Monthly Archives: September 2017

The Madman of Moscato d’Asti

Posted on September 18, 2017 by damewine

For almost a year, I have been delving deeper into the world of Moscato d’Asti DOCG from Piedmont (Piemonte), Italy. I’ve found it fascinating to research this style that inspired a worldwide trend of making semi-sparkling, sweet Moscato wines. As … Continue reading →

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The Birthplace of Moscato d’Asti: Wandering the Underground “Cathedrals”

Posted on September 15, 2017 by damewine

As we descended further and further into the cavernous dwellings, it felt as if we entered another universe, an underworld of serenity that majestically displayed an untold number of  bottles and barrels of wine. Further along, I felt the temperature … Continue reading →

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A Mosaic of Vineyards Make Up an Outstanding Wine Region

Posted on September 14, 2017 by damewine

After many years of loving the wines of Piedmont (Piemonte), Italy, I recently had the opportunity to travel there to delve into the wines of Moscato d’Asti DOCG . But, of course, how can one visit a land that produces … Continue reading →

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All We Need Is A Little Hope

Posted on September 5, 2017 by damewine

Our first encounters with wine can shape how we see the wine world, even after a couple of decades of avid wine tasting and learning. We cannot help but have those old assumptions sit on our shoulder and whisper in … Continue reading →

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