino cru produed by Citille di Sopra conquers the title of best wine of the month and DiWineTaste five diamonds The extraordinary Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Poggio Ronconi 2014 of Citille di Sopra conquers the title of best wine of January 2020 and DiWineTaste five diamonds. A difficult vintage majestically interpreted by the winery of Torrenieri - few kilometers from Montalcino - confirming the high wuality level of the winery led by Fabio Innocenti. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000244.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000244.mp3 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 14:30:00 GMT 15:13 wine, january, 2020, sangiovese, brunello, montalcino, torrenieri, fabio, innocenti, tuscany, siena, 2014, italy, best, red Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Balciana 2016 - undoubtedly the flagship wine of Sartarelli winery - conquers again DiWineTaste five diamonds and wins - for the second time - the title of the best wine of the month. A great wine, ,extraordinary expression of Verdicchio and of Castelli di Jesi area, a masterpiece of quality capable of giving emotions to the senses vintage after vintage. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Verdicchio Balciana of Sartarelli winery confirms to be DiWineTaste five diamonds and conquers the title of best wine of the month Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Balciana 2016 - undoubtedly the flagship wine of Sartarelli winery - conquers again DiWineTaste five diamonds and wins - for the second time - the title of the best wine of the month. A great wine, ,extraordinary expression of Verdicchio and of Castelli di Jesi area, a masterpiece of quality capable of giving emotions to the senses vintage after vintage. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000242.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000242.mp3 Tue, 21 Jan 2020 18:30:00 GMT 13:25 wine, december, 2019, verdicchio, castelli, jesi, balciana, sartarelli, marches, marche, ancona, 2016, italy, best, white Siddura's Moscato di Sardegna Passito Nuali vintage 2016 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and it is the first wine from Sardinia to deserve the title of best wine of the month. A wine of great elegance and class, sublime sensorial finesse, Nuali is the result of the excellent potentials of the territory of Gallura and impeccable production, from vineyard to bottle. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The extraordinary sweet wine from dried grapes of the gallurese winery conquers the five diamonds and it is the best wine of the month Siddura's Moscato di Sardegna Passito Nuali vintage 2016 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and it is the first wine from Sardinia to deserve the title of best wine of the month. A wine of great elegance and class, sublime sensorial finesse, Nuali is the result of the excellent potentials of the territory of Gallura and impeccable production, from vineyard to bottle. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000240.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000240.mp3 Wed, 25 Dec 2019 11:30:00 GMT 12:24 wine, november, 2019, moscato, muscat, sardegna, sardinia, passito, sweet, nuali, siddura, 2016, italy, best A great Trentodoc, produced with Chardonnay, refermented and aged in bottle for at least 84 months, conquers the title of best wine of October 2019 as well as confirming the five diamonds ranking obtained with vintage 2008. The magnificent reserve sparkling method by Endrizzi, of impeccable balance between effervescence, crispness and charming roundness, certainly is one of the best bubbles in Trentodoc appellation. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The stunning Trentodoc by Endrizzi, of magnificent elegance and class, confirms the five diamonds ranking and conquers the title of best wine of the month. A great Trentodoc, produced with Chardonnay, refermented and aged in bottle for at least 84 months, conquers the title of best wine of October 2019 as well as confirming the five diamonds ranking obtained with vintage 2008. The magnificent reserve sparkling method by Endrizzi, of impeccable balance between effervescence, crispness and charming roundness, certainly is one of the best bubbles in Trentodoc appellation. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000238.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000238.mp3 Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:50:00 GMT 12:06 wine, october, 2019, trentodoc, dosaggio, zero, riserva, masetto, privé, endrizzi, trento, trentino, 2009, italy, best, spumante, sparkling Adarmando 2017, excellent white wine from Umbria, confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. A great wine produced with Trebbiano Spoletino - emerging variety of Umbria - capable of reaching sensorial highs of remarkable quality, is an endless symphony of aromas and flavors, of class and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The excellent wine made from Trebbiano Spoletino by Giampaolo Tabarrini conquers and confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Adarmando 2017, excellent white wine from Umbria, confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. A great wine produced with Trebbiano Spoletino - emerging variety of Umbria - capable of reaching sensorial highs of remarkable quality, is an endless symphony of aromas and flavors, of class and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000236.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000236.mp3 Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:30:00 GMT 15:13 wine, september, 2019, adarmando, trebbiano, spoletino, tabarrini, giampaolo, umbria, montefalco, perugia, 2017, italy, best, white Elena Fucci's winery celebrates twenty years of activity with a special and magnificent wine - available in limited quantity - capable of pushing her renowned Titolo up to a new and extraordinary top. A masterpiece Aglianico del Vulture aged in large cask conquering DiWineTaste diamonds and the title of best wine for Summer 2019. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Elena Fucci, successful maker of Aglianico del Vulture and renowned for her Titolo, celebrates the twenty years of her winery with a special edition. Elena Fucci's winery celebrates twenty years of activity with a special and magnificent wine - available in limited quantity - capable of pushing her renowned Titolo up to a new and extraordinary top. A masterpiece Aglianico del Vulture aged in large cask conquering DiWineTaste diamonds and the title of best wine for Summer 2019. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000234.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000234.mp3 Wed, 18 Sep 2019 13:15:00 GMT 12:50 wine, summer, 2019, aglianico, vulture, titolo, twentieth, 20, anniversary, elena, fucci, basilicata, barile, potenza, 2017, italy, best, red Flagship wine of Tenute Silvio Nardi at Casale del Bosco, the renowned Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara 2012 conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month, also confirming the excellence of DiWineTaste five diamonds. A Brunello of spectacular class and elegance, expresses the magnificence of Sangiovese as well as power and personality, with strong however smooth tannins, for an impeccable balance and finesse in every sensorial aspect. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The renowned Brunello di Montalcino of Tenute Silvio Nardi conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month Flagship wine of Tenute Silvio Nardi at Casale del Bosco, the renowned Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara 2012 conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month, also confirming the excellence of DiWineTaste five diamonds. A Brunello of spectacular class and elegance, expresses the magnificence of Sangiovese as well as power and personality, with strong however smooth tannins, for an impeccable balance and finesse in every sensorial aspect. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000232.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000232.mp3 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 14:00:00 GMT 11:32 wine, june, 2019, brunello, montalcino, vigneto, manachiara, tenute silvio nardi, casale del bosco, sangiovese, siena, 2012, italy, best, red Apollonio is an interesting winery in Salento having more than a century of history and committed to the cultivation of grapes and wine production. A broad and significant range of this territory, made of white, rosé and red wines all of them being both interesting and valuable. Copertino Rosso Riserva Divoto 2010, made with Negroamaro and Montepulciano, conquers the title of best wine of May 2019 and DiWineTaste four diamonds and one star. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The very good reserve red wine by Apollonio, made from Negroamaro and Montepulciano, is the best wine of May 2019 Apollonio is an interesting winery in Salento having more than a century of history and committed to the cultivation of grapes and wine production. A broad and significant range of this territory, made of white, rosé and red wines all of them being both interesting and valuable. Copertino Rosso Riserva Divoto 2010, made with Negroamaro and Montepulciano, conquers the title of best wine of May 2019 and DiWineTaste four diamonds and one star. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000230.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000230.mp3 Sat, 15 Jun 2019 16:15:00 GMT 13:27 wine, may, 2019, copertino, rosso, riserva, divoto, apollonio, salento, negroamaro, montepulciano, monterone, lecce, 2010, italy, best, red, wine Ricci Curbastro is one of the most celebrated wineries of Franciacorta and famous for its Satèn, a wine marking a reference for this style in its territory. Among the excellence made by the winery of Capriolo - in province of Brescia - a special mention goes to Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto that, as for vintage 2009, confirms and conquers again DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The excellent Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto of Ricci Curbastro conquers, for the second time, the title of best wine of the month Ricci Curbastro is one of the most celebrated wineries of Franciacorta and famous for its Satèn, a wine marking a reference for this style in its territory. Among the excellence made by the winery of Capriolo - in province of Brescia - a special mention goes to Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto that, as for vintage 2009, confirms and conquers again DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000228.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000228.mp3 Tue, 14 May 2019 14:30:00 GMT 11:43 wine, april, 2019, franciacorta, dosaggio, zero, gualberto, ricci curbastro, ricci, curbastro, pinot noir, chardonnay, capriolo, brescia, 2009, italy, best, sparkling, classic method The magnificent Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Bellovedere 2015 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine for March 2019. A great wine expressing the magnificience of a favorable and promising vintage, the confirmation of the huge potentials of Montepulciano in the land of Abruzzo. Rich, powerful, elegant and impeccable, Bellovedere is an extraordinary wine capable of giving emotions to the senses. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great Montepulciano d'Abruzzo by Fattoria La Valentina conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of the month The magnificent Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva Bellovedere 2015 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine for March 2019. A great wine expressing the magnificience of a favorable and promising vintage, the confirmation of the huge potentials of Montepulciano in the land of Abruzzo. Rich, powerful, elegant and impeccable, Bellovedere is an extraordinary wine capable of giving emotions to the senses. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000226.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000226.mp3 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:30:00 GMT 12:07 wine, march, 2019, montepulciano, abruzzo, riserva, bellovedere, vestini, di properzio, la valentina, spoltore, pescara, 2015, italy, best, red A Verdicchio of remarkable class and elegance, umpteenth confirmation of the extraordinary potentials of this variety in the Castelli di Jesi territory, Montecappone's Utopia Reserve 2015 express a magnificent excellent in every sensorial aspect. A great Verdicchio - entirely vinified in stainless steel - a superb expression of the renowned appellation of Marche, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title the best wine of February 2019. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Montecappone's Verdicchio reserve, one of the most significative wineries of the territory of Jesi, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine. A Verdicchio of remarkable class and elegance, umpteenth confirmation of the extraordinary potentials of this variety in the Castelli di Jesi territory, Montecappone's Utopia Reserve 2015 express a magnificent excellent in every sensorial aspect. A great Verdicchio - entirely vinified in stainless steel - a superb expression of the renowned appellation of Marche, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title the best wine of February 2019. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000224.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000224.mp3 Sat, 09 Mar 2019 13:40:00 GMT 10:42 wine, february, 2019, verdicchio, castelli, jesi, montecappone, mirizzi, ancona, marche, marches, 2015, italy, best, white Avvoltore 2015 - flagship wine of Moris Farms - conquers the title of the best wine for January 2019 as well as confirming DiWineTaste five diamonds. A great wine, fruite of the blending of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, expresses great elegance and class since ever, as well as a silky agreeableness of tannins smoothed by time and the vibrant acidity of Sangiovese, well supported by the power of Cabernet Sauvignon and the spicy touch of Syrah. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The celebrated Super Tuscan born in the territory of Maremma conquers again DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine. Avvoltore 2015 - flagship wine of Moris Farms - conquers the title of the best wine for January 2019 as well as confirming DiWineTaste five diamonds. A great wine, fruite of the blending of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, expresses great elegance and class since ever, as well as a silky agreeableness of tannins smoothed by time and the vibrant acidity of Sangiovese, well supported by the power of Cabernet Sauvignon and the spicy touch of Syrah. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000222.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000222.mp3 Fri, 08 Feb 2019 13:30:00 GMT 9:38 wine, january, 2019, avvoltore, sangiovese, cabernet sauvignon, syrah, moris farms, grosseto, tuscany, 2015, italy, best, red The magnificent Offida Pecorino made by Tenuta Cocci Grifoni and dedicated to Guido Cocci Grifoni, important and fundamental figure for the rediscovering and revaluation of Pecorino grape, conquers for the second time DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for December 2018. A white wine of extraordinary class and elegance, capable of confirming the excellent quality of Pecorino grape, today among the great white berried grapes of the Italian wine scene. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The extraordinary Offida Pecorino dedicated to Guido Cocci Grifoni conquers, for the second time, DiWineTaste five diamonda and the title of best wine The magnificent Offida Pecorino made by Tenuta Cocci Grifoni and dedicated to Guido Cocci Grifoni, important and fundamental figure for the rediscovering and revaluation of Pecorino grape, conquers for the second time DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for December 2018. A white wine of extraordinary class and elegance, capable of confirming the excellent quality of Pecorino grape, today among the great white berried grapes of the Italian wine scene. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000220.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000220.mp3 Mon, 31 Dec 2018 13:50:00 GMT 13:08 wine, december, 2018, offida, pecorino, tenuta cocci grifoni, guido cocci grifoni, paola, marilena, diana, cocci grifoni, ascoli piceno, marche, 2014, italy, best, white Elegance, class, cleanness and expression of a magnificent wine making quality. Brunello di Montalcino Riserva PS 2012 of Siro Pacenti - one of the most representative and significant wineries of this famous wine area in Tuscany - conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of the best wine of November 2018. A Brunello di Montalcino of endless magnificence, supported by a high quality production of absolute value and impeccable excellence. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The extraordinary Brunello di Montalcino Riserva made by Siro Pacenti winery conquers five diamonds and the title of the best winr of this month Elegance, class, cleanness and expression of a magnificent wine making quality. Brunello di Montalcino Riserva PS 2012 of Siro Pacenti - one of the most representative and significant wineries of this famous wine area in Tuscany - conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of the best wine of November 2018. A Brunello di Montalcino of endless magnificence, supported by a high quality production of absolute value and impeccable excellence. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000218.