Wine News
Sullavìa: in the land of Barbera, a Pinot Noir of energy and depth is born
written by Erika Mantovan At Vinitaly 2026, the Bava family unveils Sullavìa 2024, the first vintage of their new Piemonte DOC Pinot Nero from a single vineyard. A project born under the sign of patience and precision: five harvests of observation before finding the perfect balance to give voice to the Bricco Roche cru in Agliano Terme, where the marl and calcareous soils lend Pinot noir its authentic and distinctive
Three Chardonnays & Rising Reserve Whiskey
John Wilson presents a selection of wines from the Southern Hemisphere capable of aging for more than ten years, alongside a rare Irish whiskey. The lineup includes three outstanding Chardonnays from New Zealand and Tasmania, as well as a 21-year-old Teeling Single Malt, aged first in bourbon barrels and then in port casks, offering complexity and aromatic richness.
Chianti Classico: freshness, drinkability, elegance
Between tradition and innovation, Chianti Classico is asserting its cultural and stylistic identity more than ever. Thanks to the “Chianti Classico 2000” project and the growing reputation of the Gran Selezione, the appellation is reaffirming its commitment to precision, quality, and patience. This momentum is further bolstered by rapidly expanding international markets and promising recent vintages.
Etna, magnetic attraction
Mount Etna, Sicily’s majestic volcano, shapes a unique terroir where vines have been cultivated on volcanic soils for centuries. Today, this rapidly evolving wine-growing landscape is marked by the rise of white wines – particularly those made from Carricante – which are redefining its identity.
Château Montelena
Château Montelena, located in Calistoga in Napa Valley, is a historic California winery that produces Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon from its estate vineyards (Oak Knoll, Calistoga). It is known for its classic, French-inspired wines that emphasize terroir, freshness, and a restrained expression of fruit.
Sable de Camargue
Sable de Camargue is an AOP from the Mediterranean coast of the Camargue, between Sète and Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. This vineyard, situated on sandy soils influenced by salt, produces rosé, Gris, and Gris de Gris wines made from Grenache, Carignan, and Cinsault. It is distinguished by sustainable viticulture and fresh, refined, and briny wines that reflect a unique terroir.