The Nerello Mascalese is a thick-skinned red grape that thrives in the volcanic soils of Mt. Etna’s vineyard slopes in Sicily. Sunny exposures and the warm Mediterranean sea breezes allow it to ripen fully, yet winemakers are always on the lookout to make sure the grape retains its wonderful acidity. In southern Italy, Nerello Mascalese […]
Month: February 2018
Big Cab blowout coming Saturday
Napa Valley’s Cabernet Sauvignons boast big, powerful luscious tastes and this /Saturday (Feb. 24) at the Wine ConneXtion in North Andover you’ll be able to sample some of the little known gems of recent vintages. Sam Messina’s brought in 10 fruit bombs for your tasting pleasure. The free event, open to the public, runs from […]
Wine Novice will make a wine expert out of you
Can white wine be made from red grapes? What is the difference between oaked and unoaked Chardonnay? How do I know what grapes are used in a bottle of French Sancerre? If you want to learn the answers to these questions, and step up your wine-tasting skills, I’ll be teaching two fun courses in April […]