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000218.mp3 Fri, 30 Nov 2018 14:50:00 GMT 15:42 wine, november, 2018, siro pacenti, brunello di montalcino, brunello, ps, montalcino, siena, toscana, sangiovese, riserva, reserve, 2012, italy, best, red Castel De Paolis is constantly committed to quality, a journey which led to the creation of extraordinary wines such as Muffa Nobile, I Quattro Mori and Donna Adriana. This latter white wine, fruit of the blending of Viognier and Malvasia Puntinata del Lazio grapes, conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for October 2018. A wine of huge quality and elegance, Donna Adriana 2016 undoubtedly is one of the best white wines of Italy, a cult wine of Latium enology, of impeccable and extraordinary elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The famous white wine made from Viognier and Malvasia Puntinata del Lazio grapes conquers DiWinetaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for October 2018. Castel De Paolis is constantly committed to quality, a journey which led to the creation of extraordinary wines such as Muffa Nobile, I Quattro Mori and Donna Adriana. This latter white wine, fruit of the blending of Viognier and Malvasia Puntinata del Lazio grapes, conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine for October 2018. A wine of huge quality and elegance, Donna Adriana 2016 undoubtedly is one of the best white wines of Italy, a cult wine of Latium enology, of impeccable and extraordinary elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000216.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000216.mp3 Wed, 31 Oct 2018 15:00:00 GMT 13:44 wine, october, 2018, castel de paolis, grottaferrata, roma, rome, lazio, latium, viognier, malvasia puntinata, malvasia del lazio, 2016, italy, best, white Querciabella is one of the leading and most prestigious wineries in Tuscany, known everywhere for the excellence of its wines. Camartina, produced by this renowned winery of Greve in Chianti, certainly is one of the most fascinating wines of Tuscany in which Cabernet Sauvignon meets Sangiovese, for a result of excellent and absolute quality, as to conquer DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title for the best wine of September 2018. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The celebrated Querciabella's super Tuscan wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese, is the best wine for September 2018. Querciabella is one of the leading and most prestigious wineries in Tuscany, known everywhere for the excellence of its wines. Camartina, produced by this renowned winery of Greve in Chianti, certainly is one of the most fascinating wines of Tuscany in which Cabernet Sauvignon meets Sangiovese, for a result of excellent and absolute quality, as to conquer DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title for the best wine of September 2018. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000214.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000214.mp3 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 10:30:00 GMT 13:25 wine, september, 2018, querciabella, greve in chianti, tuscany, cabernet sauvignon, sangiovese, 2012, italy, best, red Montefalco Sagrantino Valdimaggio is the last born wine at Arnaldo Caprai winery exclusively made with the famous Umbrian red grapes. Released for the first time with vintage 2012, Valdimaggio has promptly conquered DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, confirmed in this 2014 vintage. A Sagrantino having great class and remarkable agreeableness, powerful and elegant, charming and fascinating, it conquers the title for the best wine of summer 2018. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The last born Sagrantino in Caprai winery conquers for the second time DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of summer 2018. Montefalco Sagrantino Valdimaggio is the last born wine at Arnaldo Caprai winery exclusively made with the famous Umbrian red grapes. Released for the first time with vintage 2012, Valdimaggio has promptly conquered DiWineTaste Five Diamonds, confirmed in this 2014 vintage. A Sagrantino having great class and remarkable agreeableness, powerful and elegant, charming and fascinating, it conquers the title for the best wine of summer 2018. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000212.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000212.mp3 Fri, 31 Aug 2018 14:00:00 GMT 16:03 wine, summer, 2018, arnaldo caprai, marco caprai, caprai, montefalco, sagrantino, valdimaggio, 2014, umbria, italy, best, red Bocale winery, owned by Valentini family, is today one of the leading figures of the panorama of Montefalco wines and, in particular, Sagrantino, here produced in sry and passito (sweet) style, Their Montefalco Sagrantino 2013 conquers the title of the best wine of the month for June 2018, a wine having character and personality, in which it is full expressed the soul of red wines of this prestigious wine area of Umbria. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Bocale's Sagrantino 2013 conquers the title of best wine of June 2018, yet another confirmation about the magnificence of Montefalco wines. Bocale winery, owned by Valentini family, is today one of the leading figures of the panorama of Montefalco wines and, in particular, Sagrantino, here produced in sry and passito (sweet) style, Their Montefalco Sagrantino 2013 conquers the title of the best wine of the month for June 2018, a wine having character and personality, in which it is full expressed the soul of red wines of this prestigious wine area of Umbria. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000210.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000210.mp3 Sat, 30 Jun 2018 13:50:00 GMT 13:00 wine, june, 2018, valentini, bocale, montefalco, sagrantino, madonna della stella, umbria, italy, best, red Among one of the most successful wineries of Montefalco - famous city of Umbria, Italy - Tabarrini is a well known producer for the quality of its wines and, in particular, its Montefalco Sagrantino wines, produced in three distinct crus as well as in the traditional sweet style. Montefalco Sagrantino Colle alle Macchie 2013, besides conquering, once again, DiWineTaste five diamonds, it is the wine of the month for May 2018. Antonello Biancalana Sagrantino Campo alle Macchie, one of the three crus made by Tabarrini winery of Montefalco, is the wine of the month for May 2018. Among one of the most successful wineries of Montefalco - famous city of Umbria, Italy - Tabarrini is a well known producer for the quality of its wines and, in particular, its Montefalco Sagrantino wines, produced in three distinct crus as well as in the traditional sweet style. Montefalco Sagrantino Colle alle Macchie 2013, besides conquering, once again, DiWineTaste five diamonds, it is the wine of the month for May 2018. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000208.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000208.mp3 Thu, 31 May 2018 16:19:40 GMT 11:54 wine, may, 2018, giampaolo, tabarrini, montefalco, sagrantino, colle alle macchie, umbria, italy, best, red Giovanni Manzone winery, established in 1925, undeniably is among the most interesting and prestigious expressions of Monforte d'Alba, a territory known for the full bodied and powerful Barolo wines. The magnificent Barolo Riserva Gramolere 2011 conquers once again DiWineTaste five diamonds and for the second time the title of best wine of the month. A great wine, a magnificent Barolo, spectacular interpretations of Nebbiolo in the land of Monforte d'Alba. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious Gramolere reserve of Manzone, beautiful expression of Barolo in Monforte d'Alba, conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month. Giovanni Manzone winery, established in 1925, undeniably is among the most interesting and prestigious expressions of Monforte d'Alba, a territory known for the full bodied and powerful Barolo wines. The magnificent Barolo Riserva Gramolere 2011 conquers once again DiWineTaste five diamonds and for the second time the title of best wine of the month. A great wine, a magnificent Barolo, spectacular interpretations of Nebbiolo in the land of Monforte d'Alba. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000206.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000206.mp3 Mon, 30 Apr 2018 14:30:00 GMT 11:17 vino, april, 2018, five diamonds, barolo, gramolere, 2011, nebbiolo, langhe, riserva, monforte, alba, cuneo, piedmont, giovanni, manzone, mauro, mirella, best, red, italy Sangervasio's Vin Santo, winery of Palaia, in province of Pisa, Tuscany, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of March 2018 with the excellent Colli dell'Etruria Centrale Vin Santo Recinaio 2005. A magnificent wine made from dried grapes, capable of expressing excellence in every sensorial aspect, produced with Trebbiano Toscano, San Colombano and Sangiovese. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great "Vin Santo", aged for eight years in caratelli barrels and produced by Sangervasio, conquers the title of the best wine of this month. Sangervasio's Vin Santo, winery of Palaia, in province of Pisa, Tuscany, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of March 2018 with the excellent Colli dell'Etruria Centrale Vin Santo Recinaio 2005. A magnificent wine made from dried grapes, capable of expressing excellence in every sensorial aspect, produced with Trebbiano Toscano, San Colombano and Sangiovese. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000204.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000204.mp3 Sat, 31 Mar 2018 13:30:00 GMT 11:27 wine, march, 2018, vin santo, vinsanto, colli, etruria, centrale, sangervasio, san gervasio, palaia, pisa, trebbiano, toscano, san colombano, sangiovese, tomassini, sweet, passito, tuscany, italy, best In 1988, during one of the many dinners two friends used to have together, originated one of the greatest iconic and cult wines of Tuscan and Italian enology. Made by blending Sangiovese from Capannelle's vineyards and Merlot from Avignonesi's estates, 50 & 50 is a wine of remarkable elegance and finesse, a majestic representative of the so called "Super Tuscan" category and that, today as well as in 1988, continues to amaze for its impeccable quality. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The iconic Tuscan wine, originated from the friendship of two gentlemen, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for this month. In 1988, during one of the many dinners two friends used to have together, originated one of the greatest iconic and cult wines of Tuscan and Italian enology. Made by blending Sangiovese from Capannelle's vineyards and Merlot from Avignonesi's estates, 50 & 50 is a wine of remarkable elegance and finesse, a majestic representative of the so called "Super Tuscan" category and that, today as well as in 1988, continues to amaze for its impeccable quality. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000202.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000202.mp3 Wed, 28 Feb 2018 14:50:00 GMT 12:31 wine, february, 2018, 50 & 50, 50 e 50, avignonesi, capannelle, montepulciano, gaiole, chianti, siena, sangiovese, merlot, falvo, rossetti, red, tuscany, italy, best Giacomo Bologna has been one of the greatest figures of Italian wine, one of those who had the courage to believe in the richness of his territory and grapes, giving a fundamental contribution to the relaunch of Italian enology. In particular, he has been successful in transforming a grape, considered by many as humble and capable of making ordinary wines, into a variety of remarkable value and quality. When in 1982 was released for the first time Bricco dell'Uccellone, the destini of Barbera changed forever. A great and majestic wine, Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone 2015 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of January 2018. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great wine born from Giacomo Bologna's revolution conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and it is the best wine of this month. Giacomo Bologna has been one of the greatest figures of Italian wine, one of those who had the courage to believe in the richness of his territory and grapes, giving a fundamental contribution to the relaunch of Italian enology. In particular, he has been successful in transforming a grape, considered by many as humble and capable of making ordinary wines, into a variety of remarkable value and quality. When in 1982 was released for the first time Bricco dell'Uccellone, the destini of Barbera changed forever. A great and majestic wine, Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone 2015 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of January 2018. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000200.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000200.mp3 Wed, 31 Jan 2018 13:55:09 GMT 14:57 wine, january, 2018, braida, rocchetta tanaro, barbera, asti, bricco, uccellone, barrique, giacomo bologna, giuseppe, raffaella, red, piedmont, italy, best Ricci Curbastro is one of the most famous names in Franciacorta, prestigious Italian land for bubbles, one of the very first wineries to join and found Franciacorts Consorptium thanks to the work of founder Gualberto Ricci Curbastro. The best wine of December 2017 is in fact the faithful and right tribute to the founder of this winery, in a style, complexity and elegance unique: Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto 2008. Mainly produced with Pinot Noir and the remaining part with Chardonnay, this wine expresses complexity, class and elegance as well as the rigorous and precise purity of dosage zero style - or pas dosé - giving life to a masterpiece worth five diamonds. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent Franciacorta of Ricci Curbastro, a zero dosage dedicated to the founder Gualberto, conquers the title of the best wine for this month. Ricci Curbastro is one of the most famous names in Franciacorta, prestigious Italian land for bubbles, one of the very first wineries to join and found Franciacorts Consorptium thanks to the work of founder Gualberto Ricci Curbastro. The best wine of December 2017 is in fact the faithful and right tribute to the founder of this winery, in a style, complexity and elegance unique: Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Gualberto 2008. Mainly produced with Pinot Noir and the remaining part with Chardonnay, this wine expresses complexity, class and elegance as well as the rigorous and precise purity of dosage zero style - or pas dosé - giving life to a masterpiece worth five diamonds. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000198.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000198.mp3 Sun, 31 Dec 2017 14:30:00 GMT 12:56 wine, december, 2017, franciacorta, dosaggio, zero, zero dosage, pas dosé, gualberto, ricci curbastro, capriolo, pinot noir, chardonnay, barrique, annalisa massetti, spumante, sparkling, metodo classico, classic method, brescia, lombardy, italia, best Caldaro Winery - Kellerei Kaltern - main protagonist of the wines from the are in which is found the lake with the same name, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of November 2017 with the excellent Alto Adige Moscato Giallo Passito Serenade 2013. A very refined wine and of noble elegance, expresses an extraordinary finesse with a very rich bouquet of tropical fruits. A superlative sweet wine made of dried grapes of Gold Muscat (Yellow Muscat), impeccable in every sensorial and organoleptic aspect. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The magnificent wine of Caldaro winery, produced with Gold Muscat, is the best wine of november 2017 Caldaro Winery - Kellerei Kaltern - main protagonist of the wines from the are in which is found the lake with the same name, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of November 2017 with the excellent Alto Adige Moscato Giallo Passito Serenade 2013. A very refined wine and of noble elegance, expresses an extraordinary finesse with a very rich bouquet of tropical fruits. A superlative sweet wine made of dried grapes of Gold Muscat (Yellow Muscat), impeccable in every sensorial and organoleptic aspect. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000196.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000196.mp3 Thu, 30 Nov 2017 14:15:00 GMT 12:11 wine, november, 2017, cantina di caldaro, caldaro winery, kellerei kaltern, caldaro, kaltern, lake, alto adige, south thyrol, moscato giallo, gold muscat, yellow muscat, goldmuskateller, goldenmuskateller, dried, grapes, sweet, bozen, italy, best Monteverro 2013, produced by the winery of Capalbio having the same name, in Tuscan Maremma, is the best wine of October 2017. Made from the famous grapes of the so called Bordeaux blend - Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot - Monteverro 2013 expresses a magnificence elegance, with charming and impeccable aromas, ax extraordinary long finish. A great wine confirming the huge viticultural and wine making potentials of Maremma. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The flagship wine of the winery of Capalbio - in Tuscan Maremma - conquers again DiWineTaste five diamonds and wins the title of the best wine for this month. Monteverro 2013, produced by the winery of Capalbio having the same name, in Tuscan Maremma, is the best wine of October 2017. Made from the famous grapes of the so called Bordeaux blend - Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot - Monteverro 2013 expresses a magnificence elegance, with charming and impeccable aromas, ax extraordinary long finish. A great wine confirming the huge viticultural and wine making potentials of Maremma. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000194.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000194.mp3 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:45:00 GMT 10:51 wine, red, october, 2017, monteverro, maremma, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot, barrique, michel rolland, rosso, capalbio, tuscany, italy, best Ballabio winery of Casteggio, in province of Pavia, is committed, since 1905, to the production of sparkling wines, one of the most old wineries of Italy committed to the production of this wine style. With its Farfalla Zero Dosage - a classic method of refined elegance and class - conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds as well as the title of the best wine for September 2017. The creators of this spectacular bubble the Nevelli family - owners of Ballabio winery - and Carlo Casavecchia, the well known and talented piedmontese wine maker who, after having contributed to the relaunch of Marsala wine in Sicily, is now confirming, with this wine, his expertise and knowledge by giving us a classic method sparkling wine "zero dosage" of rare elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The elegant bubbles of Ballabio winery conquers five diamonds and the title of the best wine of this month. Ballabio winery of Casteggio, in province of Pavia, is committed, since 1905, to the production of sparkling wines, one of the most old wineries of Italy committed to the production of this wine style. With its Farfalla Zero Dosage - a classic method of refined elegance and class - conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds as well as the title of the best wine for September 2017. The creators of this spectacular bubble the Nevelli family - owners of Ballabio winery - and Carlo Casavecchia, the well known and talented piedmontese wine maker who, after having contributed to the relaunch of Marsala wine in Sicily, is now confirming, with this wine, his expertise and knowledge by giving us a classic method sparkling wine "zero dosage" of rare elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000192.