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Piccini, Valiano Estate & Vallebelbo
Piccini Winery is a family owned winery founded in 1882 by Angiolo Piccini and is situated in Castellina in Chianti in the heart of the Chianti Classico area. It is now run by the energetic, passionate brother and sister Mario & Martina Piccini.
"+ "The family also own Valiano Estate in the Chianti Classico area, and produce some fantastic single estate Chiantis here. Piccini have also invested interest in other wineries around Italy and in particular have a new project in Sicily - a very exciting region, producing some great wines. The wines from Piccini are increasingly popular – offering great quality, variety and value.
"+ "Vallebelbo, thirty-five years after its foundation in one of the leading firm in the sector of Italian wines. In spite of careful industrial behaviour Vallebelbo has not lost the roots with its famous background: the Langhe.
"+ "In this wonderful countryside Vallebelbo owns 600 hectares devoted to the cultivation and production of D.O.C. grapes. Certainly they are proud to be the biggest Italian producers of the Moscato d’Asti but we are even producer to be known as a trustful company on the nation and international markers. 6000 tons of D.O.C. grape are transformed in high quality wine each autumn.
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"1. Vallebelbo Fior di Vigna Dolce NV "+ //wine tasting notes " Straw yellow in color. Has aroma of fragrant, typical of the Moscato grape. This wine is delicately sweet, aromatic and characteristics.
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"2. Piccini Villa Al Cortile Rosso di Montalcino 2006 "+ //wine tasting notes " Very well made with black pepper and earthy nose. Elegant, silky tannins and a juicy red berry finish. "+ //wine grape varietals & image "
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"3. Valiano Chianti Classico D.O.C.G 2006 "+ //wine tasting notes " Brillant ruby red in color with an internsely fruity aroma with strong berry notes. It has balanced and well-structured flavor and pleasantly tannic aftertaste. "+ //wine grape varietals & image "
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"4. Valiano Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G 2004 "+ //wine tasting notes " Bright blackberry and cherry aromas follow through to a medium body, with fresh acidity and a clean finish. "+ //wine grape varietals & image "
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"5. Valliano Poggio Teo Chianti Classico DOCG 2004 "+ //wine tasting notes " Shows intense aromas of anise, licorice and blackberry. Full-bodied, with a pretty core of ripe fruit, fine tannins and a creamy, fruity finish. "+ //wine grape varietals & image "
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Vallebelbo & Piccini
Vallebelbo in one of the leading firm in the sector of Italian wines. In spite of careful industrial behaviour Vallebelbo has not lost the roots with its famous background: the Langhe.
"+ "In this wonderful countryside Vallebelbo owns 600 hectares devoted to the cultivation and production of D.O.C. grapes. They are proud to be the biggest Italian producers of the Moscato d’Asti but they are even producer to be know as a trustful company on the nation and international markers. 6000 tons of D.O.C. grape are transformed in high quality wine each autumn.
"+ "While Piccini Winery is a family owned winery founded in 1882 by Angiolo Piccini and is situated in Castellina in Chianti in the heart of the Chianti Classico area. It is now run by the energetic, passionate brother and sister Mario & Martina Piccini.
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"1. Vallebelbo Cesare Pavese Asti Spumante D.O.C.G. NV "+ //wine tasting notes " Pale gold with herbaceous in color. On the nose, there’s intense aroma typical of the Moscato grapes. On the palate it tastes sweet, aromatic and persistent. Best matches with desserts, dry pastries and cakes, particularly if fruit based.
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"2. Vallebelbo Le Filere Langhe Chardonnay D.O.C. 2008 "+ //wine tasting notes " Straw yellow with golden lights. On the nose, there’s intense fruity, delicate, with floral scents. On the palate, it tastes smooth, equilibrated and long lasting.
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"3. Vallebelbo Le filere Langhe Barbera d’Alba D.O.C. 2008 "+ //wine tasting notes " Red in color with tendency to garnet red when getting age. On the nose, there’s intense winy typical of the grape. On the palate, it taste dry, full bodied, slightly tannic, fruity and full.
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"4. Vallebelbo Le filere Dolcetto d’Alba 2008 "+ //wine tasting notes " Intense ruby red with violet shades. On the nose, there’s winy, intense and at same time delicate with great harmony. On the palate, it tastes dry, smooth, with light acidity and pleasantly recalling almonds.
