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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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    Silver Oak Winery & Paravel: A Seamless Union of Sustainable Craftsmanship and Luxury

    What happens when you fuse fine wine, fashion and sustainability? You get the holiday collaboration between Silver Oaks Winery and Paravel, the luxury travel and lifestyle brand, and a luxurious, eco-friendly wine-inspired line of travel products. Silver Oak Winery Silver Oak Winery, located in Oakville,  is a renowned American winery, established in 1972. CEO and Chairman David Duncan has played a pivotal role in the winery’s continued success and growth. His leadership has been instrumental in not only preserving but also elevating the reputation of Silver Oak as one of California’s top Cabernet Sauvignon producers, known for its consistency, quality, and eco-friendly initiatives. As a producer of premium wines, Silver…

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    Wining Hour Feature: Tenuta Cucco, A Premier Langhe Wine Estate

    Tenuta Cucco, located in the lovely landscape of Serralunga d’Alba, within Italy’s renowned Barolo wine region in Piedmont, is an estate celebrated for its dedication to producing exceptional wines. Tenuta Cucco’s origins date back to the late 19th century, when the estate was established. The estate’s name, “Cucco,” meaning “peak” or “summit,” fittingly reflects its elevated position and its commitment to continuous growth and innovation. With its storied history, sustainable practices, and exceptional wines, Tenuta Cucco is a true symbol of quality production. Over the years, Tenuta Cucco has passed through the hands of several prominent families, each contributing to its legacy. The current owners, the Rossi Cairo family, acquired…

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    Discovering a Mosaic of Vineyards with Assovini Sicilia

    As an Italian wine lover, I enjoy Italian wines from North to South. Each region has its charm and character. Sicily is no different. However, it is remarkable to know that Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and the largest region in Italy. Moreover, this southern region boasts a variety of landscapes and climates that lead to a variety of soils. In fact, Sicily has soils that range from a composition of lava and calcareous rock to clay, basalt and tuffaceous rock. There are more than 60 grape varieties grown in Sicily, including Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Frappato, Nerello Cappuccio and Perricone for indigenous red wines and Catarratto,…

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    Unveiling the Treasures of Bolgheri with Podere Sapaio

    Bolgheri, a central Italian village and hamlet of Castagneto Carducci, located in the province of Livorno, Tuscany, is known for producing some of Italy’s finest and most prestigious wines. The Bolgheri region’s unique terroir, which includes a combination of favorable climate, soil, and proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea, contributes to the production of these exceptional wines. The Bolgheri area gained international recognition for its high-quality wines, specifically, their Super Tuscan wines, which are a blend of traditional Italian grape varieties, such as Sangiovese, with international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and/or Syrah.The region’s wines are often marked by their rich flavors, deep complexity, and ability to age gracefully.…

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