Italicus is a modern interpretation of the historic Italian *rosolio* tradition, created by Giuseppe Gallo in 2016 using Calabrian bergamot and other Italian botanicals. The story of Italicus is the story of reviving a nearly forgotten category and adapting it to contemporary cocktail culture.
Pelmeni and wine make for an unexpected yet fascinating pairing. Pelmeni are rarely thought of as a dish for wine pairing, but a simple change in the filling, sauce, or serving style completely alters the choice of wine. What should you serve with meat, fish, or potato pelmeni? Find out in this article!
The story of Select Aperitivo: its birth in Venice in 1920, its recipe, the Venetian Spritz tradition, and how it differs from Aperol and Campari.
6 августа 2026 года - Бордо и Шампань в исключительном порядке приступают к сбору урожая.
For the first time in years, the French Ministry of Agriculture has postponed its scheduled August assessment of the upcoming grape harvest. The move was prompted by a combination of extreme heat, prolonged drought, and uncertainty, forcing experts to delay the forecast by a full month. What is currently happening in French vineyards? Why are winemakers reluctant to assess the upcoming vintage? And how might August weather alter not only the volume but also the quality of the wines from this harvest? I examine the climatic factors behind this unprecedented decision and what French wine enthusiasts can expect.
Campari is one of the most famous and iconic Italian bitters. It is indispensable to legendary classic cocktails like the Negroni and Americano, and fans of a bolder, more bitter Spritz often swap out the traditional Aperol for Campari. What makes this vibrant red bitter so special? Find out in our new article.
The Aperol Spritz is one of the world’s most popular cocktails—a symbol of summer terraces, the Italian aperitivo, and la dolce vita. It emerged from the combination of two distinct elements: the Aperol liqueur itself and diluted wine. Want to know more? This article answers all your questions about the Spritz.
Red wine + cheese = the perfect pairing? Far from it. In this article, I debunk this seemingly indisputable belief.
Aquitaine produces wines not only from Bordeaux or Bergerac, but also from smaller appellations and geographical indications whose wines are similar in style but much more affordable. In this article, I'll discuss the protected geographical indication IGP Agenais, located two hours southeast of Bordeaux.
Tasting of the second wine from the discount store Lidl - Bordeaux 2023.