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000192.mp3 Sat, 30 Sep 2017 14:45:00 GMT 13:09 wine, september, 2017, ballabio, farfalla, zero, dosage, pinot noir, carlo casavecchia, blanc de noir, sparkling, classic method, casteggio, pavia, lombardy, italy, filippo nevelli, best, bubble Tedeschi is one of the historical families involved in the production of Valpolicella wines and Amarone, the famous red from Veneto, fruit of majestically dried grapes and turned into that magic called wine. Their Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Capitel Monte Olmi 2011 - undoubtedly one of the most prestigious labels of the Italian wine scene - confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and conquers the title of best wine for Summer 2017. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious Amarone of the historical Tedeschi winery conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for summer 2017. Tedeschi is one of the historical families involved in the production of Valpolicella wines and Amarone, the famous red from Veneto, fruit of majestically dried grapes and turned into that magic called wine. Their Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Capitel Monte Olmi 2011 - undoubtedly one of the most prestigious labels of the Italian wine scene - confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds and conquers the title of best wine for Summer 2017. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000190.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000190.mp3 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:30:00 GMT 13:45 wine, summer, 2017, tedeschi, family, amarone, valpolicella, classico, riserva, capitel, monte, olmi, corvina, corvinone, rondinella, red, pedemonte di valpolicella, veneto, italy, 2011, best The magnificent white wine of Querciabella - Batàr 2014 - conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month, in this case June 2017. A masterpiece of wine making produced with Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc in equal parts, majestically made in a perfect symphony of aromas and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious white wine of Querciabella conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best for this month. The magnificent white wine of Querciabella - Batàr 2014 - conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month, in this case June 2017. A masterpiece of wine making produced with Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc in equal parts, majestically made in a perfect symphony of aromas and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000188.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000188.mp3 Fri, 30 Jun 2017 14:45:25 GMT 13:20 wine, june, 2017, querciabella, batar, chardonnay, pinot bianco, blanc, greve in chianti, chianti, tuscany, italy, 2014, paolo endrici, italia, best, white Gran Masetto, the famous and celebrated red wine produced by Endrizzi winery of San Michele all'Adige, conquers - with vintage 2012 - DiWineTaste five diamonds and, for the third time, the title of the best wine of the month. A great wine made from Teroldego grape, an extraordinary expression of the magnificent autochthonous grape from Trentino. Antonello Biancalana For the third time the renowned Teroldego wine of the winery in San Michele all'Adige conquers the title of the best wine of the month. Gran Masetto, the famous and celebrated red wine produced by Endrizzi winery of San Michele all'Adige, conquers - with vintage 2012 - DiWineTaste five diamonds and, for the third time, the title of the best wine of the month. A great wine made from Teroldego grape, an extraordinary expression of the magnificent autochthonous grape from Trentino. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000186.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000186.mp3 Wed, 31 May 2017 14:12:38 GMT 11:05 wine, may, 2017, endrizzi, gran masetto, teroldego, san michele all'adige, trento, trentino, italy, 2012, paolo endrici, italy, best, red Mirabella in one of the historical wineries of Franciacorta, founded in 1979 by wine maker Teresio Schiavi and engineer Giacomo Cavalli, it has always been a well distinguished winery in the Italian wine scene for the excellence of its bubbles. Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Riserva D0M 2006 certainly is the proof of the quality produced in Mirabella's vineyards, a Franciacorta or remarkable elegance and personality, having an organoleptic profile joining complexity to class. DiWineTaste five diamonds and title of the best wine of the month for April 2017. Antonello Biancalana The prestigious reserve bubbles by Mirabella conquer DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of this month. Mirabella in one of the historical wineries of Franciacorta, founded in 1979 by wine maker Teresio Schiavi and engineer Giacomo Cavalli, it has always been a well distinguished winery in the Italian wine scene for the excellence of its bubbles. Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Riserva D0M 2006 certainly is the proof of the quality produced in Mirabella's vineyards, a Franciacorta or remarkable elegance and personality, having an organoleptic profile joining complexity to class. DiWineTaste five diamonds and title of the best wine of the month for April 2017. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000184.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000184.mp3 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 09:00:00 GMT 12:25 wine, april, 2017, mirabella, teresio schiavi, rodengo saiano, franciacorta, chardonnay, pinot noir, pinot blanc, reserve, d0m, 2006, italy, best, sparkling wine, wine, classic method Created by the intuition of Marquees Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, believing his land was capable of making wines of absolute excellence, San Leonardo 2000 - the first vintage to be made by wine maker Carlo Ferrini after the great Giacomo Tachis handed over the making - confirms the greatness and elegance of this immense wine from Trentino. Seventeen years of glorious evolution for an impeccable elegance confirming the excellence of the magnificent San Leonardo. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Vintage 200 of Tenuta San Leonardo's great wine, pride of Italian wine making, conquers the title of the best wine for this month and DiWineTaste five diamonds. Created by the intuition of Marquees Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, believing his land was capable of making wines of absolute excellence, San Leonardo 2000 - the first vintage to be made by wine maker Carlo Ferrini after the great Giacomo Tachis handed over the making - confirms the greatness and elegance of this immense wine from Trentino. Seventeen years of glorious evolution for an impeccable elegance confirming the excellence of the magnificent San Leonardo. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000182.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000182.mp3 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMT 14:10 wine, march, 2017, tenuta san leonardo, marquees, marquis, carlo, anselmo, guerrieri gonzaga, borghetto, adige, avio, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, carmenere, merlot, san leonardo, trentino, italy, 2000, best, red Montefalco Sagrantino Spinning Beauty 2006 - a monumental wine aged for eight years in barrique - conquers the crown of best wine of February 2017 and DiWineTaste five diamonds. A superlative wine, fruit of the experimentation and far-sightedness of Arnaldo Caprai winery, led by Marco Caprai, taking Sagrantino, once again, to the top of worldwide Olympus of wine making. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great and extraordinary Montefalco Sagrantino signed by Arnaldo Caprai winery, writes a new and magnificent page of history of the great Umbrian red. Montefalco Sagrantino Spinning Beauty 2006 - a monumental wine aged for eight years in barrique - conquers the crown of best wine of February 2017 and DiWineTaste five diamonds. A superlative wine, fruit of the experimentation and far-sightedness of Arnaldo Caprai winery, led by Marco Caprai, taking Sagrantino, once again, to the top of worldwide Olympus of wine making. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000180.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000180.mp3 Tue, 28 Feb 2017 15:45:00 GMT 14:18 wine, february, 2017, arnaldo caprai, marco caprai, marco, caprai, montefalco, sagrantino, spinning, beauty, umbria, italy, 2006, italy, best, red From Campo San Giorgio vineyard, Umani Ronchi Osimo's estate, comes this magnificent Conero Riserva of sumptuous elegance and character, an interpretation of Montepulciano conquering DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of January 2017. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The Montepulciano grape giving life to this beautiful wine by Umani Ronchi conquers DiWinetaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for January 2017. From Campo San Giorgio vineyard, Umani Ronchi Osimo's estate, comes this magnificent Conero Riserva of sumptuous elegance and character, an interpretation of Montepulciano conquering DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of January 2017. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000178.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000178.mp3 Tue, 31 Jan 2017 16:28:16 GMT 10:59 wine, january, 2017, umani ronchi, conero, riserva, reserve, campo, san giorgio, montepulciano, osimo, marches, marche, 2011, italy, best, red Trento Extra Brut Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore 2004, one of the best representatives of Italian bubbles in the world, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of December 2016. A monumental wine of endless elegance, give the sense an extraordinary organoleptic experience, from sight to the endless persistent, with a symphony of magnificent enological excellence. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great classic method by Ferrari, an extraordinay sparkling wine, absolute emblem of Italian enology, conquers five diamonds and the title of best wine of the month. Trento Extra Brut Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore 2004, one of the best representatives of Italian bubbles in the world, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of December 2016. A monumental wine of endless elegance, give the sense an extraordinary organoleptic experience, from sight to the endless persistent, with a symphony of magnificent enological excellence. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000176.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000176.mp3 Sat, 31 Dec 2016 15:30:40 GMT 12:37 wine, december, 2016, ferrari, giulio, riserva, fondatore, chardonnay, trento, trentino, classic, method, sparkling, 2004, italy, best Cantine del Notaio with its Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo 2010 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for November 2016. A magnificent interpretation of Aglianico from overripe and dries grapes for a result of remarkable power and elegance, the renewed proof of the excellence produced in this winery of Rionero in Vulture. Antonello Biancalana The winery of Gerardo Giuratrabocchetti with its sumptuous Sigillo conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for this month. Cantine del Notaio with its Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo 2010 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for November 2016. A magnificent interpretation of Aglianico from overripe and dries grapes for a result of remarkable power and elegance, the renewed proof of the excellence produced in this winery of Rionero in Vulture. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000174.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000174.mp3 Wed, 30 Nov 2016 15:12:44 GMT 12:31 wine, novemer, 2016, cantine del notaio, rionero in vulture, aglianico, vulture, potenza, basilicata, 2010, italy, best, red Planeta is one of the most significant wineries of Sicily, protagonist of the enological prestige of the island, with estates in the most representative viticultural areas of the region. Menfi Chardonnay 2014 - one of the most renowned wines made by Planeta - conquers DiWineTaste diamonds and the title of the best wine of October 2016, a magnificent interpretation of the famous Burgundian grape that in the land of Menfi reaches level of excellent quality. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The famous white wine of Planeta conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of this month. Planeta is one of the most significant wineries of Sicily, protagonist of the enological prestige of the island, with estates in the most representative viticultural areas of the region. Menfi Chardonnay 2014 - one of the most renowned wines made by Planeta - conquers DiWineTaste diamonds and the title of the best wine of October 2016, a magnificent interpretation of the famous Burgundian grape that in the land of Menfi reaches level of excellent quality. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000172.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000172.mp3 Mon, 31 Oct 2016 17:30:00 GMT 11:12 wine, october, 2016, planeta, menfi, chardonnay, noto, vittoria, etna, milazzo, siciliy, agrigento, 2014, italy, best, white For the second time a wine made by Fattori winery of Terrossa di Roncà - in province of Verona, Italy - conquers the title of best wine of the month. September awarded the excellent Amarone delle Valpolicella created by the talent of Antonio Fattori and his wine vision, a magnificent red having power and charming and endless elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great red wine made by Fattori winery of Terrossa di Roncà conquers DiWineTaste five diamons and the title of best wine of the month. For the second time a wine made by Fattori winery of Terrossa di Roncà - in province of Verona, Italy - conquers the title of best wine of the month. September awarded the excellent Amarone delle Valpolicella created by the talent of Antonio Fattori and his wine vision, a magnificent red having power and charming and endless elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000170.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000170.mp3 Fri, 30 Sep 2016 14:45:00 GMT 10:17 wine, september, 2016, antonio, fattori, amarone, corvina, corvinone, rondinella, valpolicella, terrossa, roncà, verona, 2010, italy, best, red Evien Oro 2013 conquers the title of the best wine of summer 2016, a great white created by Fabrizio Ressia after having experimented on Muscat Blanc in the Langa are for a long time. Charming, aromatic and rare elegance, Evien Oro is the result of the passion for aromatic wines associated to the greatness of a generous and prestigious territory. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A white wine from Langhe conquers the title of the best wine for this summer. An elegant and refined white coming from a land of great reds. Evien Oro 2013 conquers the title of the best wine of summer 2016, a great white created by Fabrizio Ressia after having experimented on Muscat Blanc in the Langa are for a long time. Charming, aromatic and rare elegance, Evien Oro is the result of the passion for aromatic wines associated to the greatness of a generous and prestigious territory. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000168.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000168.mp3 Wed, 31 Aug 2016 13:45:00 GMT 11:01 wine, summer, 2016, fabrizio, ressia, muscat, blanc, neive, canova, evien, oro, langhe, cuneo, piedmont, 2013, italy, best, white Fiano certainly is one of the most prestigious white berried grapes of Italy, mother of extraordinary wines and having in Irpinia - the famous wine land in province of Avellino - one of its most elegant expressions. Vinified in inert containers, Fiano di Avellino Alimata 2013 gives our sense a charming crispness joined to a charming roundness, a perfect wine being, undoubtedly, a magnificent companion of the table. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The wonderful Villa Raiano's Fiano Alimata conquers the title of best wine for this month, a great interpretation of the prestigious territory of Irpinia. Fiano certainly is one of the most prestigious white berried grapes of Italy, mother of extraordinary wines and having in Irpinia - the famous wine land in province of Avellino - one of its most elegant expressions. Vinified in inert containers, Fiano di Avellino Alimata 2013 gives our sense a charming crispness joined to a charming roundness, a perfect wine being, undoubtedly, a magnificent companion of the table. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000166.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000166.mp3 Thu, 30 Jun 2016 17:20:00 GMT 12:51 wine, june, 2016, villa raiano, sobillo, fiano, avellino, alimata, irpinia, campania, 2013, italy, best, white Elena Fucci is a talented vintner or Basilicata, famous all over the world for her extraordinary Aglianico del Vulture Titolo, a reference wine for this territtory since a long time. With vintage 2013 - the first time this winery is being reviewed in our Guide - conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds as well as the title of the best wine for this month. A magnificent Aglianico, emblem of Vulture, characterized by noble class and impeccable elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Elena Fucci, with her magnificent Titolo, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and it is the best wine of may 2016. Elena Fucci is a talented vintner or Basilicata, famous all over the world for her extraordinary Aglianico del Vulture Titolo, a reference wine for this territtory since a long time. With vintage 2013 - the first time this winery is being reviewed in our Guide - conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds as well as the title of the best wine for this month. A magnificent Aglianico, emblem of Vulture, characterized by noble class and impeccable elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000164.