September 23, 2009
Just landed as of today and ready to woo you, it’s our new Prosecco! Produced by the esteemed organic/biodynamic prosecco powerhouse that is Perlage, this one is made from organically grown grapes and is bottled under a super convenient screwcap. Fresh, lively and absolutely delicious it is also very keenly priced, with an RRP of just €12!
June 18, 2008
In what seems to be an un-ending barrage of wine confiscations in Tuscany, officials have stepped in and confiscated wine made under the San Gimignano Rosso DOC. This comes on top of the ongoing dispute over Brunello di Montalcino and the threatened US embargo, and the recent confiscations of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Althought the amount of San Gimignano confiscated is small at only 30hl (4,000 bottles), it was originally reported in the Italian press as 60,000hl of Vernaccia di San Gimignano – a slightly different proposition. This has spooked some importers, with reports of German agents now looking for certificates of authenticity to accompany their orders. The tabloid-style reporting coupled with the ongoing political battles in Montalcino could really threaten to destable this key region’s exports.
I can guarantee you however that our Tenuta San Giorgio ‘Ugolforte‘ is 100% Sangiovese Grosso. And delicious.
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