Finger Lakes: Unexpected Wines, a Stone’s Throw from New York New York State is making waves as a dynamic and captivating wine region, showcasing its diverse terroir and cutting-edge winemaking techniques. From the storied Hudson Valley to the scenic Long Island and the picturesque Finger Lakes, the state’s wine scene is capturing attention for its quality and innovation. The Finger Lakes, with its eleven lakes resembling the fingers of a hand, is now recognized as the third AVA (American Viticultural Area) in the USA, following in the footsteps of California and Oregon, and subsequently, boasting specific designations like Cayuga Lake…
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Author：Marco Simoni An elegant and ancient sweet wine loved by the Popes. Around the enchanting land of Calabria, through the hills of the Parco Nazionale del Pollino in the province of Cosenza, precisely in the village of Saracena lies one of the most precious hidden treasures, the Moscato di Saracena: an air-dried sweet wine, made from a combination of local Saracenese, Guarnaccia, Duraca and Malvasia Bianca grapes. Throughout the years, there have been many historical studies carried out on Saracena Moscato, in particular by Professor Pietro de Leo, Professor of Medieval History from the University of Calabria. The first historical…
The list of sweet wines is varied and covers many geographical areas. We can find the renowned Sauternes of Bordeaux, the german Eisweins (Ice wines) and Trockenbeerenauslese (Selected dried grapes), the Italian Vin Santo and Passito di Pantelleria, to name a couple, the splendid Tokaji, whose sweetness depends by the level of Puttonyos. Despite what one might think, sweet wines can be very versatile in pairing. From aged cheese to spoon desserts, as well as smoked fish and some savory dishes. If low on alcohol and fresh, like Asti Moscato, they can be paired with spoon desserts like panna cotta,…
The employment of robots in wine production is a topic progressively more talked about in the viticultural industry. While robots have been used for many industrial activities for decades, their usage for wine production is relatively new. However, many wine producers are starting to see the advantages of using automated tech to increase the quality of the wine and efficiency rate, as well as cut the costs down. Robots can be used through many of the steps of wine production, including grape harvesting, pressing, fermentation, bottling and labelling. First, grape harvesting is a delicate and challenging task, that is usually…
Take your time, indulge the constant desire to be engaged, fascinated, and surprised. Let Irpinia tell you its story. Each sip is a one-way ticket to an unforgettable journey. Discover Vinosìa. Discover Irpinia. “For me, wine is the source of everything. Of pleasure… certainly. But also of opening up to the world, of craftsmanship integrity, and respect for a noble territory that evokes pure emotion. When I opened my first winery, the joy of realizing my dream was second only to the desire to share those sensations that only Irpinia can bestow.” – Luciano Ercolino In these places, the great…
Explore the Verdicchio of the Matelica region, an Italian white wine that is the elixir of youth. The Matelica region is a special place, nurturing Matelica-Verdicchio, the 13th oldest DOC (Designation of Origin) wine region in Italy. Located in the Vallesina highlands, this valley is separated from the Adriatic Sea by the San Vicino Mountains. Here, the unique intertwining of continental and Mediterranean climates, along with the distinctive sensory characteristics and soil that imparts minerals and acidity to the wine, come together to provide each glass with a strong and vibrant sensory experience. Time seems to stand still here, allowing…
Sicily, this land, once inspired the great Italian writer Andrea Camilleri’s “Inspector Montalbano” series of crime novels. The captivating stories, written with his immense talent, not only bring us a series of fascinating tales but also endow one of Italy’s unique indigenous grape varieties, the Perricone (also known as Pignatello) grape, with one of the most mysterious histories in the world of grape varieties. The life of this grape variety has undergone continuous changes and “dramatic plots.” It was born and grew in the western part of Sicily, between Palermo and Trapani provinces, where it is often called “Pignatello” in…
An Exceptional Story The narrative of wine in Italy is unparalleled in the world. From terraced vineyards on seemingly impossible slopes to mountain vineyards at altitudes exceeding 1,000 meters, and perhaps even small sun-kissed islands lashed by the wind. Our land is rich in stories of extreme wines, born of human toil, sweat, and hard work. These are sometimes incredible feats accomplished by resilient winemakers who have carved vineyards out of scraps of land taken from the mountains, rocks, and the sea: places where even the thought of any form of agriculture may seem mad or, at the very least,…
In 2023, who doesn’t know Cabernet Sauvignon? It’s a grape variety that is heard of all over the Earth, a variety that originated in France and has become the most famous, cultivated, and vinified in the world thanks to its characteristics. What is the origin of Cabernet Sauvignon? Cabernet Sauvignon is a variety that, already towards the end of the 18th century, was defined as the “perfect vine” by the French philosopher Montesquieu. It might seem like an exaggeration, but the reason for such a statement is explained to us by Leopoldo Incisa della Rocchetta, one of the first “scientific”…
The wine industry is undergoing a true technological revolution, and among the innovative solutions that are reshaping the sector, there are satellites. Yes, you read that right, those very satellites orbiting the Earth are providing vine growers with valuable information to optimize production and enhance wine quality. With a millenary history, viticulture has always been an art based on experience, tradition, and careful observation of nature. However, the advent of space technologies is opening new horizons for wine producers worldwide. Thanks to high-resolution images captured by satellites, viticulturists can gain detailed aerial views of their vineyards. This allows them to…