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000164.mp3 Tue, 31 May 2016 15:00:00 GMT 14:33 wine, may, 2016, elena fucci, elena, fucci, titolo, aglianico, vulture, barile, basilicata, 2013, italy, best, red The fact Campania is a land of great white wines - not to mention red wines - it is a well known thing. Taburno certainly is one of the most interesting territories of this region and here, at Torrecuso in province of Benevento, is located the historical Fontanavecchia winery, mainly committed to Aglianico and Falanghina. One of the great wines made by Rillo family - Taburno Falanghina Facetus 2008 - conquers DiWineTaste five diamons and our sun, as well as the title of best wine of April 2016. An endless Falanghina, rich in emotions and extraordinary class. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The well established winery of Taburno Fontanavecchia conquers the title of best wine of the month with an extraordinary Falanghina. The fact Campania is a land of great white wines - not to mention red wines - it is a well known thing. Taburno certainly is one of the most interesting territories of this region and here, at Torrecuso in province of Benevento, is located the historical Fontanavecchia winery, mainly committed to Aglianico and Falanghina. One of the great wines made by Rillo family - Taburno Falanghina Facetus 2008 - conquers DiWineTaste five diamons and our sun, as well as the title of best wine of April 2016. An endless Falanghina, rich in emotions and extraordinary class. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000162.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000162.mp3 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 16:10:00 GMT 14:06 wine, april, 2016, fontanavecchia, libero, orazio, rillo, torrecuso, falanghina, aglianico, facetus, taburno, benevento, campania, 2008, italy, best, white For the second time the Sagrantino of the famous Arnaldo Caprai winery conquers the title of best wine of the month. Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni, certainly among the most appreciated and known representatives of this grape and land, also conquers and confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds. A wine joining power to elegance, an endless charm made of a magic balance and class. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious Sagrantino of the famous winery of Montefalco conquers for the second time the title of best wine of the month. For the second time the Sagrantino of the famous Arnaldo Caprai winery conquers the title of best wine of the month. Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni, certainly among the most appreciated and known representatives of this grape and land, also conquers and confirms DiWineTaste five diamonds. A wine joining power to elegance, an endless charm made of a magic balance and class. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000160.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000160.mp3 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 14:30:00 GMT 13:54 wine, march, 2016, arnaldo, marco, caprai, montefalco, sagrantino, 25 anni, umbria, 2011, italy, best, red San Leonardo conquers for the second time the title of the best wine of the month. After vintage 2007, 2010 too has been awarded with this title, as well as DiWineTaste five diamonds. Created by the intuition of Marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga and Giacomo Tachis - the greatest of Italian wine makers - San Leonardo is a wine of absolute excellence, a magnificent masterpiece of elegance and class, fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenére, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The monumental wine of Tenuta San Leonardo conquers, for the second time, the title of the best wine of the month. San Leonardo conquers for the second time the title of the best wine of the month. After vintage 2007, 2010 too has been awarded with this title, as well as DiWineTaste five diamonds. Created by the intuition of Marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga and Giacomo Tachis - the greatest of Italian wine makers - San Leonardo is a wine of absolute excellence, a magnificent masterpiece of elegance and class, fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenére, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000158.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000158.mp3 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 14:00:00 GMT 12:51 wine, february, 2016, san leonardo, tenuta san leonardo, trentino, cabernet sauvignon, carmenére, cabernet franc, merlot, carlo guerrieri gonzaga, anselmo guerrieri gonzaga, carlo ferrini, giacomo tachis, luigino tinelli, avio, trento, italy, best, red Sartarelli is committed to the vinification of Verdicchio and in their vineyards is exclusively cultivated this magnificent white berried grape of Marches. Here is being produced one of the greatest expressions of this variety - Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Balciana - produced with late harvested grapes and, in certain years, affected by noble rot. A great wine confirming in vintage 2013 its great prestige. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The extraordinary Verdicchio Balciana is the best wine of this month tasted by our committee. Sartarelli is committed to the vinification of Verdicchio and in their vineyards is exclusively cultivated this magnificent white berried grape of Marches. Here is being produced one of the greatest expressions of this variety - Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Balciana - produced with late harvested grapes and, in certain years, affected by noble rot. A great wine confirming in vintage 2013 its great prestige. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000156.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000156.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 18:52:00 GMT 12:51 wine, january, 2016, sartarelli, marches, verdicchio, castelli di jesi, classico, superiore, balciana, ancona, italy, best, white Quereciabella, one of the most prestigious and interesting wineries of Tuscany and Italy, conquers, with its extraordinary Palafreno 2012, the title of the best wine for December 2015. A Merlot of absolute wine making magnificence, of rare quality and class, Palafreno 2012 is certainly a wine reaching the top of worldwide enology, five DiWineTaste diamonds of excellence. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious Merlot produced in Tuscany by the winery of Greve in Chianti conquers the title of the best wine for this month. Quereciabella, one of the most prestigious and interesting wineries of Tuscany and Italy, conquers, with its extraordinary Palafreno 2012, the title of the best wine for December 2015. A Merlot of absolute wine making magnificence, of rare quality and class, Palafreno 2012 is certainly a wine reaching the top of worldwide enology, five DiWineTaste diamonds of excellence. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000154.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000154.mp3 Thu, 31 Dec 2015 19:00:00 GMT 12:46 wine, december, 2015, querciabella, tuscany, merlot, chianti classico, palafreno, greve in chianti, florence, italy, best, red The Garofoli family represents the history of wine making in Marches region, among the protagonists of the rebirth of Verdicchio, the giant white berried grape of Marches. To their monumental Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Podium 2013 goes the title of the best wine of November 2015, five diamonds of extraordinary class and elegance. Antonello Biancalana The best wine of this month is the magnificent expression of Verdicchio made by Garofoli winery, a great protagonist of Italian wine making. The Garofoli family represents the history of wine making in Marches region, among the protagonists of the rebirth of Verdicchio, the giant white berried grape of Marches. To their monumental Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Podium 2013 goes the title of the best wine of November 2015, five diamonds of extraordinary class and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000152.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000152.mp3 Mon, 30 Nov 2015 19:45:00 GMT 10:19 wine, november, 2015, garofoli, marches, verdicchio, castelli di jesi, podium, loreto, ancona, italy, best, white Valle dell'Acate is one of the historical wineries of Sicily and the province of Ragusa. A winery involved since its beginning to the production of wines from indigenous grapes - Nero d'Avola, Frappato, Inzolia and Grillo - it is one of the protagonists of Cerasuolo di Vittoria and Frappato di Vittoria. In 2008 they decided to make a dream from what it promised to be an exceptional vintage: this is how Il Moro Limited Edition 2008 was born, a great wine which makes us believe about a great future for Nero d'Avola made by Valle dell'Acate. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The best wine of this wine is from Sicily, a great Nero d'Avola made from late harvested grapes and aged for seven years. Valle dell'Acate is one of the historical wineries of Sicily and the province of Ragusa. A winery involved since its beginning to the production of wines from indigenous grapes - Nero d'Avola, Frappato, Inzolia and Grillo - it is one of the protagonists of Cerasuolo di Vittoria and Frappato di Vittoria. In 2008 they decided to make a dream from what it promised to be an exceptional vintage: this is how Il Moro Limited Edition 2008 was born, a great wine which makes us believe about a great future for Nero d'Avola made by Valle dell'Acate. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000150.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000150.mp3 Sat, 31 Oct 2015 16:00:00 GMT 13:01 wine, october, 2015, valle dell'acate, sicily, il moro, limited edition, nero d'avola, ragusa, acate, frappato, cerasuolo, vittoria, italy, best, red Gran Masetto is present in our Guide since many years and at every review it has been capable of conquering DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. Even vintage 2011 confirms the same prestigious result, by also conquering the title of the best wine of September 2015, a goal this reached for the second time in two years. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great red wine of the winery in San Michele all'Adige conquers, for the second time, the title of the best wine of the month. Gran Masetto is present in our Guide since many years and at every review it has been capable of conquering DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. Even vintage 2011 confirms the same prestigious result, by also conquering the title of the best wine of September 2015, a goal this reached for the second time in two years. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000148.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000148.mp3 Wed, 30 Sep 2015 20:15:00 GMT 10:21 wine, september, 2015, endrizzi, trentino, italy, gran masetto, teroldego, best, red Cannonau represents the enology of red wines in Sardinia. Its origins have been debated for a long time and believed to be introduced from Spain, where it is known as Garnacha Tinta. Important archaeologic discoveries in Sardinia allowed the history of Cannonau to be rewritten as well as the history of viticulture of the Mediterranean area, by finding out the famous red grape is present in the island for at least 3200 years. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The queen red grape of Sardinia is virtually found in most of the wines of the island, known as Garnacha Tinta in Spain and Grenache Noir in France. Cannonau represents the enology of red wines in Sardinia. Its origins have been debated for a long time and believed to be introduced from Spain, where it is known as Garnacha Tinta. Important archaeologic discoveries in Sardinia allowed the history of Cannonau to be rewritten as well as the history of viticulture of the Mediterranean area, by finding out the famous red grape is present in the island for at least 3200 years. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000146.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000146.mp3 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 14:20:00 GMT 11:32 cannonau, garnacha tinta, grenache noir, wine, grape, italy, sardinia, spain, france, granaccia, red, garnacha, grenache A magic wine, fruit of absolutely unique climatic and environmental conditions and made in Orvieto - in Umbria - in the hills dominating Corbara lake. To the magic take part the essential and precious contribution of noble rot - the famous Botrytis Cinerea - and the commitment for quality: this is how Barberani's Orvieto Classico Superiore Calcaia 2012 is made, a symphony of charming aromas and an enchanting personality. DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and best wine of summer 2015. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great sweet wine of Barberani winery conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of best wine of summer 2015. A magic wine, fruit of absolutely unique climatic and environmental conditions and made in Orvieto - in Umbria - in the hills dominating Corbara lake. To the magic take part the essential and precious contribution of noble rot - the famous Botrytis Cinerea - and the commitment for quality: this is how Barberani's Orvieto Classico Superiore Calcaia 2012 is made, a symphony of charming aromas and an enchanting personality. DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and best wine of summer 2015. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000144.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000144.mp3 Mon, 31 Aug 2015 13:15:00 GMT 12:42 wine, summer, 2015, barberani, orvieto, superiore, classico, calcaia, grechetto, procanico, umbria, italy, best, white, sweet, noble rot, botrytis cinerea Soave Motto Piane is the best wine of June 2015: not just it conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds but also the sun, therefore a good value wine. Made by the competence of Antonio Fattori - one of the most skilled and many-sided vintners of Soave - Motto Piane 2013 expresses elegance and balance, as well as impeccable cleanness. A great white wine made from 100% Garganega, dried for 40 days and part aged in steel tanks and part in cask, an exciting and well made wine. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste This month the title of the best wine goes to a white produced with Garganega grape and coming from one of the most famous areas of Veneto. Soave Motto Piane is the best wine of June 2015: not just it conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds but also the sun, therefore a good value wine. Made by the competence of Antonio Fattori - one of the most skilled and many-sided vintners of Soave - Motto Piane 2013 expresses elegance and balance, as well as impeccable cleanness. A great white wine made from 100% Garganega, dried for 40 days and part aged in steel tanks and part in cask, an exciting and well made wine. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000142.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000142.mp3 Tue, 30 Jun 2015 17:40:00 GMT 13:11 wine, june, 2015, fattori, soave motto piane, garganega, antonio fattori, verona, veneto, italy, best, white A sensorial perception found in every style, acidity plays a fundamental and specific role in every type of wine. It is right the intensity and nature of this element to contribute to quality and balance of wine: from white to red, from sparkling to sweet, in each of them it strongly contributes to the agreeableness of taste. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Acidity is an essential element of the taste of wine, much more than a simple flavor. A sensorial perception found in every style, acidity plays a fundamental and specific role in every type of wine. It is right the intensity and nature of this element to contribute to quality and balance of wine: from white to red, from sparkling to sweet, in each of them it strongly contributes to the agreeableness of taste. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000140.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000140.mp3 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 18:05:00 GMT 15:03 tasting, wine, taste, acidid, sour, tart, tartaric, acetic, malic, lactic, succinic, citric, sensations, organoleptic Yet another Brunello di Montalcino conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of the best wine of the month. Montosoli cru, besides being one of the most famouse representatives of Brunello di Montalcino, is also the very first cru ever made in this territory in 1975. A wine which marked the history of Montalcino and still today - year after year - confirms its excellence. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The famous cru of Altesino confirms the excellence of this territory by conquering the title of best wine of this month. Yet another Brunello di Montalcino conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of the best wine of the month. Montosoli cru, besides being one of the most famouse representatives of Brunello di Montalcino, is also the very first cru ever made in this territory in 1975. A wine which marked the history of Montalcino and still today - year after year - confirms its excellence. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000138.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000138.mp3 Sat, 30 May 2015 18:15:00 GMT 10:00 wine, may, 2015, altesino, brunello di montalcino, montosoli, sangiovese, siena, tuscany, italy, best, red Chef Tommaso Arrigoni runs Innocenti Evasioni restaurant since 1998, in zona Portello (Milan, Italy), with his partner Chef Eros Picco. Besides working in the kitchen of the restaurant - having one Michel star - Chef Tommaso Arrigoni is in charge of the cellar too, by personally visiting wineries and discovering the bottles to be added in his wine list. