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March 27, 2014March 28, 2014

The Latest from Alto Adige – Excellence Defined (Part One)

Pfitscher Gewürztraminer “Caldiff” – an Alto Adige gem! (Photo ©Tom Hyland) When people ask me which Italian regions are my favorite, Alto Adige is always in my top five; some days, it’s in my top three. It’s a remarkably beautiful area, especially when you view the northern sections where vineyards are tucked in among the … Continue reading The Latest from Alto Adige – Excellence Defined (Part One)

February 14, 2012February 14, 2012

Elegant and Distinctive Reds from Alto Adige

Vineyards at Cantina Terlano, Alto Adige (Photo ©Tom Hyland) When you think about the best red wines of Italy, you probably look to Piedmont and Tuscany or perhaps even Abruzzo, Umbria or Puglia. But when it comes to Alto Adige, white wine is most likely your strongest association with this far northern region. Yet, this area … Continue reading Elegant and Distinctive Reds from Alto Adige