I remember Tenute Bosco for the unforgettable landscape of Vigna Vico. A unique place, capable of conveying energy and power through territorial, vibrant, elegant wines which, as Sofia Ponzini of…

It is a full 360-degree Sicily that Donnafugata presents. Speaking with Baldo Palermo, Donnafugata’s marketing director, we understand the importance that the company places on this territory. (more…)

It’s unusual to hear about a SWOT analysis during a wine‑focused masterclass. Yet that’s exactly what Pietro Russo did at Contrade dell’Etna 2024. (more…)

The discovery of a territory, the connection with what Federico describes as a place of the heart. Born in the Aosta Valley, Piedmontese by adoption, and then Etna—an immersion in history and emotion. A stage on which he has chosen to play his part. (more…)

There is no longer any doubt that I have a certain feeling for Sicily. Etna, however, adds something extra to the charm of this region, always capable of offering surprises and quality. (more…)

There are two things that spark my curiosity when it comes to Valle d’Aosta. One is their ability to manage vineyards literally clinging to slopes that are difficult even to walk on. The second is the diversity of wines and grape varieties that I find myself appreciating more and more every day. (more…)

Have I already said it was my best tasting at Vinitaly 2024?

A wine born from a dedication. A rediscovered grape variety, Ruzzese, the forerunner of Sciacchetrà. (more…)

We could call it a “tasting,” but an experience in whisky guided by Pino Perrone is better described simply as an “experience.” (more…)

The topic comes up often, and it’s one of those that can easily spark debate among “industry professionals.” I wrote about it a few days ago in this article, and thinking that Vinitaly might be the right occasion to take the pulse of the situation, I tried to interview producers (and others) on the subject. (more…)

Yes, I admit that stepping through the door of the new Giza Room at Drink Kong leaves you speechless.
It’s hard to describe the change in setting, mood, and atmosphere that surrounds you the moment you cross that doorway. (more…)

Wine is the most transversal “material” I know. I’ve bonded with people and warmed up even the most hostile environments simply by steering the conversation toward wine. More and more, I feel that wine is a sort of social “glue”: if you throw it into the middle, it always works. (more…)

It rarely happens that I feel the urge to return to a place I’ve already visited. Paraschos, in San Floriano del Collio, is one of those rare exceptions that makes me want to go back. (more…)