The wine region of Rosso Piceno is located in the region of Marches of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Le Caniette or the Domaine Le Canà produce mainly wines red, white and sparkling. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Rosso Piceno are Sangiovese, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Rosso Piceno often reveals types of flavors of cherry, violet or almonds and sometimes also flavors of dark fruit, earth or vegetal.
In the mouth of Rosso Piceno is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 167 estates and châteaux in the of Rosso Piceno, producing 318 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Rosso Piceno go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal.
At a lunch in Brussels, the 2021 PFV ‘Family is Sustainability’ prize was presented to Jan Strick and his son Matthijs of Maison Bernard, who triumphed over more than 100 applicants from around the world to win the €100,000 (£84,000) award. ‘Selection was difficult,’ said Matthieu Perrin, president of the PFV, ‘but ultimately the jury felt that Maison Bernard is a brilliant example of exquisite handicraft and the maintenance of an ancient artisanal tradition in family hands, exactly as we fight ...
While some people prefer to avoid restaurants altogether on Valentine’s Day, for others it’s the perfect excuse to enjoy a romantic evening out. For wine lovers, finding venues with a great selection of bottles is an added bonus. Whether you’re after prestige Bordeaux and classic vintages or interesting and quirky bottles from less well-known producers, the selection below gives you plenty of options. We also tell you what to expect from the wine list in each venue. From Michel ...
Andrea Franchetti, one of the most talented and visionary Italian producers, has died at the age of 72 in Rome. In 30 years exactly, he positioned his superTuscan Trinoro among the top Italian references, producing a wine with stylish elegance and outstanding potential for ageing. Franchetti’s Bordeaux blends were without the over-extractions that were on-trend in the 2000s, nor the excess of fruit following phenolic maturity. He followed a precise idea to produce classic wines for the long haul ...