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Let's meet Chef Tommaso Arrigoni of Innocenti Evasioni restaurant in Milan and his vision about cooking and wine. Chef Tommaso Arrigoni runs Innocenti Evasioni restaurant since 1998, in zona Portello (Milan, Italy), with his partner Chef Eros Picco. Besides working in the kitchen of the restaurant - having one Michel star - Chef Tommaso Arrigoni is in charge of the cellar too, by personally visiting wineries and discovering the bottles to be added in his wine list. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000136.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000136.mp3 Sat, 16 May 2015 17:45:00 GMT 11:39 cuisine, cooking, chef, tommaso, arrigoni, innocenti evasioni, michelin, star, milan, italy, high cuisine, foie gras, pedro ximenez, wine A great wine and a beautiful grape, among the primary viticultural and wine making expressions of Italy, conquer the title of the best wine for this month. Montefalco Sagrantino Collepiano 2010 by Arnaldo Caprai provides a magnificent performance with this vintage, by giving an impeccable balance as well as a stunning interpretation worth of Five Diamonds. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste It is yet another Sagrantino conquering the title of the best wine of the month: the proof of a great territory and a magnificent grape. A great wine and a beautiful grape, among the primary viticultural and wine making expressions of Italy, conquer the title of the best wine for this month. Montefalco Sagrantino Collepiano 2010 by Arnaldo Caprai provides a magnificent performance with this vintage, by giving an impeccable balance as well as a stunning interpretation worth of Five Diamonds. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000134.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000134.mp3 Thu, 30 Apr 2015 17:50:00 GMT 12:16 wine, april, 2015, arnaldo caprai, marco caprai, montefalco sagrantino collepiano, umbria, sagrantino, italy, best, red Chef Eros Picco, owner of Innocenti Evasioni restaurant of Milan - one Michelin star - talks about his vision of cooking and wine, as well as giving us an interesting recipe made with cod. He will then unfold the secret of one of his best known recipes - Foie Gras terrine - by telling us it would not be the same without a special ingredient: sweet wine. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Cooking and wine according to Eros Picco, Michelin starred chef of Innocenti Evasioni restaurant in Milan. Chef Eros Picco, owner of Innocenti Evasioni restaurant of Milan - one Michelin star - talks about his vision of cooking and wine, as well as giving us an interesting recipe made with cod. He will then unfold the secret of one of his best known recipes - Foie Gras terrine - by telling us it would not be the same without a special ingredient: sweet wine. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000132.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000132.mp3 Tue, 14 Apr 2015 17:00:00 GMT 10:45 cooking, cuisine, chef, eros, picco, innocenti evasioni, michelin, star, milan, italy, haute cuisine, terrine, cod, foie gras Among the most representative wines of Umbria, Adarmando is also one of the most interesting expressions of Trebbiano Spoletino of the region, a grapre of remarkable potentials and now acclaimed protagonists of the green heart of Italy. Adarmando, in this vintage 2012, conquest for the first time DiWineTaste Five Diamons and deserves, undeniably, the title of the best wine of March 2015. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The beautiful interpretation of Trebbiano Spoletino made by Giampaolo Tabarrini conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of the best wine of the month. Among the most representative wines of Umbria, Adarmando is also one of the most interesting expressions of Trebbiano Spoletino of the region, a grapre of remarkable potentials and now acclaimed protagonists of the green heart of Italy. Adarmando, in this vintage 2012, conquest for the first time DiWineTaste Five Diamons and deserves, undeniably, the title of the best wine of March 2015. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000130.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000130.mp3 Tue, 31 Mar 2015 18:30:00 GMT 11:00 wine, march, 2015, tabarrini, adarmando, montefalco, umbria, trebbiano, spoletino, sagrantino, italy, best, white Everything starts in 1902 when Giulio Ferrari - the founder of this prestigious winery of Trentino - had the intuition of understanding his land was well suited for the making of great sparkling wines. Trento Extra Brut Riserva Lunelli is the result of this long story, extraordinary representative of TrentoDOC, an example of great elegance and finesse, DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the best wine of February 2015. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste To the prestigious wine of Ferrari winery goes DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the title of the best wine of this month. Everything starts in 1902 when Giulio Ferrari - the founder of this prestigious winery of Trentino - had the intuition of understanding his land was well suited for the making of great sparkling wines. Trento Extra Brut Riserva Lunelli is the result of this long story, extraordinary representative of TrentoDOC, an example of great elegance and finesse, DiWineTaste Five Diamonds and the best wine of February 2015. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000128.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000128.mp3 Sat, 28 Feb 2015 18:00:00 GMT 11:32 wine, february, 2015, ferrari, lunelli, trentino, trentodoc, chardonnay, extra brut, italy, best, sparkling, sparkler, metodo classico, classic method Muscat Blanc is among the most ancient and appreciated varieties of history, praised by many authors of the past because of the delicious wines produced with this grape, it is still today one of the most appreciated ones. A grape very common all over Italy, Muscat Blanc is particularly famous in France as well, where it is used for making extraordinary sweet and dry wines, all characterized by a charming aroma of grape. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Important white berried variety, it is the grape mainly identifying the family of the so called aromatic varieties. Muscat Blanc is among the most ancient and appreciated varieties of history, praised by many authors of the past because of the delicious wines produced with this grape, it is still today one of the most appreciated ones. A grape very common all over Italy, Muscat Blanc is particularly famous in France as well, where it is used for making extraordinary sweet and dry wines, all characterized by a charming aroma of grape. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000126.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000126.mp3 Mon, 16 Feb 2015 18:30:00 GMT 10:36 muscat, blanc, wine, grape, italy, piedmont, france, muscat, blanc, tuscany, apulia, sicily, sardinia, alsace Tenuta Cocci Grifoni was established in 1970 by Guido Cocci Grifoni, and right here in this winery has been produced, in 1969, the very first bottle of Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC. Committed to the reevaluation of local white varieties Pecorino e Passerina, this winery from Marches is one of the protagonists of Offida appellation, to which belongs the best wine of January 2015 - Il Grifone 2008 - DiWineTaste five diamonds. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The prestigious wine of Tenuta Cocci Grifoni, a good expression of Montepulciano and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, conquers the title of the best wine of this month. Tenuta Cocci Grifoni was established in 1970 by Guido Cocci Grifoni, and right here in this winery has been produced, in 1969, the very first bottle of Rosso Piceno Superiore DOC. Committed to the reevaluation of local white varieties Pecorino e Passerina, this winery from Marches is one of the protagonists of Offida appellation, to which belongs the best wine of January 2015 - Il Grifone 2008 - DiWineTaste five diamonds. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000124.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000124.mp3 Sat, 31 Jan 2015 16:45:00 GMT 11:29 wine, january, 2015, tenuta cocci grifoni, grifone, offida, piceno, paola cocci grifoni, marilena cocci grifoni, marches, montepulciano, cabernet sauvignon, italy, best, red Let's introduce the evaluation of the taste of wine, by understanding the parts making it and how they develop, from basic tastes to tactile sensations. Important role is also played by the contribution of aromas, an important factor making the taste of wine - and of any food - more complex and interesting. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Following the appearance and olfactory analysis, wine is evaluated in what can be considered among its most important characteristics: taste. Let's introduce the evaluation of the taste of wine, by understanding the parts making it and how they develop, from basic tastes to tactile sensations. Important role is also played by the contribution of aromas, an important factor making the taste of wine - and of any food - more complex and interesting. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000122.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000122.mp3 Thu, 15 Jan 2015 19:30:00 GMT 12:08 tasting, wine, taste, acidic, sweet, salty, bitter, astringency, roundness, alcohol, aromas, sensation, organoleptic Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Doria is the result of twenty years of research aimed to the production of a great wine, magnificent expression of class, finesse and elegance. Impeccable expression of Sangiovese grape and its characteristic crispness, Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Doria 2007 enters our Guide for the first time and conquers five diamonds, as well as the title of best wine of December 2014. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The last born at Tenute Silvio Nardi - refined example of class and elegance - conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for this month. Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Doria is the result of twenty years of research aimed to the production of a great wine, magnificent expression of class, finesse and elegance. Impeccable expression of Sangiovese grape and its characteristic crispness, Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Doria 2007 enters our Guide for the first time and conquers five diamonds, as well as the title of best wine of December 2014. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000120.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000120.mp3 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 19:50:00 GMT 11:48 wine, december, 2014, tenute silvio nardi, brunello, montalcino, poggio doria, manachiara, emilia nardi, fabrizio lazzeri, mauro monicchi, emanuele nardi, tuscany, sangiovese, italy, best, red Belonging to the family of the most important varieties of Italy, Montepulciano is among the most spread grapes in central Italy, a position shared with Sangiovese, variety with which - it must be noticed - does not have anything in common. Capable of making wines of absolute magnificence, Montepulciano can also give refined rose wines as well as classic method sparkling wines. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Among the best grapes of Italy, Montepulciano is protagonist in red wines of many regions of central Italy. Belonging to the family of the most important varieties of Italy, Montepulciano is among the most spread grapes in central Italy, a position shared with Sangiovese, variety with which - it must be noticed - does not have anything in common. Capable of making wines of absolute magnificence, Montepulciano can also give refined rose wines as well as classic method sparkling wines. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000118.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000118.mp3 Wed, 17 Dec 2014 17:40:00 GMT 10:31 montepulciano, wine, red, italy, central, abruzzo, marche, marches, umbria, molise, apulia, conero, piceno, offida Luigi Maffini and Raffaella Gallo have a clear and precise wine view: to make in their territory - Cilento - expressions of high quality and elegance through the territorial expression of Fiano and Aglianico. A fully achieved goal, both for white and red wines, and one of them - Cilento Fiano Pientaincatenata 2012 - conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamods as well as the title of best wine for November 2014. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste In Castellabate, Cilento area, is produced a magnificent Fiano, a wine conquering DiWineTaste Five Diamonds. Luigi Maffini and Raffaella Gallo have a clear and precise wine view: to make in their territory - Cilento - expressions of high quality and elegance through the territorial expression of Fiano and Aglianico. A fully achieved goal, both for white and red wines, and one of them - Cilento Fiano Pientaincatenata 2012 - conquers DiWineTaste Five Diamods as well as the title of best wine for November 2014. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000116.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000116.mp3 Sat, 29 Nov 2014 18:05:00 GMT 11:14 wine, november, 2014, luigi maffini, raffaella gallo, pietraincatenata, kratos, kleos, cenito, cilento, campania, fiano, aglianico, 2012, italy, best, white One of the quality of a good taster is memory. The skill of being capable of recognizing the quality of a grape or wine is an excellent help for any future tasting. Taking note of the sensations perceived during the tasting of a wine is therefore a fundamental practice and very useful in order to improve your tasting skills. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste An important practice in sensorial tasting is to take note of your impressions and perceptions. One of the quality of a good taster is memory. The skill of being capable of recognizing the quality of a grape or wine is an excellent help for any future tasting. Taking note of the sensations perceived during the tasting of a wine is therefore a fundamental practice and very useful in order to improve your tasting skills. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000114.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000114.mp3 Mon, 17 Nov 2014 17:30:00 GMT 9:59 tasting, wine, notes, organoleptic, analisys, sensorial, improve, taster, skill San Leonardo certainly is one of the greatest wines of Italy and of the world. Created in 1982 by the passion and talent of marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, this extraordinary Bordelaise blend is capable of showing every year its indisputable class, elegance and quality. A magnificent wine joining power and elegance, a remarkable result having very few rivals in the world. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste To the great wine from Trentino, among the best enological excellences of Italy, goes the title of the best wine for this month. San Leonardo certainly is one of the greatest wines of Italy and of the world. Created in 1982 by the passion and talent of marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, this extraordinary Bordelaise blend is capable of showing every year its indisputable class, elegance and quality. A magnificent wine joining power and elegance, a remarkable result having very few rivals in the world. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000112.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000112.mp3 Fri, 31 Oct 2014 18:15:00 GMT 13:05 wine, october, 2014, san leonardo, tenuta san leonardo, trentino, carlo guerrieri gonzaga, anselmo guerrieri gonzaga, giacomo tachis, carlo ferrini, luigino tinelli, cabernet sauvignon, carmenere, cabernet franc, merlot, 2007, italy, best, red Once it was believed Müller-Thurgau to be the result of a crossing of Riesling with Sylvaner, recent studies have found out it is a crossing of Riesling with Madeleine Royale. Created at the end of nineteenth century by professor Hermann Müller, this variety is still today common in Germany and Italy. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste From a crossing created at the end of nineteenth century, this variety is capable of making wines having interesting aromatic qualities. Once it was believed Müller-Thurgau to be the result of a crossing of Riesling with Sylvaner, recent studies have found out it is a crossing of Riesling with Madeleine Royale. Created at the end of nineteenth century by professor Hermann Müller, this variety is still today common in Germany and Italy. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000110.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000110.mp3 Sat, 18 Oct 2014 18:30:00 GMT 10:45 müller-thurgau, hermann, müller, thurgau, grape, germany, italy, crossing, white, riesling, rhine, sylvaner, madeleine, royale Produced for the first time in 1977, San Giorgio is the result of the experiments done by Giorgio Lungarotti in the mid of 1970s, when he decided to introduce Cabernet Sauvignon in his vineyards, which he will then blend to Sangiovese and Canaiolo Nero. An extraordinary wine that in vintage 2005 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for September 2014. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Historical and celebrated wine from Umbria, an important page of Umbrian wine making, it reaches again DiWineTaste five diamonds. Produced for the first time in 1977, San Giorgio is the result of the experiments done by Giorgio Lungarotti in the mid of 1970s, when he decided to introduce Cabernet Sauvignon in his vineyards, which he will then blend to Sangiovese and Canaiolo Nero. An extraordinary wine that in vintage 2005 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine for September 2014. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000108.