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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Dec 11, 2020
- 2 min
A free class on the Wines of Tuscany
One of the very enjoyable moments we have in Florence (at least before the pandemic) is to welcome curious wine lovers and introduce them...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Nov 26, 2020
- 2 min
Shipping wine from Italy to the US
Planning a trip to Italy and going on a Tuscan Wine Tour? (with Grape Tours, obviously 😃) One of the things that might cross your mind...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Nov 18, 2020
- 2 min
Apuan Alps & Vermentino
Marble mountains & lard If you've ever been to Italy and admired the marble that is displayed bountifully in the churches, palaces, and...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Nov 4, 2020
- 3 min
Le Cinque Terre's heroic winemakers
I want to share a story of a special place that I’m sure many of you have already visited. Paradoxically it was only my second time in Le...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Oct 26, 2020
- 2 min
Italy's newest DOCG
Terre Alfieri DOCG Not every region in Italy can boast a DOCG certified area, but almost! The most recent addition to the most...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Oct 14, 2020
- 2 min
29 Mid-Covid Philosophic Photos
Reflection is what this year has given plenty of time for. On ourselves, our fellow planetarians. Memories of a different past, hopes for...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Oct 1, 2020
- 2 min
October offers new Olive Oil
It's time for the new olive oil! I think we can collectively agree without much hesitation that 2020 so far has felt like our lives have...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Sep 22, 2020
- 3 min
See how Balsamic vinegar is made
Have you ever tasted balsamic vinegar? I mean, the real stuff?! I'm asking the question because I believe that most people haven't tasted...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Sep 2, 2020
- 3 min
Valpolicella - its wines and how to visit
Valpolicella is a region of contrasts. It comprises flat plains and steep hills, ugly industry and farm beauty, cheap wines, and...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Aug 29, 2020
- 3 min
Uncovering Prosecco
Who doesn’t know Prosecco?! Bubbly, light & fresh…perfect for an aperitif & for mixed drinks. Easy to pronounce and affordable! But few...
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Rebecca Gouttenoire
- Jul 25, 2020
- 2 min
What wine did the Medici's drink?
The magnificent Medici family of Florence was the wealthiest family the World has ever seen. Their rise to power and influence on...
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