2017 Strappelli Soprano Colli Aprutini IGT, Italy, Abruzzo, Wine Review

This is a crisp white made from organically grown Pecorino grapes. Light pale gold in color, but bright. The nose is crisp with a nice salinity. Also, red apples and a bit of ginger. On the palate, this has a lovely underlying minerality with the acidity carrying thru. There is some apple fruit as well. Nice mouthfeel. Long finish. This will go well with sea food and vegetarian dishes. It also will make nice summertime drinking. Drink up in the next year or so.

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B+

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Vintage:

2017

2018 Strappelli Soprano Colli Aprutini IGT, Italy, Abruzzo, Wine Review

Vintage:

2018

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A-

This is 100% Pecorino grapes from Abruzzo, Italy. Golden in color clear and bright. The nose has lemons, minerality/chalk and slight tropical fruits. Medium bodied. On the palate, some crisp green apple notes at the start with some tropical fruits on the finish. Good acidity. Long finish. This seems to be near the end of its fruit, but still providing enjoyment. Younger vintages are likely to have more fruit. Nice on its own, this worked better with a bit of cheese. It would be nice with seafood. Drink now. Excellent value.

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo: A Wonderful Red Wine from the Region of Abruzzo

Heading due east from Rome lays the region of Abruzzo. This is a historically poor region whose people inhabit the hills and mountains so prevalent in the province. The people are proud and independent. They resemble the peoples of Italy’s southern regions in attitude and aptitude. Likewise the food and wine cultures reflect that lack of affluence centered on a hard working community. The hillsides are excellent for viticulture. The most popular red grape is the Montepulciano although many other grapes are grown here most notably Sangiovese.

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Lagrein: Red Wine from Italy's Alto Adige Region is Great for Winter Recipes

Near the Austrian border in northern Italy, from the region of Alto Adige comes an excellent red wine called Lagrein (pronounced la-GRINE) that really hits the spot on a winters night dinner table. Lagrein is also the name of the grape from which it is made. As was discussed here , the area of Alto Adige is very close to the Austrian border and has a shared history with both Italy and Austria. Hence, the German language is spoken frequently and either or both languages may appear on a wine label. You can find it made as both a red wine, often called Dunkel in German and Scuro in Italian, or a Rosè, called Kretzer in German or Rosato in Italian.

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2016 Emidio Pepe Trebbiano d'Abruzzo Vecchie Vigne Selezione, Italy, Abruzzo, Wine Review

Vintage:

2016

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Current Price:

$120.00USD

One of the truly great white wines in the world IMO. Light gold in color, clear and bright. The nose has granny smith apples, dried green apples, and ginger. Full bodied. Light tannins. Good acidity. On the palate, this is deep. Flavors of green apples with some spice. Layers of depth. Long finish. This is a white wine that really grabs one's attention. Long finish. It should drink well for another ten years. Great on its own, but better with food. It would be a great match with Spaghetti alla Chitarra.

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The Greeks might be better known for being the architects of democracy, but they have an even longer wine history, stretching back at least 3,500 years on the island of Crete.

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