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November 16, 2018

Distance (in miles) between the sparkling wine vineyards of southern England and those in Champagne. The two places share nearly identical chalky soils laid down before the English Channel formed. As a result, England is now the newest hotspot for fine fizz. Within the next three years, the English sparkling industry is projected to be worth $36 million.

The “Classico” in Chianti Classico refers to:

A. The fact that classic methods and classic varieties are used to produce the wine

B. The fact that the wine was once reserved for the nobility of Florence

C. The fact that the region was the historic center of Chianti production

D. The fact that the wine is tasted by a panel of experts who certify its quality and character as being top level or “classic”

C.

The Chianti Classico is the original, small, hilly, central area in which the richest, fullest Chianti is produced. The uniqueness of the region was underscored when it was given a DOCG, or Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita, of its own in 1984. The very best Chianti Classicos have plum and dried cherry flavors and sometimes a touch of salt and spice.

Is Port Ever White?

Yes – although white Port represents only a small fraction of the total production of Port. White Port is not expensive but it’s absolutely delicious in the summer, drunk cold in the Portuguese way: mixed… Continue reading

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