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Devising a New Wine List With Alisha Blackwell-Calvert
To complement Madrina’s Italian-American cuisine, Alisha Blackwell-Calvert pairs unique Italian selections with their U.S. counterparts—and sells everything for an affordable price
How Arianna Occhipinti Won Over the Wine World
Sicilian wine phenom Arianna Occhipinti has become a modern icon with her terroir-centric winemaking practices and the elegant, singular wines they craft
How Piedmont’s Pelaverga Became an Industry Darling
Over the past decade, every wine pro has come to know and love Pelaverga—but how did this little-grown grape skyrocket to fame?
Why Etna Bianco Is Set to Outpace the Region’s Reds
Thanks to Carricante’s appeal and resilience, Mount Etna’s white wine production is on track to close the gap with its reds by the end of 2024
8 Italian Wines Worth Selling Now, According to Buyers
Retail and restaurant buyers spotlight the Italian wines they’re excited to stock, from Valle d’Aosta to Sicily
Italy’s Unexpected New Hub for High-Quality Riesling
Lombardy has become a Riesling hotbed thanks to a new generation of producers in Oltrepò Pavese crafting some of Italy’s most prominent expressions of the grape
What You Need to Know About Chianti Classico’s UGAs
Approved by Chianti Classico Consorzio members in June 2021, the 11 production zones offer more specificity of origin for Gran Selezione wines
The Amphora Project in Emilia-Romagna Channeling the Region’s Roman Roots
A cultural exchange with Georgian winemakers, ANsomigaFORA has helped Romagnoli producers rediscover the region’s native grape varieties through qvevri
In Search of the New Franciacorta
A new generation of producers in Italy’s premier sparkling wine region are casting off decades of French influence to pursue metodo classico wines with a more genuine sense of place
Alto Adige’s Burgeoning Biodynamic Movement
From small producers to large cooperatives, a paradigm shift in farming practices is taking root in this conservative corner of northern Italy
A Wine Renaissance in Calabria
A focus on indigenous grapes, terroir-driven winemaking, and a burgeoning natural wine movement push this overlooked Italian region in the spotlight
A New Generation of Natural-Wine Producers Is Revolutionizing Italy’s Lazio Region
By embracing age-old traditions and organic viticulture, a handful of quality-minded winemakers are changing the region’s reputation
A Day in the Life of Alto Piemonte Champion Cristiano Garella
The winemaker partners with two wineries while consulting on 20 others and promoting the region abroad
Chronicling the Renaissance of Italy’s Alto Piemonte Region
An ancient winegrowing area is making a comeback after a long hiatus—and garnering acclaim
How the Drinks Industry is Stepping Up to Provide Jobs for Ex-Offenders
Exploring beverage and hospitality programs that are creating pathways to employment and reducing recidivism
Little-Known Italian Grapes on the Rise
From Rossese Bianco to Schioppettino, these emerging varieties should be on your radar
Why Italy Is Trying to Ban Australian Nero d’Avola in U.K. Markets
First Prosecco, now Nero d’Avola—the continuing trademark battle over grape variety names
Moscato May Be Out, But Saracco is Still In
While sales of the sweet, sparkling wine slow to a dribble, Saracco Moscato defies the odds
48 Hours in Verona with Brian Larky
8 must-visit restaurant and bar picks from the founder of Dalla Terra Winery Direct
Getting to Know the Tintore di Tramonti Grape
Sommelier Shelley Lindgren explores Campania’s long-forgotten variety
Finding Puglia’s Soul in Negroamaro
Sommelier Shelley Lindgren makes a case for embracing the undervalued, yet versatile and food-friendly red wine
Tomorrow’s Amaro
Mixology has put several iconic amari on consumers’ radars, which could be opening the door for some lesser-known brands from Europe
48 Hours in Florence with Jeff Porter
The Batali & Bastianich beverage director shares his tips for touring and tasting in Tuscany’s capital city
