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Everything is coming up Rosés for Prosecco
We were very excited to hear the news that Italy has approved a new designation - Prosecco Rosé DOC. Coming soon, the qualifications...
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May 29, 20201 min read
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Something Positive to Start off Another Week of Self-Isolation
.2016 was a year with superb conditions in many of Italy's wine regions. Barolo wines from that year, recently released, are proving to...
margie clancy
Apr 20, 20201 min read
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Explore Italy through these virtual experiences
We very much look forward to the day we can once again travel around beautiful Italy. In the meantime, if you also can't wait, here are...
margie clancy
Apr 5, 20201 min read
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Do you know the difference between Barolo, Barbaresco and Brunello?
Often confused, these three world famous wines are produced in Italy. Barolo and Barbaresco come from the same family of grapes, and in...
margie clancy
Feb 18, 20201 min read
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If you're not a fan of places overrun with tourism, we have a 2020 Italian holiday for you
We have recently seen numerous articles and posts describing the need to purchase tickets to visit the most popular Italian tourist...
margie clancy
Feb 4, 20201 min read
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We instantly fell in love with the Barolo region and believe you will too
Catherine Sabino's Forbes article on Piedmont provides excellent insight into this amazing Italian wine region, rich with history,...
margie clancy
Jan 23, 20201 min read
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We are anxious to try the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva from a top producer, Biondi Santi
"Biondi Santi has to date only released a Riserva wine from 39 vintages since 1888.", as this Decanter article states....
margie clancy
Jan 22, 20201 min read
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We have secured group tickets to Benvenuto Brunello 2020
We still have some availability for our Exclusive Tuscany tour, including entrance to the event with us. We will be staying at the...
margie clancy
Jan 18, 20201 min read
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Exploring New Heights - the Dolomites
After returning to Alto Adige last week, we have decided to add this region to our 2020 tours. The high altitude fresh and aromatic...
margie clancy
Jan 13, 20201 min read
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Thinking about your 2020 vacation plans?
If you are a Barolo fan, join us for one of our Piedmont tours and enjoy this sunset view for aperitivo or dinner after you have a...
margie clancy
Jan 8, 20201 min read
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Happy New Year! 2020 - Entering a new vintage
Happy New Year from the GastroNomad. Last year we visited Giuseppe Quintarelli's cellar in the Valpolicella Classico region to taste...
margie clancy
Jan 2, 20201 min read
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First night back in Italy
In celebration of our relocation back to Italy, we opened a 2006 Casanova di Neri Tenuta Nuova #Brunello. Join us in February to taste...
margie clancy
Dec 17, 20191 min read
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Time to start collecting 2015 Brunello. They will be released in February
https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2018/01/09/why-brunello-di-montalcino-is-the-wine-to-collect-in-2018/#7de3f7a97350
margie clancy
Nov 13, 20191 min read
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Planning to visit #LakeComo?
Let us design your trip, including our favorite #gourmet lakeside dining spots, tasting at a top wine bar, amazing #hikes at all levels,...
margie clancy
Nov 10, 20191 min read
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2015 Brunellos are dominating James Suckling's 2019 top 100 list
James Suckling just released his top 100 wines for 2019. The top 2 are 2015 Brunello di Montalcinos, three 2015 Brunellos are in the top...
margie clancy
Nov 2, 20191 min read
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Are you familiar with Franciacorta, Italy's most popular Champagne-method sparkling wine?
The GastroNomad will take you to Franciacorta on one of our guided tours. Details about this little-known sparkling wine region can be...
margie clancy
Oct 20, 20191 min read
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Italy bans google maps in Sardinia village
Not to worry, the GastroNomad has local drivers. If you are visiting Italy, navigating to your destination can be difficult, even with...
margie clancy
Oct 14, 20191 min read
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