What Is Colorino Grape? Colorino is a deeply pigmented red grape native to Tuscany, best known for its role in adding color and structure to traditional Chianti blends. While once overshadowed by Sangiovese, Colorino is enjoying a quiet renaissance among producers seeking heritage varieties with bold character and expressive potential.…
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Aleatico Grape: The Aromatic Red Treasure of Central Italy
What Is the Aleatico Grape? The Aleatico grape is a rare and intensely aromatic red variety grown primarily in central and southern Italy. Best known for its sweet passito-style wines, Aleatico stands out for its floral bouquet, red berry flavors, and long history rooted in the Italian peninsula. This grape…
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Anisette Liqueur: The Complete Guide to Italy’s Traditional Anise Spirit
Anisette (also known as Anisetta) is Italy’s beloved anise liqueur, a sweet and aromatic spirit that has captivated drinkers for over 150 years. Often confused with Sambuca or pastis, this traditional Anisette drink has a gentler flavor profile and deep roots in Southern Italian culture. It is made from green…
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How a winery can be more environmentally friendly: Cantina Pizzolato
Prosecco week was held from 18 to 24 July 2022 in the United States of America celebrating one of the most famous wines in the world, Prosecco. Many featured events animated the whole country, from the West Coast to the East Coast. Among the participating wineries, Cantina Pizzolato presented their…
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Top 3 experiences for a one-day trip to Bergamo
Bergamo is a city with two souls: a medieval stony heart on the top of a hill “Citta’ Alta” and an elegant modern city at the lower level. Here the top 3 experiences for your one-day trip to Bergamo. Remember also to check our suggestions on the drinks ? Some…
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Drinks to enjoy in Ascoli Piceno
The wine Rosso Piceno, and the liquor Anisetta are two famous local drinks you can enjoy in Ascoli Piceno… Ready to order? Marche is a very interesting region, often underrated and not very well known… However, it has a great coastline and also some amazing wine appellation like Verdicchio dei…
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Top 3 experiences for a one-day trip to Ascoli Piceno
Cooking Class Olive Ascolane If you’ve fallen in love with one of Le Marche’s most famous specialties but don’t know how to prepare them yourself, pick up the secrets and tricks to turning out traditional olive ascolane with this small-group cooking class. Learn how to stuff, bread, and fry local…
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Anisette Cookies and Cakes
Anisette cookies are a great way to enjoy the taste and the great benefits of the Anise, without compromising with alcohol in case you are sober curious. Anisette is such an amazing flavor: let’s try this cookies recipe. Health Benefit of Anise The green anise (Pimpinella anisum) is of extremely…
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Drink Italian Day: Celebrate the Italian Style on August 15
We are proud to announce that Drink Italian Day will be celebrated every year on August 15. DrinkItalian is a love letter to all Italian made beverages. It was created by a group of passionate consumers and industry professionals who want to share the “La Dolce Vita” lifestyle around the…
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Top 5 experiences for a one-day trip in Venice
A one-day trip to Venice must not be enough time to experience everything that the city has to offer. Here 5 top experiences that will make you want to come again and get more. Remember also to check the best time to visit the city. Some of the links in…