Tag Archives: Montepulciano

Saladini Pilastri “Vigna Monteprandone," Rosso Piceno Superiore, Marches, Italy.

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Kris

Grapes 70% Montepulciano, 30% Sangiovese.   Facts “Excuse me…yes, hello! This is my first time in your wine store and I was wondering if you could help me. I read this review online today written by this delightful Englishman and … Continue reading →

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Barba Vignafranca Montepulciano, Abruzzo, Italy.

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Kris

Grapes 100% Montepulciano [Mawn-teh-pool-CHA-noh] I personally always make the point of pronouncing it in as ridiculously strong of an Italian accent as possible, with plenty of hand gestures (no matter where I am): Montepulciano!!!   Facts The first question I … Continue reading →

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Gran Sasso Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Kris

Grape 100% Montepulciano [Mawn-teh-pool-CHA-noh] It’s a fun grape to say, especially if you do so with a really bad Italian accent. Say it with me: “Montepulciano!!!” Facts I hope you’re paying attention, because this is going to get tricky for … Continue reading →

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Gary Vaynerchuk’s Daily Grape Feature – Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2007

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Kris

Wine: 2007 Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Grape: 100% Sangiovese Score: 91 Points Price: $25 MSRP   Gary’s explanation why: For all you longtime Italian fans out there, you very well know that about 10 years ago, Tuscan wines were … Continue reading →

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The Difference Between Chianti, Chianti Classico and Chianti Riserva

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Kris

First-off, I don’t know where the above photo was taken, but once I find out I’m booking a plane ticket!!! So last night, I found myself hosting an informal wine class for a discerning group of tasters here in Jacksonville. … Continue reading →

Posted in Facts | Tagged Brunello, Chianti, Chianti Classico, Chianti Riserva, Italy, Montepulciano, Riserva, Sangiovese | 5 Comments //

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