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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Umbria, Italy – The Less Touristy Tuscan Escape You Dream Of
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Umbria, Italy – The Less Touristy Tuscan Escape You Dream Of
"If you love wine, you’ve definitely had dreams of a wine-fueled trip to Italy. And there’s no denying that Tuscany is made of the stuff of dreams. The region’s rustic cuisine of delicious meats, cheeses,and pastas, paired with its delicious wine, makes it a go-to destination and, as a result, it’s correspondingly thronged. But what if you don’t want to compete with the tour buses and hordes of tourists making a day trip from Florence? Head to Umbria instead. "Umbria still feels like an undiscovered gem, despite its close proximity to Rome. Sure, there are tourists — they are all...
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Marco Caprai of Arnaldo Caprai in Umbria Talks Sagrantino di Montefalco
Marco Caprai of Arnaldo Caprai in Umbria Talks Sagrantino di Montefalco
Catch Arnaldo Caprai’s Marco Caprai, a leader in the Umbrian Sagrantino di Montefalco revival, discuss the origins of this complex red wine. He reveals the history of wine in Umbria then we taste two wines to best understand the terrior. Tune in and please share this episode with those looking to better understand the inland Italian wine region Umbria. Read Jancis Robinson’s words on Umbria. The two wines we tasted were: 2015 Arnaldo Caprai Colli Martani Grecante Grechetto DOC–Three months on the lees, aged in stainless steel, this mineral-driven, medium bodied white is luscious and hefty. 2010 Arnaldo Caprai Collepiano...
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16 Fresh Whites from Italy and Beyond
16 Fresh Whites from Italy and Beyond
"As temperatures begin to creep up, it’s about time to switch out winter’s go-to red wine for a more summer-appropriate selection. "Italy is arguably better known for its red wines, but there is also a large variety of quality white wines to choose from, made with both international and indigenous varieties. These wines tend to feature bright fruit and juicy acidity—just perfect for a leisurely afternoon in the sun. "This crisp style thrives in the northeast of Italy. Wineries in Trentino–Alto Adige produce their own takes on Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay, Riesling and many others. These best versions are...
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The Might of Montefalco
The Might of Montefalco
"Sagrantino, one of Umbria's indigenous grape varieties, reminds me of a television celebrity whose lustre has faded. In the 1990s and early 2000s, Sagrantino was enjoying a boom. Back in 1970, only five hectares remained of the variety, which was used chiefly to produce a splendid passito wine for local consumption. Then a few growers began to vinify Sagrantino as a dry wine. Their hefty tannins and high alcohol were not universally admired, but the wines nonetheless built up an avid following. "Growers from within the regions — and many from outside it — rushed to plant more vineyards on...
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Arnaldo Caprai Brings Modern Montefalco to Wilson Daniels Portfolio
Arnaldo Caprai Brings Modern Montefalco to Wilson Daniels Portfolio
ST. HELENA, CA (December 29, 2015) — Wilson Daniels announces, effective January 1, 2016, the newest addition to its Italian wine portfolio, Montefalco Sagrantino champion Arnaldo Caprai. The partnership marks a pivotal step in Wilson Daniels’ continued pursuit of quality and excellence within its expanding portfolio. The marketing and sales company aims to represent the very best producers of their respective regions around the world, and Arnaldo Caprai — the most highly regarded winery in Umbria — certainly fits the profile. “Arnaldo Caprai has all of the qualities we look for in our partners and more,” says Wilson Daniels president...
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Taste Umbria at Home with an Oh-So-Delicious Black Truffle Spaghetti
Taste Umbria at Home with an Oh-So-Delicious Black Truffle Spaghetti
by Kristin Tice Studeman Celebrate something (anything, really) with a pasta dressed up with truffles.When times call for something simple, comforting, and a bit indulgent, do as they do in the Italian region of Umbria — and make a black truffle spaghetti at home. “Truffles, extra-virgin olive oil, and handmade spaghetti (or tagliatelle) are in our heritage,” says Marco Caprai of Arnaldo Caprai Winery, a 370-acre property in the Montefalco region of Umbria, an area that boasts a long history of rich red wines and prized black truffles. “This dish represents the true soul of Umbrian cuisine — great raw materials with...
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