Nestled in the shadow of the Alps, Valle d’Aosta is Italy’s smallest wine region, yet it boasts an extraordinary diversity of wines and landscapes. This secluded gem, bordered by France and Switzerland, is renowned for its dramatic vistas, ancient vineyards, and the unique character of its wines. With terraced slopes carved into the rugged mountainsides,…

Various authors, Ed. Mama Jumbo Shrimp Italian Wine Unplugged Grape by Grape was designed as a comprehensive yet concise introduction to Italian wine and its native grapes. This new edition goes deeper into the fascinating aspects surrounding the history, geology and science that are the foundation of modern Italian wine culture. The addition of substantial…

From Wine Spectator: From its inaugural vintage in 1987, Viña Don Melchor aspired to demonstrate that Chilean terroir can produce world-class wines. Maintaining that credo, several years ago it became a stand-alone brand, separate from its parent company, Concha y Toro. The move signaled a shift to distinguish the flagship from Concha y Toro’s primarily large-volume and lower-priced…