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Non-alcoholic wine?

Italy now permits the production of dealcoholized wines. What exactly does the new law regulate, how is alcohol-free wine produced, why do designations of origin remain protected—and why am I personally still cautious about using the term "wine"?

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The Black Rooster - The Symbol for Chianti Classico

The Black Rooster is the iconic symbol of Chianti Classico – but why, actually? This article tells the legend of the Gallo Nero, connects history with the landscape, and explains how a medieval rivalry turned into one of Italy's most famous wine symbols. A journey into the heart of Chianti Classico.

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Why there's no “Spaghetti Bolognese”?

Dive into the world of ravioli – from classic Italian dishes to those nostalgic canned ones! In this post, I'm sharing my go-to recipe for homemade spinach-ricotta ravioli and showing you just how easy it is to whip up these tasty pasta pockets, even without fancy tools. It's a pasta classic that everyone, young and old, will love!

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Pasta: Ravioli with Ricotta and Spinach

Dive into the world of ravioli – from classic Italian dishes to those nostalgic canned ones! In this post, I'm sharing my go-to recipe for homemade spinach-ricotta ravioli and showing you just how easy it is to whip up these tasty pasta pockets, even without fancy tools. It's a pasta classic that everyone, young and old, will love!

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Agriturismo Tuscany: Holidays between vineyards and culture

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What's the difference between Chianti and Chianti Classico?

People often mix up or misuse the terms Chianti and Chianti Classico. This can be confusing and sometimes even lead to wrong information. But don't worry, the difference isn't hard to understand – you just need a few simple details!

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7 Best Tips to Perfectly Enjoy Your Red Wine

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What is Chianti Classico?

Chianti Classico is much more than just a red wine from Tuscany. It represents living tradition, history, culture, and a conscious lifestyle. In this article, you'll discover what makes Chianti Classico so special, how to recognize it, why the Black Rooster is its symbol – and what sets it apart in taste and quality from other Chianti wines.

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Three Colors of Wine from Sangiovese

Wine isn't just a drink; it's also about passion, tradition, and culture, with roots that go way back in human history. Typically, wine is made from grapes that are suitable for either white or red wine.

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Sangiovese - The Red King of Italian Grapes

The Sangiovese grape is one of the most widely grown varieties in Italy. Sangiovese actually means 'Jupiter's Blood'! And it has tons of other names too, like Sangioveto, Sangiovese Grosso, Brunello, Prugnolo Gentile, Montepulciano, Morellino, and many more.

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Podere Capaccia in Radda in Chianti

In a small valley, not far from the medieval Radda in Chianti, there's a little, almost hidden gem of Chianti Classico: Podere Capaccia. You'll also find some big names in Chianti Classico in this same valley, like Montevertine, Carleone, or Castello d'Albola.

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Pollo alla contadina

Tuscan cuisine also goes by the nickname 'cucina povera' – which basically means 'poor people's kitchen.' The reason for this is simply that Tuscany used to be a very agricultural region, and people were often quite poor under their landlords. So, 'Pollo alla contadina' just means chicken, farmer's wife style. Because processed