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000108.mp3 Tue, 30 Sep 2014 18:00:00 GMT 10:06 wine, september, 2014, san giorgio, lungarotti, torgiano, chiara lungarotti, teresa severini, giorgio lungarotti, cabernet sauvignon, sangiovese, canaiolo nero, umbria, 2005, italy, best, red Knowing how to recognize each variety and wine is an art taking time and commitment. A method to start how to understand the differences among the many varieties is to compare by contrast two or more wines. It will be those differences to make evident the specific characteristics of each variety. Antonello Biancalana Comparing two or more varieties one to each other is a good way to learn how to know and recognize wine. Knowing how to recognize each variety and wine is an art taking time and commitment. A method to start how to understand the differences among the many varieties is to compare by contrast two or more wines. It will be those differences to make evident the specific characteristics of each variety. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000106.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000106.mp3 Wed, 17 Sep 2014 17:20:00 GMT 10:34 sensorial, comparative, tasting, organoleptic, olfactory, gustatory, evaluation, profile, appearance, technique, contrast Bindella, a well known winery of Montepulciano and mainly involved in the production of Vino Nobile, charms the senses of wine lovers with two extraordinary Vin Santo wines as well, both dedicated to Giuseppe Verdi. To the rare and prestigious Occhio di Pernice 2004 goes the title for the best wine for summer 2014: a monumental wine, an endless symphony of aromas and emotions. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A rare and exclusive Vin Santo produced in Montepulciano conquers the title of best wine for this summer season. Bindella, a well known winery of Montepulciano and mainly involved in the production of Vino Nobile, charms the senses of wine lovers with two extraordinary Vin Santo wines as well, both dedicated to Giuseppe Verdi. To the rare and prestigious Occhio di Pernice 2004 goes the title for the best wine for summer 2014: a monumental wine, an endless symphony of aromas and emotions. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000104.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000104.mp3 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 18:00:00 GMT 12:09 wine, summer, 2014, bindella, vin santo, montepulciano, occhio di pernice, giovanni capuano, christin rütsche, vallocaia, sangiovese, tuscany, 2004, italy, best, sweet Amilcare Grieco - brand ambassador of Cantine del Notaio of Rionero in Vulture - tells DiWineTaste readers about the famous territory of Basilicata and Aglianico, prestigious grape of South Italy, an extremely versatile variety capable of making different wine styles, from sparkling to full bodied red wines. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Among the most important red grapes cultivated in Italy, Aglianico represents the excellence of Vulture. Amilcare Grieco - brand ambassador of Cantine del Notaio of Rionero in Vulture - tells DiWineTaste readers about the famous territory of Basilicata and Aglianico, prestigious grape of South Italy, an extremely versatile variety capable of making different wine styles, from sparkling to full bodied red wines. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000102.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000102.mp3 Wed, 13 Aug 2014 17:00:00 GMT 11:50 vulture, aglianico, cantine del notaio, gerardo giuratrabocchetti, amilcare grieco, wine, italy, basilicata, red, sparkling Antonelli San Marco winery was established in 1881 by Francesco Antonelli and since then here are being produced excellent wines and olive oil. The winery is today run by Filippo Antonelli who, with unchanged commitment to quality, makes Sagrantino di Montefalco with a remarkable elegance, an identifying mark found in all of his wines. Montefalco Sagrantino Chiusa di Pannone 2007 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of June 2014. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste To the historical winery of Montefalco goes the title of best wine of this month with Chiusa di Pannone. Antonelli San Marco winery was established in 1881 by Francesco Antonelli and since then here are being produced excellent wines and olive oil. The winery is today run by Filippo Antonelli who, with unchanged commitment to quality, makes Sagrantino di Montefalco with a remarkable elegance, an identifying mark found in all of his wines. Montefalco Sagrantino Chiusa di Pannone 2007 conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of the best wine of June 2014. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000100.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000100.mp3 Mon, 30 Jun 2014 17:10:00 GMT 11:45 wine, june, 2014, antonelli san marco, filippo, antonelli, montefalco, sagrantino, chiusa, pannone, umbria, 2007, italy, best, red Grape of very ancient origins - and mainly unknown - since the Middle Age it was known a red berried grape called "Grissa", which is probably corresponding to Barbera. A grape that in past times was associated to the production of common wines, thanks to the remarkable job of Piedmontese vintners, today Barbera is the mother of magnificent wines, among the excellencies of Italy. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Among the most cultivated grapes in Italy, from humble variety, Barbera has become one of the excellency of Italy. Grape of very ancient origins - and mainly unknown - since the Middle Age it was known a red berried grape called "Grissa", which is probably corresponding to Barbera. A grape that in past times was associated to the production of common wines, thanks to the remarkable job of Piedmontese vintners, today Barbera is the mother of magnificent wines, among the excellencies of Italy. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000098.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000098.mp3 Wed, 18 Jun 2014 18:20:00 GMT 12:44 wine, barbera, piedmont, lombardy, red, acidity, crispness, excellent, grape Arnaldo Caprai winery - established in 1971 - has always believed in the remarkable potentials of Sagrantino, in particular when there were few in Montefalco committed to its production. With Marco Caprai, who is successfully running this extraordinary Umbrian winery since 1988, Sagrantino and Montefalco began a new journey and a new life to the conquer of the world. To the monumental Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni 2009 - emblem of the rebirth of this territory - goes the title of best wine of May 2014. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The wine which marked the rebirth of Sagrantino and its worldwide success conquers the title of the best for this month. Arnaldo Caprai winery - established in 1971 - has always believed in the remarkable potentials of Sagrantino, in particular when there were few in Montefalco committed to its production. With Marco Caprai, who is successfully running this extraordinary Umbrian winery since 1988, Sagrantino and Montefalco began a new journey and a new life to the conquer of the world. To the monumental Montefalco Sagrantino 25 Anni 2009 - emblem of the rebirth of this territory - goes the title of best wine of May 2014. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000096.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000096.mp3 Sat, 31 May 2014 18:00:00 GMT 13:07 wine, may, 2014, arnaldo, marco, caprai, montefalco, sagrantino, 25 anni, umbria, 2009, italy, best, red The taster does his or her job through senses and the use of a glass, a fundamental tool allowing the correct perception of the sensorial qualities of a wine and, in particular, of its faults. Not only a simple glass from which drinking a wine, indeed a technical tool capable of favoring the complex task of sensorial analysis. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The fundamental tool allowing the evaluation of a wine is the result of very precise shapes and ratios. The taster does his or her job through senses and the use of a glass, a fundamental tool allowing the correct perception of the sensorial qualities of a wine and, in particular, of its faults. Not only a simple glass from which drinking a wine, indeed a technical tool capable of favoring the complex task of sensorial analysis. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000094.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000094.mp3 Fri, 16 May 2014 18:40:00 GMT 13:02 sensorial, tasting, glass, organoleptic, olfactory, gustatory, evaluation, profile, appearance, technique, iso Giampaolo Tabarrini is a passionate and exuberant vintner who made of Sagrantino his primary passion. To his Montefalco Sagrantino Colle alle Macchie 2009 we awarded DiWineTaste five diamonds as well as the title of the best wine of April 2014, an award to which is added Montefalco Sagrantino Passito Colle Grimaldesco 2008. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste To one of the Sagrantinos made by the winery of Turrita di Montefalco goes the title of the best wine for this month. Giampaolo Tabarrini is a passionate and exuberant vintner who made of Sagrantino his primary passion. To his Montefalco Sagrantino Colle alle Macchie 2009 we awarded DiWineTaste five diamonds as well as the title of the best wine of April 2014, an award to which is added Montefalco Sagrantino Passito Colle Grimaldesco 2008. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000092.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000092.mp3 Wed, 30 Apr 2014 18:20:00 GMT 13:34 wine, april, 2014, giampaolo, tabarrini, montefalco, sagrantino, colle alle macchie, umbria, italy, best, red Today we simply call it Friulano, but this magnificent grape from Friuli Venezia Giulia - once Tocai Friulano and still today known worldwide as Sauvignon Vert or Sauvignonasse - has been always capable of making wine of remarkable body and longevity, all being characterized by a lively crispness and a pleasing touch of almond. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The most famous grape of Friuli Venezia Giulia has a long history of great wines and a strong connection with its territory. Today we simply call it Friulano, but this magnificent grape from Friuli Venezia Giulia - once Tocai Friulano and still today known worldwide as Sauvignon Vert or Sauvignonasse - has been always capable of making wine of remarkable body and longevity, all being characterized by a lively crispness and a pleasing touch of almond. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000090.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000090.mp3 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 19:30:00 GMT 12:10 vino, friulano, tocai, sauvignon vert, sauvignonasse, friuli, venezia, giulia, grape, white, almond Roche d'Ampsej is the masterpiece of Matteo Correggia, unforgettable vintner of Langhe and Roero who, in just few years, was capable of conquering the worldwide scene, getting extraordinary success and awards. Today the heritage of Matteo Correggia lives on the job of his wife Ornella Costa and their sons, by making remarkable wines in this great territory in the province of Cuneo. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste To the renowned wine of Roero made from Nebbiolo grape goes the title for the best wine of this month. Roche d'Ampsej is the masterpiece of Matteo Correggia, unforgettable vintner of Langhe and Roero who, in just few years, was capable of conquering the worldwide scene, getting extraordinary success and awards. Today the heritage of Matteo Correggia lives on the job of his wife Ornella Costa and their sons, by making remarkable wines in this great territory in the province of Cuneo. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000088.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000088.mp3 Mon, 31 Mar 2014 18:30:00 GMT 11:09 wine, march, 2014, roero, langhe, nebbiolo, roche, ampsej, matteo, correggia, 2009, piedmont, best, red Recognizing wine aromas is something taking practice, memory and experience, qualities which cannot be learned in a short time. In the beginning it is good to concentrate on the aromas you can easily recognize, such as fruits and flowers. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The olfactory evaluation of wine is a complex task however not impossible. The secret is beginning the right way. Recognizing wine aromas is something taking practice, memory and experience, qualities which cannot be learned in a short time. In the beginning it is good to concentrate on the aromas you can easily recognize, such as fruits and flowers. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000086.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000086.mp3 Wed, 19 Mar 2014 18:05:00 GMT 10:52 sensorial, tasting, organoleptic, olfactory, evaluation, profile, beginning, study, beginner, flowers, fruits Methius is one of the most important representative wines for the history of classic method production in Trentino and Trento DOC appellation. Created in 1986 by Carlo Dorigati and Enrico Paternoster, today it is the fifth generation of Dorigati family - represented by Paolo and Michele - to continue the prestige of this important Italian wine. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste February awarded the title of the best wine of the month to the prestigious classic method wine made in Mezzocorona by the Dorigati family. Methius is one of the most important representative wines for the history of classic method production in Trentino and Trento DOC appellation. Created in 1986 by Carlo Dorigati and Enrico Paternoster, today it is the fifth generation of Dorigati family - represented by Paolo and Michele - to continue the prestige of this important Italian wine. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000084.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000084.mp3 Fri, 28 Feb 2014 12:05:00 GMT 11:34 wine, february, 2014, trento, brut, riserva, methius, 2007, chardonnay, pinot noir, classic method, dorigati, mezzocorona, trento, trentino, best, sparkling Power and character, as well as elegance and versatility, Aglianico is capable of expressing its magnificence from sparkling to sweet wines, as well as whites, rosé and, of course, great reds. A grape or remarkable personality, Aglianico is the absolute protagonist in Campania and Basilicata. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Among the most important grapes of Italy, Aglianico is the great protagonist of the reds from South. Power and character, as well as elegance and versatility, Aglianico is capable of expressing its magnificence from sparkling to sweet wines, as well as whites, rosé and, of course, great reds. A grape or remarkable personality, Aglianico is the absolute protagonist in Campania and Basilicata. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000082.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000082.mp3 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 19:20:00 GMT 11:46 aglianico, campania, basilicata, taurasi, vulture, italy, grape, wine, red To the most celebrated wines of Tre Monti wine of Imola, successfully run by Sergio Navacchia and his sons Davide and Vittorio, goes the title of best wine of January 2014. It is Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore Riserva Thea 2010, a magnificent example of how the famous red berried grape can reach excellent results in the territory of Romagna. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The best wine of this month is made in the Petrignone estate, Forlì, among the best examples of Sangiovese in this region. To the most celebrated wines of Tre Monti wine of Imola, successfully run by Sergio Navacchia and his sons Davide and Vittorio, goes the title of best wine of January 2014. It is Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore Riserva Thea 2010, a magnificent example of how the famous red berried grape can reach excellent results in the territory of Romagna. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000080.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000080.mp3 Fri, 31 Jan 2014 16:50:00 GMT 10:18 wine, january, 2014, sangiovese, romagna, superiore, riserva, thea, tre monti, imola, emilia, romagna, vittorio navacchia, sergio navacchia, davide navacchia, best, red The olfactory analysis of a wine is the most complex part of the whole process of tasting but it certainly is the one richest in satisfaction. It takes experience, memory and the right approach to the initial phases of the evaluation. In this episode Antonello Biancalana explains what you should do when you smell for the first time a glass of wine. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste What you are supposed to do when you smell for the first time your glass of wine and begin the evaluation of wine aromas. The olfactory analysis of a wine is the most complex part of the whole process of tasting but it certainly is the one richest in satisfaction. It takes experience, memory and the right approach to the initial phases of the evaluation. In this episode Antonello Biancalana explains what you should do when you smell for the first time a glass of wine. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000078.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000078.mp3 Mon, 20 Jan 2014 17:30:00 GMT 9:50 sensorial, tasting, approach, wine, aromas, olfactory, faults, analysis, phases, examination This month we had three wines awarded with five diamonds: Pelago 2009 and Maximo 2010 of Umani Ronchi and I Sodi di San Niccolò 2008 of Castellare di Castellina. The title of the best wine of December 2013 goes to Maximo 2010, a mastepiece created by the talent of Giacomo Tachis and of which the first vintage was 1992, produced with Sauvignon Blanc grapes affected by Botrytis Cinerea. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste To the wine produced with grapes affected by noble rot and produced by the renowned winery of Marches, the title of the best wine for this month. This month we had three wines awarded with five diamonds: Pelago 2009 and Maximo 2010 of Umani Ronchi and I Sodi di San Niccolò 2008 of Castellare di Castellina. The title of the best wine of December 2013 goes to Maximo 2010, a mastepiece created by the talent of Giacomo Tachis and of which the first vintage was 1992, produced with Sauvignon Blanc grapes affected by Botrytis Cinerea. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000076.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000076.mp3 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 18:15:00 GMT 10:23 wine, december, 2013, maximo, pelago, osimo, umani ronchi, sauvignon blanc, giacomo tachis, marches, best Ancient variety having a strong bond with the territories of the province of Verona and Vicenza, Garganega is capable of making wines of magnificent elegance, both in dry and in sweet styles made from dried grapes. With time, and the proper viticultural and wine making conditions, Garganega has proved to have very good possibilities of aging in bottle, giving wines of interesting complexity. