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Fighting Back Against Fake Counterfeit Chianti – The Crucial Tips For Finding the Real Thing

Ilenia B.17 September 2022

Chianti is one of the most popular Italian wines. It stands right at the top of the heap when it comes to Italian red wine, with only Barolo and a select few o...

The Italian Wines of Autumn – The Top Wines to Enjoy as the Leaves Start to Fall

Ilenia B.15 September 2022

For many, Autumn is the most beautiful of the seasons. The leaves have started to change colours, with many beginning to fall. We see the transition from th...

Wine Searcher Has Named Its Most Expensive Italian Wine

Ilenia B.13 September 2022

Diversity is the key word when we think of the Italian wine industry. No matter what you’re looking for, you’re sure to find an Italian producer who has create...

Happy Hour with Friends – The Perfect Wines to Serve

Ilenia B.10 September 2022

What does Happy Hour mean to you? Maybe it brings to mind those times spent in a bar or pub that’s trying to get rid of its drinks by offering low prices on...

The Story of Vermouth – Its History and a Beautiful Vermouth and Italian Wine Cocktail

Ilenia B.8 September 2022

The story of Vermouth is an interesting one. If we were to trace this wonderful drink back to the very origins of the concept of an aperitif, we could say i...

What is Mulsum? The Ancient Roman Drink Explained

Ilenia B.6 September 2022

The Italian wine industry can trace a lot of its heritage back to the Ancient Romans. The Romans loved wine with so much passion that they even had gods dedica...

The History of the Aperitif – From Hippocrates to the Current Day

Ilenia B.3 September 2022

Many of us enjoy an aperitif before a big meal. Even those who aren’t aware of what an aperitif is may find themselves engaging in this ancient ritual before t...

Buy Italian Wine Online for the Convenience (And More Reasons Why Buying Online is the Best Choice)

Ilenia B.1 September 2022

Over the last 20 years or so, the internet has become the go-to shopping location for many consumers. The pandemic accelerated that trend, leading to more peop...

Four New Italian Wines Available on Xtrawine

Ilenia B.30 August 2022

There are few things we enjoy more than discovering a wonderful new Italian wine. That thrill of finding something different, taking it home, and enjoying all ...

The Five Most Cultivated Grapes in the World

Ilenia B.27 August 2022

You already know that Italian wine is made using grapes. Furthermore, you likely already know that there are literally hundreds of grape varieties, each of whi...

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