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Do you really know the difference between «Superiore» and «Riserva»? For instance, how does Nebbiolo d’Alba Superiore differ from Barolo Riserva? Why do we have a Barbera d’Alba Superiore and a Roero Riserva? Let’s start from the basics. «Superiore» and «Riserva» are two designations that further define DOC and DOCG wines from all over Italy, including those from...
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Dear friends, when summer comes every year, we are glad to share the remarkable international awards we received in this first half of 2023. Among these outstanding achievements, we would like to mention that Campofranco Langhe Riesling placed 1st in Piedmont and 3rd in Italy at the latest edition of the Concorso Nazionale del Riesling which was held last June 18th at Naturno, in Alto...
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Born in 1983, Franca Occhetti is a seasoned presence at Tenuta Carretta. Last year, she celebrated twenty years of service in the winery, where she manages orders, logistics, relationship with suppliers and customers. Originally from Monteu Roero, for Franca, wine has always been an integral part of her journey. Her family owns a winery in Roero and, as soon as she finished her studies, she...
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With Open Cellars 2023, celebrations begin for a special year: the Wine Tourism Movement turns 30. Since its founding, the Movement has quickly become a reference reality in which tradition, culture, dissemination and passion have created a unique and globally recognized brand. Three decades that have seen tastes and scenarios change but during which all those who have participated and continue...
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What are the differences between Roero and Langhe? To understand how Langhe and Roero differ, let us take a look at the map of southern Piedmont, precisely that portion of the territory that rises from the Ligurian Apennines toward Turin. Heading from South to North, one will immediately notice that, at the height of Alba, the Tanaro River is the only natural boundary of the area, which...
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