“ Adventures in the world of wine, ups and downs, pop ups and pour ins, plunging in the next glass of the God’s liquid.
And always thirsty for more! ”
Svetoslav Stoyanov
Michele Satta Winery
A day in Bolgheri with Giacomo Satta: the 2019 handover to the second generation, amphorae and cement eggs, and a tasting crowned by Piastraia 2023, 97 points James Suckling. This is Modern Bolgheri.
Finca Valpiedra Winery
A day at Finca Valpiedra, the Familia Martínez Bujanda estate on a meander of the Ebro in Rioja. River stones, old vines, a sunset tasting crowned by the Reserva 2018 and a magical night of tapas in Logroño.
Batasiolo Winery
Piedmont is one of my favourite Italian regions and Nebbiolo one of my favourite grapes: rustic, powerful and yet so elegant. This time the road took me up to La Morra, to Beni di Batasiolo, for a masterclass in three Barolo crus side by side.
Hotel Ca' Del Lupo
Since my first stay at Hotel Ca’ Del Lupo about 4 years ago, I have stayed probably 5 more times and it is unique. It represents so well the Langhe area, the people, food and wine, but also the nature and the respect for it. I have stayed alone, with group of people, with my family, with my baby son and they always found a way to accommodate you and welcome you so warmly like you are at your holiday home.
Trattoria Dai Bercau
I have been at Trattoria Dai Bercau three times, and every time is just a reminder that good food is found in the most unexpected places, without advertisement, marketing or bullshit. It’s just there, wonderful, hidden, real. A place you fall in love with instantly, as long as food and wine mean something to you.
Mossio Winery
Mossio is a synonym of a hard-working family, which cares for the tradition and protection of the land and the grapes it gives them. Valerio Mossio, a 4th generation wine maker, is running the winery and vineyards with the help of his brothers and sons.