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Tag Archives: Rosso Toscano
Podere Ciona and Two From 2015
The last two wines that Lorenzo Gatteschi, a family member, and winemaker at Podere Ciona was pouring at my local wine store, The Fine Wine Source were his two premium wines and both of the same vintage. The owner of … Continue reading
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Tagged Alicante Bouschet, Chianti Classico, Gaiole in Chianti IGT, Italy, Le Diacci, Merlot, Podere Ciona, Riserva, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Toscana IGT
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The First Night Was at Grimaldi’s
The logistics of getting us, our children and the grandchildren is an almost impossible task, in fact it was. While we were on holidays, our children were working, and our grandchildren were students and part-time workers as well. Our first … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Italy, Mille Gradi, Rocca delle Macie, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese
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An Afternoon With Le Ragnaie
We were going to a special wine tasting at my local wine shop, The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan. And yes, I said we, as my Bride was going along as she really enjoys the shop, the owners, his … Continue reading
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Tagged Azienda Agricola La Ragnaie, Italy, Le Ragnaie, Rosso di Montalcino, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Tuscany
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Two Potential for the Cellar
When I stop at my local wine shop, The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan, I am always hoping to find our next go-to wine. I am also looking at wines for cellar potential, but my Bride keeps suggesting that … Continue reading
Posted in Wine
Tagged Azienda Agricola La Ragnaie, France, Italy, Jardin en Fleurs, Loire Valley, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Touraine, Troncone
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Four Super Tuscans from Podere Ciona
What could be better than enjoying a wine tasting curated by a winemaker; well, that is what was happening when I was at my local wine shop The Fine Wine Source. Lorenzo Gatteschi was representing his family through their Podere … Continue reading
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Tagged Alicante Bouschet, Gaiole, Italy, Merlot, Podere Ciona, Rosso Toscano, Toscana IGT
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A Tasting with Lorenzo Gatteschi
Sometimes all roads lead to The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan; at least for me. Lorenzo Gatteschi, winemaker of Podere Ciona in Gaiole, Tuscany was there hosting a tasting of his family’s wines. I was reading the history of … Continue reading
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Tagged Alicante Bouschet, Chianti Classico, Gaiole, Gaiole in Chianti IGT, Italy, Merlot, Podere Ciona, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Toscana IGT
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March 2021 Wine Club Selections
It seems like I spend a lot of time at the Fine Wine Source in Livonia and the home of my local wine club. The matter of fact, it is true, especially for the last year. Gymnasiums, pools, spas, theaters … Continue reading
Two from Podere Ciona
Some of my earliest wine memories are of Italian wines, both commercial and home-made. Of course, that makes sense as I grew up in a mixed ethnic neighborhood, so most meals and beverages from the Mediterranean are like comfort food … Continue reading
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Tagged Alicante Bouschet, Chianti Classico, Gaiole, Italy, La Diacce, Merlot, Podere Ciona, Riserva, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Toscana IGT
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Two For Eighty
We were recently invited out to celebrate a couple who were both turning eighty this year. The party was hosted by their children and they had a full turnout of guests to enjoy the festivities. The children grew up with … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Bollini, Cabernet Sauvignon, Italy, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Santa Martina, Syrah, Toscana IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige
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Antonio’s Cucina Italiana
I recently had dinner with a friend at a restaurant, which started its origins back in my old neighborhood. As kids we used to congregate at a park, and if it we would walk or drive across the other side … Continue reading
Posted in Dining, Wine
Tagged Argiano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Italy, Merlot, Non Confunditur, Rosso Toscano, Sangiovese, Syrah, Tuscany
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