Category Archives: Italian

Ca’ Del Baio – Valgrande – Barbaresco: Ryan’s Favorite Red Wine of 2012

Ca’ Del Baio – Valgrande Barbaresco 2009 My favorite red wine of 2012 is hands-down the Valgrande Barbaresco (2009 Vintage) from the Ca’ Del Baio Cantina in Piedmonte Italy. I am a huge Nebbiolo fan and being able to get … Continue reading

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Customer Wine Review: Ca Lojera Lugana

On a recent warm, Minnesota evening, Wine Shop customer Alan K. hosted a neighborhood get-together. Coordinating with the atmosphere, guests were served see-through wines on ice and served with a variety of cheeses and salami. Ca Lojera Lugana The first … Continue reading

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St Magdalena Goldmuskateller Moscato Giallo by Cantina Produttori Balzano

St Magdalena Goldmuskateller The Cantina Produttori Balzano is a cooperative winery nestled high in the Italian Alps that has been producing some of the finest wines of the Alto Adige.  Focusing on indigenous varietals and several grapes more often associated … Continue reading

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April Winery of the Month: Hess Collection | Tastings this Weekend

April’s Winery of the Month: Hess Collection April Hess Collection sale begins on Saturday, March 31 and will continue through April 30. Hess Select Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc – Regularly $11.99, now $9.99 Hess Select Cabernet Sauvignon – Regularly $16.99, now … Continue reading

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Customer Wine Review: Four Wines from the Wine Shop

Wine Shop guest Alan K. recently opened four bottles at a neighborhood get-together, all from the Wine Shop. Here are his thoughts. The spring day above 65 degrees was the perfect excuse for an impromptu neighborhood happy hour and a … Continue reading

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