Monthly Archives: February 2017

Peak Etna Value: Barone Di Villagrande Rosso

Posted on February 19, 2017 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews Of the many favorable spots to grow grapes on Sicily, the most compelling district for me is the Etna DOC, in the shadow of Europe’s tallest — and very active — volcano. Endowed with mineral-rich volcanic soils, intense sunlight and cooling sea … Continue reading →

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Bordeaux Chateaux “Punching Above Their Weight”

Posted on February 1, 2017 by upstatedowntown

By Christopher Matthews Bordeaux Chateaux that “punch above their weight” was how Wine Media Guild (WMG) member Mark Golodetz framed the WMG’s recent, annual Bordeaux walk-around tasting and lunch, held at Il Gattopardo in Manhattan. As the traditional member-sponsor of … Continue reading →

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