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"5. Piccini Sasso Al Poggio IGT 2004 "+ //wine tasting notes " Scents of black cherry, licorice, forest floor, minerals and a stylish coating of vanillin oak. Deep, full and lush on the palate, with core of succulent fruit, beautifully integrated tannins, and a long, complex, utterly profound finish. "+ //wine grape varietals & image "
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Piccini
Located in Castellina in Chianti, one of the 8 cities of Chianti Area, Tenute Piccini, or simply Piccini, is the very beginning of Piccini Family saga. The estate, developed from only 7 ha in 1882, is now the main headquarter of Piccini Group, managing 400 ha of vineyards situated in the main wine area of Tuscany, with a special focus on Chianti and Chianti Classico.
"+ "Piccini wines represent the core expression the family’s commitment to uphold tradition started by Angiolo Piccini more than 125 years ago. Intimately connected with the vineyards they come from, the Piccini wines put an emphasis on enjoyment, marking the modern approach to traditional winemaking.
"+ "The entire Piccini range also represents the modern face of Tuscany in the world.
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"1. Orvieto D.O.C 2008 "+ //wine tasting notes " Pleasant, delicate perfume with fruity notes. Dry flavor with a slightly bitter fine and delicate aftertaste.
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"2. Solepapa Frascati Superiore Secco 2008 "+ //wine tasting notes " A light straw yellow in color with delicate soft aromas. The palate is savory, refined and velvety.
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"3. Chianti D.O.C.G 2008 "+ //wine tasting notes " Ruby red in color. Fruity nose, cherry driven, fresh palate of light cherry fruit. Soft, smooth and well balanced with gentle tannins.
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"4. Special Edition Chianti Riserva D.O.C.G 2006 "+ //wine tasting notes " Deep ruby red in color. A smooth, elegant and velvety wine, with powerful aromas of ripe cherry, hints of spice and woody notes. Soft tannins and long finish.
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"5. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano D.O.C.G 2006 "+ //wine tasting notes " Full garnet color. Full, ripe and black-skinned fruit nose with a delicate hint of violets. Generous structure, it shows warmth and power on the palate. Ripe, intense fruit flavor lingers in a long finale.
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Cesare Pavese
Langhe vineyards are considered one of the most fascinating areas of the Italian north-west. It is a territory known throughout the world for its green hills and deep river valleys, for its luxurious surroundings of towers and castles.
"+ "There are authentic masterpieces of nature and beloved of poets and artists, first amongst them being Cesare Pavese, who was born in its midst.
"+ "A corner of Italy rich in history, but appreciated above all for its huge variety of dishes and the superb quality of its typical products like truffles, wine, mushrooms and hazelnuts.
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" Pavese Cesare (1908–50), was once a legendary Italian novelist, poet and a translator in the 20th Century "+ "A major literary figure in postwar Italy, Pavese brought American influence to Italian literature through his translations. He himself was strongly influenced by Melville. Pavese's flight from the Fascists and subsequent imprisonment were reflected in his writings, which dealt with social struggle and revealed his sympathy for the oppressed. "+ "His biography continues to draw thousands of fans to Pavese's native Langhe hills on reverent literary pilgrimages, seeking out the sights and sounds of the places and hardscrabble people that the author mythicized in his work. "+ "The harsh countryside that Pavese immortalized has prospered considerably in the last 50 years, mostly due to the local muscat grapes and the resultant sparkling wines. But economic development has exacted a cultural cost that institutions here are trying to curtail. Pavese is part of the antidote. "+ " | |
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"1. Moscato di Asti D.O.C.G 08 "+ //wine tasting notes " Naturally sparkling sweet wine with straw yellow in color. Aroma of fragrant, typical moscato grape on the nose. On the palate, it tastes delicately sweet, aromatic and characteristic.
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"2. Gavi D.O.C.G 08 "+ //wine tasting notes " Slightly straw colored with herbaceous reflections. The nose is very delicate with herbaceous hints, typical of the cortese grape. On the palate, it is dry, fresh and very aromatic.
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"3. Dolcetto d’Alba D.O.C.G 08 "+ //wine tasting notes " Intense ruby red with young, sometimes violet tinges. On the nose, it is greatly harmonious, vinous, intense and delicate. On the palate, it is dry and soft, moderately acidic.
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"4. Barbera d’Asti D.O.C Superiore 06 "+ //wine tasting notes " Clear garnet red with orange reflections. On the nose, it is characteristic, with hints of vanilla, heavenly, pleasing and intense. On the palate, it is dry, full, noble. Velvety and harmonious.
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"5. Barbaresco D.O.C.G 06 "+ //wine tasting notes " Intense ruby red when young but with a tendency towards garnet red with age. Intensely winy aromas of its typical grape. On the palate, it is dry, full-bodied, slightly tannic, fruit and full.
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