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2011 Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico

February 9, 2014September 9, 2016

I wish I had more to say about tonight's wine. I'm a fan of Chianti Classico, it's one of my favorites for pairing with food, and Chianti Classicos are relative values in the wine world. Tonight's wine was reasonably priced and tasty. That's about as far as I can... Read More

Italy Montepulciano Red Blends/Other Tasting Wine

2010 Bosco Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

July 31, 2013September 9, 2016

Sometimes I wish wine sellers wouldn't try so hard. I was looking through the wine at Costco recently when I came upon the 2010 Bosco Montepulciano d'Abruzzo on sale for $9. I like Montepulciano, so I came in closer to check it out. At that moment, the staff member, trying... Read More

Italy Sangiovese Tasting Wine

2009 Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale

July 30, 2013September 9, 2016

Sometimes you want to drink a wine that you know will be good. Maybe not great, not special, but reliable. For me, Ruffino Chianti is that wine. In general, I drink Ruffino at all their price points, but tonight's Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale hits the spot and meets all... Read More

Italy Pinot Gris/Grigio Tasting Wine

2011 Banfi Pinot Grigio San Angelo

July 4, 2013September 9, 2016

I'm not usually a huge fan of Pinot Grigio, I find many to be bland and boring. My husband, on the other hand, finds the simplicity refreshing. The Banfi San Angelo was a nice surprise with bright acidity and medium body that pleased us both. The color is pale straw... Read More

Italy Pinot Gris/Grigio Tasting White Blends/Other Wine

2011 Poderi Di Carlo Friuli Pinot Grigio

May 27, 2013September 9, 2016

I wasn't a fan of Poderi di Carlo's 2011 Friulano, so I was nervous when I opened the Pinot Grigio. This wine is very light, both in flavor and intensity, yet is was a surprisingly nice summer white. It has a lovely golden color, with melon, apricot and lightly floral... Read More

Friulano Italy Tasting White Blends/Other Wine

2011 Poderi Di Carlo Collio Friulano

May 26, 2013September 9, 2016

I've been surprised and intrigued over the last few months by the white wines coming out of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy. Crisp, refreshing, and well made, I was very happy to see Total Wine carrying Friulian whites and was eager to pick up a handful of bottles. So... Read More

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot Italy Sangiovese Tasting Wine

2009 Antinori Villa Antinori Toscana IGT

May 23, 2013September 9, 2016

I've been buying a lot of wine at Costco recently. The prices are competitive and they carry both daily drinking bottles and a selection of the more special wines. I had seen this Super Tuscan several times before and decided to give it a try. A blend of Sangiovese,... Read More

Italy Sangiovese Tasting Wine

2007 Il Piaggione Chianti Classico Riserva

May 7, 2013September 9, 2016

I am ashamed to say that when I first started getting into wines, I looked down on Chianti. Like Merlot, Sangiovese was a grape that I didn't think was worth my time if I wanted to be a "serious" wine drinker. While Merlot still hasn't quite caught on with me... Read More

Italy Nebbiolo Tasting Wine

2005 Marchesi Di Barolo Barolo

April 9, 2013September 9, 2016

Barolo is a tricky wine for me. The acidity makes a perfect match for food, but the tannin means you have to be careful exactly what you pair it with or else you run the risk of terrible clashes. If you aren't familiar, it hails from the Piedmont region of... Read More

Barbera Italy Red Blends/Other Tasting Wine

2010 Agostino Pavia & Figli Barbera d’Asti Bricco Blina

March 23, 2013September 9, 2016

Barbera is what I consider a "tasty" grape. If you are looking for a delicious wine from Italy, Barbera fits the bill. I have yet to taste a super complex, "great" wine made from Barbera, but it is a reliable choice for a daily drinker that brings yummy fruit, soft... Read More