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The most famous white berried grape of Veneto is the absolute protagonist of Soave and Recioto di Soave. Ancient variety having a strong bond with the territories of the province of Verona and Vicenza, Garganega is capable of making wines of magnificent elegance, both in dry and in sweet styles made from dried grapes. With time, and the proper viticultural and wine making conditions, Garganega has proved to have very good possibilities of aging in bottle, giving wines of interesting complexity. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000074.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000074.mp3 Sat, 14 Dec 2013 17:40:00 GMT 9:16 garganega, veneto, soave, recioto, verona, vicenza, gambellara, grape, wine, white The Moris family, of Spanish origins, is committed for more than 200 years to the production of wine in Massa Marittima, in Tuscan Maremma, and it is among the wineries which determined the success of Morellino di Scansano. Also famous Avvoltore that, in vintage 2010, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of November 2013. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The famous wine of Moris Farms winery awarded with the title of best wine of November 2013. The Moris family, of Spanish origins, is committed for more than 200 years to the production of wine in Massa Marittima, in Tuscan Maremma, and it is among the wineries which determined the success of Morellino di Scansano. Also famous Avvoltore that, in vintage 2010, conquers DiWineTaste five diamonds and the title of best wine of November 2013. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000072.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000072.mp3 Sat, 30 Nov 2013 20:00:00 GMT 9:21 wine, november, 2013, avvoltore, maremma, grosseto, moris, farms, morellino, scansano, tuscany, best The olfactory evaluation of wine certainly is the most important aspect of tasting. This important examination is made of three distinct phases, each of them allowing the determination of faults, opening and the aromatic profile of a wine. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The evaluation of wine aromas is done in three distinct phases, each capable of revealing specific qualities. The olfactory evaluation of wine certainly is the most important aspect of tasting. This important examination is made of three distinct phases, each of them allowing the determination of faults, opening and the aromatic profile of a wine. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000070.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000070.mp3 Fri, 15 Nov 2013 17:45:00 GMT 10:38 sensorial, tasting, wine, aromas, olfactory, faults, analysis, phases, examination Out tasting committee awards Gran Masetto 2009 of Endrizzi winery, the title of the best wine of October 2013. A great wine made from Teroldego grape, the great autochthonous grape from Trentino that, in this wine, expresses power, elegance and class. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great wine made from Teroldego grape, conquers, for the third time, DiWineTaste five diamonds. Out tasting committee awards Gran Masetto 2009 of Endrizzi winery, the title of the best wine of October 2013. A great wine made from Teroldego grape, the great autochthonous grape from Trentino that, in this wine, expresses power, elegance and class. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000068.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000068.mp3 Wed, 30 Oct 2013 17:00:00 GMT 8:12 wine, october, 2013, trentino, gran masetto, endrizzi, teroldego, best A variety having uncertain origins, however believed to be originated from Sicily, Nero d'Avola is the protagonist of most of the red wine of this island. A versatile grape, capable of making immediate and direct wines, as well as giving examples of structure and complexity, when vinified in cask and cultivated with quality criteria. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The grape which relaunched, more than every other else, wines and wine making of Sicily, becoming the most famous variety of the whole region. A variety having uncertain origins, however believed to be originated from Sicily, Nero d'Avola is the protagonist of most of the red wine of this island. A versatile grape, capable of making immediate and direct wines, as well as giving examples of structure and complexity, when vinified in cask and cultivated with quality criteria. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000066.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000066.mp3 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 16:30:00 GMT 11:52 nero d'avola, sicily, wine, red, italy, calabrese, calavrisi, cask, barrel, barrique, sicilian Altemasi is Cavit's Trento DOC range and made of five wines. Our tasting committee has evaluated the whole range and, among them, has awarded Trento Riserva Brut Altemasi Graal 2005 with five diamonds, an excellent classic method having a remarkable elegance and class. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The renowned Altemasi reserve conquers the title of the best wine of September 2013. Altemasi is Cavit's Trento DOC range and made of five wines. Our tasting committee has evaluated the whole range and, among them, has awarded Trento Riserva Brut Altemasi Graal 2005 with five diamonds, an excellent classic method having a remarkable elegance and class. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000064.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000064.mp3 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 17:50:00 GMT 9:50 wine, september, 2013, trento, doc, altemasi, brut, riserva, reserve, graal, cavit, best, five, diamonds, diwinetaste The olfactory evaluation of a wine is the most difficult phase of tasting, but it is also the most amazing and interest as well, capable of determining, in good part, the quality of a wine. From the evaluation of faults to positive aromas, the nose can tell a many things about a wine's character. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The evaluation of wine aromas represents the most important phase of the whole tasting process. The olfactory evaluation of a wine is the most difficult phase of tasting, but it is also the most amazing and interest as well, capable of determining, in good part, the quality of a wine. From the evaluation of faults to positive aromas, the nose can tell a many things about a wine's character. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000062.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000062.mp3 Wed, 18 Sep 2013 18:00:00 GMT 9:22 sensorial, tasting, wine, aromas, smell, faults, defects, olfactory, analisys, evaluation Our tasting committee continued its job also during summertime and evaluated - among the many - the Barolo wines made by Ettore Germano and Giovanni Manzone wineries. Hard choice to make, by considering the quality of both wineries, at the end we have chose Barolo Riserva Le Gramolere 2005 of Manzone, which we awarded with the title of best wine for Summer 2013. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The reserve of the famous winery of Monforte d'Alba conquers the title of best wine for Summer 2013. Our tasting committee continued its job also during summertime and evaluated - among the many - the Barolo wines made by Ettore Germano and Giovanni Manzone wineries. Hard choice to make, by considering the quality of both wineries, at the end we have chose Barolo Riserva Le Gramolere 2005 of Manzone, which we awarded with the title of best wine for Summer 2013. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000060.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000060.mp3 Fri, 30 Aug 2013 18:50:00 GMT 10:07 vino, summer, 2013, five diamonds, barolo, gramolere, 2005, nebbiolo, langhe, riserva, monforte, alba, cuneo, piedmont, giovanni, manzone, mauro, mirella, best, red, italy Pinot Noir is a very versatile variety, capable of making among the most elegant red wines of the world and among the most prestigious sparkling wines, such as Champagne. Very hard variety to cultivate and to vinify, Pinot Noir divides wine lovers in two sides: those who love it and those who are indifferent to it. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Among the most celebrated grapes in the world, the great grape from Burgundy gives wine of noble elegance and bubbles of supreme class. Pinot Noir is a very versatile variety, capable of making among the most elegant red wines of the world and among the most prestigious sparkling wines, such as Champagne. Very hard variety to cultivate and to vinify, Pinot Noir divides wine lovers in two sides: those who love it and those who are indifferent to it. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000058.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000058.mp3 Fri, 23 Aug 2013 18:15:00 GMT 11:28 pinot noir, burgundy, champagne, alto adige, oregon, france, wine, red, grape Fortified wines probably are the less common style of the entire wine making scene. This particular wine style offers to the senses of any taster one of the most amazing sensorial experience, including appearance. A masterpiece result of time and oxidation which, in this case, gets a noble character. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Fortified wines show different colors and endless nuances, a result of time and oxidation. Fortified wines probably are the less common style of the entire wine making scene. This particular wine style offers to the senses of any taster one of the most amazing sensorial experience, including appearance. A masterpiece result of time and oxidation which, in this case, gets a noble character. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000056.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000056.mp3 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 17:00:00 GMT 12:19 fortified, wine, white, red, sensorial, analysis, appearance, tasting Godiolo winery of Montepulciano and run since generations by Fiorini family, uses the traditional grapes of this historical and prestigious wine area of Tuscany: Prugnolo Gentile, Canaiolo Nero, Colorino and Mammolo. From these grapes born, ex-aequo, the two best wines of June 2013: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2006 and 2001 vintages. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Godiolo winery with its Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva conquers the title of best wine for this month. Godiolo winery of Montepulciano and run since generations by Fiorini family, uses the traditional grapes of this historical and prestigious wine area of Tuscany: Prugnolo Gentile, Canaiolo Nero, Colorino and Mammolo. From these grapes born, ex-aequo, the two best wines of June 2013: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2006 and 2001 vintages. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000054.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000054.mp3 Sat, 29 Jun 2013 17:15:00 GMT 10:35 wine, june, 2013, vino, nobile, montepulciano, riserva, siena, tuscany, godiolo, franco, fiorini, best Sweet wines from dried grapes, commonly called "vini passiti" in Italy, are produced both with white and red berried grapes, characterized by intense and deep colors as well as very low transparencies, moreover a quite evident density observed in the sides of the glass. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Sweet wines from dried grapes show in the glass many colors and transparencies, intense and very deep. Sweet wines from dried grapes, commonly called "vini passiti" in Italy, are produced both with white and red berried grapes, characterized by intense and deep colors as well as very low transparencies, moreover a quite evident density observed in the sides of the glass. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000052.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000052.mp3 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:40:00 GMT 9:48 sweet, wine, dried, grapes, white, red, sugar, sensorial, analysis, appearance, tasting Giacomo Fenocchio winery is located in Monforte d'Alba and has been established in 1864. Still today they make Barolo by following the tradition of this land in three prestigious crus of this noble territory: Cannubi in Barolo, Villero in Castiglione Falletto and Bussia in Monforte d'Alba. Barolo Bussia 2008 is awarded with DiWineTaste five diamond and it is also the best wine for this month. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Barolo Bussia of Giacomo Fenocchio winery in Monforte d'Alba is awarded with the title of best wine for May 2013. Giacomo Fenocchio winery is located in Monforte d'Alba and has been established in 1864. Still today they make Barolo by following the tradition of this land in three prestigious crus of this noble territory: Cannubi in Barolo, Villero in Castiglione Falletto and Bussia in Monforte d'Alba. Barolo Bussia 2008 is awarded with DiWineTaste five diamond and it is also the best wine for this month. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000050.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000050.mp3 Fri, 31 May 2013 11:30:00 GMT 11:35 wine, may, 2013, five diamonds, barolo, bussia, langhe, cuneo, villero, cannubi, giacomo, fenocchio, best Among the most interesting white berried grapes of the Italian wine scene, Fiano was considered a member of the historical family of "apiane" grapes, however it is also supposed the name comes from "Apia", the ancient name of Peloponnese from which, maybe, the grape was introduced to Campania. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Fiano is one of the most ancient grapes of Italy, capable of giving wines of remarkable complexity and character. Among the most interesting white berried grapes of the Italian wine scene, Fiano was considered a member of the historical family of "apiane" grapes, however it is also supposed the name comes from "Apia", the ancient name of Peloponnese from which, maybe, the grape was introduced to Campania. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000048.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000048.mp3 Sat, 25 May 2013 11:30:00 GMT 9:56 fiano, avellino, irpinia, campania, wine, white, wines, whites, baslicicata, molise, apulia, grape In the evaluation of sparkling wines' appearance, effervescence and bubbles generally play a fundamental role. The aspect of sparkling wine is not, of course, bubbles only, it is however this characteristic to determine the quality of production method. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The evaluation of sparkling wines appearance mainly focuses on effervescence and bubbles. In the evaluation of sparkling wines' appearance, effervescence and bubbles generally play a fundamental role. The aspect of sparkling wine is not, of course, bubbles only, it is however this characteristic to determine the quality of production method. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000046.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000046.mp3 Mon, 06 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT 11:40 sparkling, wine, effervescence, bubbles, charmat, martinotti, classic method, carbon dioxide, sensorial, analysis, tasting The Arrigoni family makes wine in Liguria and in Tuscany. Their Cinqueterre Tramonti 2011 conquers the title of the best wine of April 2013, a wine rich in personality and character, with a charming smell of sea breeze. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A wine from one of the most difficult viticultural areas of Italy is the best wine for this month. The Arrigoni family makes wine in Liguria and in Tuscany. Their Cinqueterre Tramonti 2011 conquers the title of the best wine of April 2013, a wine rich in personality and character, with a charming smell of sea breeze. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000044.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000044.mp3 Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:50:00 GMT 9:20 wine, april, four diamonds, cinqueterre, tramonti, la spezia, liguria, bosco, albarola, vermentino, arrigoni, best The color of red wine gives the taster many information about grape cultivation, variety, territory, soil and wine making technique. Most of the times a low transparency is considered as a quality factor, but not all the red berried grapes are capable of making wines with a dark and impenetrable aspect. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste From red wines one usually expects intense and dark colors, but not all the reds are the same. The color of red wine gives the taster many information about grape cultivation, variety, territory, soil and wine making technique. Most of the times a low transparency is considered as a quality factor, but not all the red berried grapes are capable of making wines with a dark and impenetrable aspect. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000042.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000042.mp3 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:45:00 GMT 11:11 red, wine, color, purple, ruby, garnet, orange, brick, mahogany, appearance, analysis, sensorial, tasting Mother of the greatest red wines from Piedmont and Lombardy, Nebbiolo is also found in Vallée d'Aoste and Sardinia. Indisputable king of the vineyards in Piedmontese Langhe, Nebbiolo has a powerful character to which is added a noble elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Nebbiolo is one of the most important red berried grapes of the world, capable of expressing the territory with power and elegance. Mother of the greatest red wines from Piedmont and Lombardy, Nebbiolo is also found in Vallée d'Aoste and Sardinia. Indisputable king of the vineyards in Piedmontese Langhe, Nebbiolo has a powerful character to which is added a noble elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000040.