When Attilio Pagli arrived in Mendoza in 1992, the Italian oenologist was excited about his new consulting project: to produce high quality wines from what were believed to be old vines of sangiovese growing in Argentina’s mountainous Uco Valley. Sangiovese is Italy’s most noble red grape, used in the production of world-renowned Chianti Classico and […]
Author: James Campanini
Three U.S.A.-made Pinot Noirs that pop for Valentine’s Day and beyond
I’ve made a new year’s resolution to drink more Pinot Noir in 2022. Why? It’s a fabulous wine that, when crafted deliciously, is a joy to the senses and tugs at the heartstrings – especially on Valentine’s Day. If Virginia is for lovers, Pinot Noir is for romantics. There are two states where the difficult-to-grow […]
Zin lovers will salivate over Saldo, a new brand from The Prisoner Wine Co.
The Prisoner Wine Company (PWC) of Napa Valley has done it again. It’s created a new wine brand – Saldo – and all I can say is “Salute”! Saldo hit the market in late September with two California red wines – a Saldo Zinfandel (red label) and a Saldo Red Blend (blue label) – and […]
A Cremant D’Alsace holiday? Lucien Albrecht sparkling wines deliver a classic elegance
Looking to add a spectacular sparkling wine to your holiday festivities? Here are two from longtime French producer Lucien Albrecht: Cremant d’Alsace Brut and Cremant d’Alsace Brut Rose`. Both wines retail for $23 a bottle, but savvy shoppers can find discounted deals at several major outlets. In fact, the Brut Rose` is selling for $18.99 […]
