Abruzzo
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Eccolo: Your Italian Wine Gift Guide
Ok, yes. Wine is usually what I bring to the table, along with my smile and warm personality, of course. However, there are several reasons why wine (and food) make excellent gifts. Obviously, there is the concept of universal appeal. Wine is classic, cultural and versatile. Food…everyone loves food. Wine is shareable and customizable according to the recipients’ taste. Wine and food are practical and consumable. Ultimately, wine and food gifts are timeless, thoughtful, and almost always appreciated. Therefore, following are a few carefully curated selections of exceptional Italian wines and food that are ideal for gift-giving. Jermann Ramat Pinot Grigio 2022 makes an exceptional gift for the holidays due…
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Cantina Zaccagnini: Tradition, Innovation, and Sustainable Winemaking in Abruzzo
Cantina Zaccagnini is an esteemed winery located in Bolognano, in the heart of Abruzzo, Italy, known for producing high-quality wines that reflect the region’s rich viticultural heritage. Founded in 1978 by Marcello Zaccagnini, the winery began as a small family-run business. Over the decades, it has grown into an internationally recognized brand, renowned for its dedication to sustainable agriculture, traditional winemaking techniques, and innovative approaches to production. Tradition, Innovation and Sustainability Cantina Zaccagnini‘s philosophy is deeply rooted in tradition. For one, the winery has remained family-run, and this continuity helps ensure that traditional values and practices are passed down through generations. They share the belief that great wine starts in…
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The Wining Hour Summer Wine Down
Ok, ok. I know it’s been a while. This summer has been chock-full of events (both personal and business), as well as lots of travel. Basically, my summer has been non-stop! Nevertheless, as summer is winding down, I thought it would be a good time to jump back in and share a few Wining Hour highlights with you. Events & Happenings Great Wines of the World NYC Tasting James’s Suckling’s (NY) Great Wines of the World is a two-day walk-around tasting that affords the opportunity to literally discover and taste some of the best wines in the world! The event features over 35 of the best wine-growing areas and more…
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Wining and Dining with Bacchus
Recently, I had the honor of joining The Italian Trade & Investment Agency (ITA), as they hosted Dining with Bacchus. Bacchus is the God of Wine & Pleasure, and this event did not fall short in living up to that name! Dining with Bacchus was a sensational Italian wine & food tasting dinner designed to educate key industry players on Italian wines and their adaptability to various culinary pairings. This event was in conjunction with the recent celebration of World Week of Italian Cuisine (Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo). The Italian Trade Agency is the Governmental agency that supports the business development of Italian companies abroad and promotes the…
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Three Wine & Food Pairings with Gusto from Abruzzo #Travel #Wine
Wine & Food from Italy’s Abruzzo Region For some, Abruzzo is one of the lesser known and lesser traveled Italian regions. Abruzzo is located closer to central Italy, just east of Rome (Lazio region) on the Adriatic coast of the peninsula. The geography of Abruzzo is mountainous, pastoral, and coastal, as it includes the Apennines, many national parks and nature preserves, as well as many beautiful beaches. While there is so much to uncover, we decided to highlight some of Abruzzo’s delightful food and wine for this month’s Italian Food, Wine and Travel.The cuisine of Abruzzo is unique due to its varied geography. For example, in the mountainous areas, the…
