Articles - Vine & Soul
What makes a Biferno Rosso
Of all Molise’s wine styles Biferno Rosso seems to be the most popular in the UK. As a blend of two well-loved Italian grape varieties, Montepulciano & Aglianico, this may not come as a surprise. However, it’s my guess that many people who enjoy this wine may not know much about it.With this post I…
Montepulciano - What’s in a name?
When promoting wines from a smaller, less-known region, having a popular grape variety can entice people to try a wine they otherwise would not try. Generally, people may not know Wairarapa, but they know Pinot Noir. They may have no idea which country Maipo Valley is in, but they know they like Cabernet Sauvignon.So, it…
Tips for Practicing Yoga At Home
Find a quiet, clean, uncluttered, pleasant room with a flat surface. The room should be well ventilated but not drafty. Practising in the draft or wind, heavily air-conditioned room or under a fan can upset the body’s temperature and cause chills. Practising in too hot or poorly ventilated space may cause unpleasant sweating, overheating or dizziness.
Tintilia - The Grape of Molise
An IntroductionEven those who consider themselves experts on Italian wine may look at you with a blank face when you mention “Tintilia”. When further asked which country they think it’s from the likely response is “Well…Spain…of course…” followed by a shrug & the plain desire on their face to switch to the topic of Barolo. This…