For a country that produces some of the most popular and widely-drunk white wines in the world, Italians have a curious reluctance to drink very much of it themselves.The latest figures … [Read more...]
Christmas Wines Part One – Fizzies. Stickies. And A Drop Of The Hard Stuff.
In the three remaining Italian wine notes of the year, I thought I’d give you a few ideas for good - and good value - Italy inspired Christmas drinking.Last time out, I told you how you … [Read more...]
Christmas? Limoncello Time! Here are Two Limoncello Recipes.
Yes, I know Christmas is still three months away, but when it comes to festive drinking, you can’t start planning too far ahead.In coming weeks, I’ll be offering a few suggestions about … [Read more...]
Wine. Bottle? Or Bulk? – Which is Best?
A couple of weeks ago, I read a post on a wine social networking site which essentially poured scorn on the notion that decent, drinkable wine is available in anything other than a standard … [Read more...]
Chianti. Classic – or Con ?
Chianti and I have if not exactly a love-hate relationship, then one based on mutual incomprehension. Try as I might, I just don’t get what all the fuss is about. Chianti can’t understand … [Read more...]