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000040.mp3 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 18:45:00 GMT 11:55 nebbiolo, langhe, piedmont, barolo, barbaresco, lombardy, valtellina, sardinia, red, wine, grape, italy The vineyard and winery of Mossio Brothers is located in Rodello, in a hill dominating the city of Alba. Here we find, at the top of the estate, Bricco Caramelli where are being cultivated Dolcetto grapes giving this wonderful wine character, power and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A Dolcetto made in Rodello by Mossio Brothers, expression of the character of Alba territory, it is the best wine of this month. The vineyard and winery of Mossio Brothers is located in Rodello, in a hill dominating the city of Alba. Here we find, at the top of the estate, Bricco Caramelli where are being cultivated Dolcetto grapes giving this wonderful wine character, power and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000038.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000038.mp3 Sat, 30 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT 9:50 wine, march, five diamonds, dolcetto, alba, cuneo, bricco, caramelli, mossio, brothers, best Rose wines probably are the least understood and most underrated style of the wine scene. Indeed, they are produced with a specific technique having a proper dignity and wine making value, an unique character which is well evident in their color. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The aspect of rose wines, observed in a glass, offers to the taster's eyes enchanting colors of elegant delicacy. Rose wines probably are the least understood and most underrated style of the wine scene. Indeed, they are produced with a specific technique having a proper dignity and wine making value, an unique character which is well evident in their color. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000036.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000036.mp3 Sat, 23 Mar 2013 19:45:00 GMT 11:18 rose, wine, color, pale, cherry, reddish, onion skin, pink, salmon, appearance, analysis, sensorial, tasting Antonello Biancalana interviewing Marquees Anselmo Guerrieri Gonzaga, in occasion of the seminar of Milan dedicated to Tenuta San Leonardo of Borghetto all'Adige, in province of Trento. The extraordinary story of one of the most prestigious wineries of Italy and the creation of San Leonardo, the great wine created by Marquees Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, a magnificent example of class and elegance. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The story of one of the most important Italian wineries and of its most famous wine: Tenuta San Leonardo Antonello Biancalana interviewing Marquees Anselmo Guerrieri Gonzaga, in occasion of the seminar of Milan dedicated to Tenuta San Leonardo of Borghetto all'Adige, in province of Trento. The extraordinary story of one of the most prestigious wineries of Italy and the creation of San Leonardo, the great wine created by Marquees Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, a magnificent example of class and elegance. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000034.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000034.mp3 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:38:02 GMT 14:20 tenuta san leonardo, marquees, anselmo, carlo, guerrieri, gonzaga, vette, terre, villa gresti, merlot, cabernet sauvignon, carmenere Tenute Silvio Nardi is successfully run by Emilia Nardi, prestigious winery of Montalcino, among the most important and significant viticultural expressions for the production of the famous Tuscan winery. To their Vigneto Manachiara vintage 2006 our tasting committee awarded the title of the best wine of February 2013. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The most famous of the Brunello di Montalcino wines produced by Tenute Silvio Nardi conquers the title of the best wine of the month. Tenute Silvio Nardi is successfully run by Emilia Nardi, prestigious winery of Montalcino, among the most important and significant viticultural expressions for the production of the famous Tuscan winery. To their Vigneto Manachiara vintage 2006 our tasting committee awarded the title of the best wine of February 2013. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000032.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000032.mp3 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:15:00 GMT 9:41 wine, february, five diamonds, brunello, montalcino, siena, toscana, tenute silvio nardi, best Among the most important red berried grapes in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon is the queen of Bordeaux vineyards - in particular Médoc and Graves - introduced in this territory by Romans in the first century AD, it is the descendant of Vitis Biturica. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The famous French red berried grape, mother of extraordinary wines, was the first variety cultivated in Bordeaux. Among the most important red berried grapes in the world, Cabernet Sauvignon is the queen of Bordeaux vineyards - in particular Médoc and Graves - introduced in this territory by Romans in the first century AD, it is the descendant of Vitis Biturica. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000030.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000030.mp3 Sat, 23 Feb 2013 20:45:00 GMT 11:34 cabernet, sauvignon, wine, red, grape, bordeaux, france, médoc, graves Let's resume the subject of wine sensorial tasting and, in particular, the aspect of wine. In this episode we will talk about the color of white wine, its evolution and the factors determining its hue. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The analysis of the color of white wine is a very important phase in order to understand its quality. Let's resume the subject of wine sensorial tasting and, in particular, the aspect of wine. In this episode we will talk about the color of white wine, its evolution and the factors determining its hue. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000028.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000028.mp3 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:00:00 GMT 10:45 white, wine, color, yellow, greenish, straw, golden, amber, appearance, analysis, sensorial, tasting January 2013 had three wines which reached the result of DiWineTaste five diamonds, two of them being produced by Villa Mongalli of Bevagna - Sagrantino di Montefalco della Cima 2004 and 2006 - and the third wine produced by Tedeschi family of Pedemonte, San Pietro in Cariano. To Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Capitel Monte Olmi 2007 goes the title of the best wine for January 2013. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A great Amarone from Tedeschi family conquers the title of the best wine for January 2013. January 2013 had three wines which reached the result of DiWineTaste five diamonds, two of them being produced by Villa Mongalli of Bevagna - Sagrantino di Montefalco della Cima 2004 and 2006 - and the third wine produced by Tedeschi family of Pedemonte, San Pietro in Cariano. To Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Capitel Monte Olmi 2007 goes the title of the best wine for January 2013. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000026.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000026.mp3 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 20:00:00 GMT 10:00 wine, january, five diamonds, amarone, valpolicella, capitel monte olmi, verona, veneto, tedeschi, best In this episode we are going to talk about one of the most famous grapes in the world, capable of giving wines of remarkable crispness, to which it is added a pleasing minerality. Sauvignon Blanc is a grape which loves cool climates, whereas in warm areas it loses most of its pleasing qualities. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Crispness, minerality, exuberance of exotic fruits: the charm coming from the Loire Valley. In this episode we are going to talk about one of the most famous grapes in the world, capable of giving wines of remarkable crispness, to which it is added a pleasing minerality. Sauvignon Blanc is a grape which loves cool climates, whereas in warm areas it loses most of its pleasing qualities. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000024.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000024.mp3 Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:15:00 GMT 10:31 sauvignon blanc, white, wine, grape, bordeaux, loire, loire valley, france, sancerre, pouilly-fumè The first episode dedicated to wine appearance analysis, an evaluation which goes beyond the simple determination of color and the definition of style. From appearance we can understand the quality of grape, the meteorological condition of the year, wine making and viticultural aspects. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The evaluation of wine's appearance is very important for understanding the style and evolution. The first episode dedicated to wine appearance analysis, an evaluation which goes beyond the simple determination of color and the definition of style. From appearance we can understand the quality of grape, the meteorological condition of the year, wine making and viticultural aspects. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000022.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000022.mp3 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 20:00:00 GMT 8:37 sensorial, organoleptic, tasting, appearance, aspect, wine, color, limpidity, transparency, evolution Antonello Biancalana introduces wine sensorial tasting, a fundamental subject every wine lover should know and use in order to better appreciate the beverage of Bacchus. In this episode are being introduced the fundamental phases of tasting: appearance, smell and taste. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Wine sensorial tasting is an important practice for the determination of quality. Antonello Biancalana introduces wine sensorial tasting, a fundamental subject every wine lover should know and use in order to better appreciate the beverage of Bacchus. In this episode are being introduced the fundamental phases of tasting: appearance, smell and taste. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000020.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000020.mp3 Thu, 03 Jan 2013 19:20:00 GMT 10:10 sensorial, tasting, organoleptic, wine, appearance, smell, taste, quality In December our tasting committee has awarded five wines with five diamonds: Vin Santo di Montepulciano Dolce Sinfonia 2007 of Bindella, Rosso Conero Riserva Selezione Gioacchino Garofoli 2007 and the wines Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Podium 2010, Serra Fiorese 2007 and Selezione Gioacchino Garofoli 2006, all made by Gioacchino Garofoli winery. The latter - masterpiece of wine maker Carlo Garofoli - has been awarded by our tasting committee as the best wine of December 2012. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste A magnificent Verdicchio from Gioacchino Garofoli winery is the best wine of December 2012 In December our tasting committee has awarded five wines with five diamonds: Vin Santo di Montepulciano Dolce Sinfonia 2007 of Bindella, Rosso Conero Riserva Selezione Gioacchino Garofoli 2007 and the wines Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Podium 2010, Serra Fiorese 2007 and Selezione Gioacchino Garofoli 2006, all made by Gioacchino Garofoli winery. The latter - masterpiece of wine maker Carlo Garofoli - has been awarded by our tasting committee as the best wine of December 2012. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000018.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000018.mp3 Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:45:00 GMT 12:13 wine, december, five diamonds, verdicchio, castelli, jesi, selezione, gioacchino, garofoli, 2006, carlo, best Antonello Biancalana talks about Sangiovese, one of the most ancient red berried grapes cultivated in Italy, probably since Etruscan times. Sangiovese is the mother of the most important red wines of Italy, including Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The most cultivated red berried grape in Italy is the mother of the great wines of Tuscany, Umbria, Marches and Emilia Romagna Antonello Biancalana talks about Sangiovese, one of the most ancient red berried grapes cultivated in Italy, probably since Etruscan times. Sangiovese is the mother of the most important red wines of Italy, including Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000016.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000016.mp3 Fri, 21 Dec 2012 19:30:00 GMT 10:30 sangiovese, wine, red, grape, tuscany, umbria, marches, emilia romagna, brunello, montalcino, chianti, nobile, montepulciano Antonello Biancalana introduces one of the most interested white berried grapes in the world: Riesling. A variety of remarkable interest, capable of making white wines of magnificent elegance, it is characterized by a pleasing and evident acidity. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The great white grape of Germany, from the Rhine conquered the glasses of the world Antonello Biancalana introduces one of the most interested white berried grapes in the world: Riesling. A variety of remarkable interest, capable of making white wines of magnificent elegance, it is characterized by a pleasing and evident acidity. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000014.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000014.mp3 Fri, 14 Dec 2012 20:20:00 GMT 12:02 riesling, wine, white, grape, rhine, germany, alsace, france The decision of the best wine of November 2012 has not been easy to make. Six wines awarded with fie diamonds: Colle Santa Mustiola's Poggio ai Chiari 2001; Tabarrini's Sagrantino di Montefalco Colle alle Macchie 2006 and Sagrantino di Montefalco Passito Colle Grimaldesco 2007; Cantine del Notaio's Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo 2008, L'Autentica 2007 and 2009. Not one, but two wines of the month: L'Autentica 2007 and 2009. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Cantine del Notaio's L'Autentica 2007 and 2009: two vintages are the best wine of November in DiWineTaste Wine Guide. The decision of the best wine of November 2012 has not been easy to make. Six wines awarded with fie diamonds: Colle Santa Mustiola's Poggio ai Chiari 2001; Tabarrini's Sagrantino di Montefalco Colle alle Macchie 2006 and Sagrantino di Montefalco Passito Colle Grimaldesco 2007; Cantine del Notaio's Aglianico del Vulture Il Sigillo 2008, L'Autentica 2007 and 2009. Not one, but two wines of the month: L'Autentica 2007 and 2009. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000012.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000012.mp3 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:15:00 GMT 10:44 wine, november, five diamonds, L'Autentica, 2007, 2009, Cantine del Notaio, best The famous red grape from Bordeaux, France, gives its wines an unmistakable touch of velvety roundness, a quality favored by the taste of wine lovers all over the world. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The most famous red grape of the world, with its remarkable roundness easily conquers wine lovers. The famous red grape from Bordeaux, France, gives its wines an unmistakable touch of velvety roundness, a quality favored by the taste of wine lovers all over the world. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000010.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000010.mp3 Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:40:00 GMT 10:21 merlot, wine, red, grape, bordeaux, france, pomerol, saint-emilion Antonello Biancalana talks about Chardonnay, the renowned French grape which from Burgundy conquered the vineyards of the world. Alone or blended with other grapes, Chardonnay is capable of rounding the crispness of every wine thanks to its unmistakable "velvety" touch. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste The most famous white grape, today found in every wine making country of the world. Antonello Biancalana talks about Chardonnay, the renowned French grape which from Burgundy conquered the vineyards of the world. Alone or blended with other grapes, Chardonnay is capable of rounding the crispness of every wine thanks to its unmistakable "velvety" touch. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000008.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000008.mp3 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:20:00 GMT 10:11 chardonnay, wine, white, grape, burgundy, france, champagne, sparkling wine, franciacorta In October, DiWineTaste committee has awarded five diamonds to eight winery produced by four wineries. The very hard choice to award the best wine of October was made and we decided for Querciabella's Batàr 2009. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste DiWineTaste crowns Querciabella's Batàr as the best wine of October. In October, DiWineTaste committee has awarded five diamonds to eight winery produced by four wineries. The very hard choice to award the best wine of October was made and we decided for Querciabella's Batàr 2009. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000006.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000006.mp3 Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:20:00 GMT 9:50 wine, october, five diamonds, batàr, 2009, querciabella, best Sagrantino di Montefalco, history, production and tasting of the main red berried grape of Umbria which made Monfetalco famous in Italy and in the world. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste Sagrantino di Montefalco, the magnificent red grape from Umbria. Sagrantino di Montefalco, history, production and tasting of the main red berried grape of Umbria which made Monfetalco famous in Italy and in the world. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000004.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000004.mp3 Sat, 20 Oct 2012 18:45:00 GMT 12:34 wine, sagrantino, montefalco, history, tasting The first episode of DiWineTaste Podcast. Antonello Biancalana welcomes all of DiWineTaste's readers and all of the podcast listeners. Antonello Biancalana - DiWineTaste DiWineTaste podcast welcomes all of its readers and listeners. The first episode of DiWineTaste Podcast. Antonello Biancalana welcomes all of DiWineTaste's readers and all of the podcast listeners. https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000002.mp3 https://www.DiWineTaste.com/podcast/000002.mp3 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 22:00:00 GMT 10:26 wine, diwinetaste, antonello biancalana, welcome, podcast