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Three colors of Sangiovese wine
Wine is not just a drink, but also a passion, tradition and culture whose roots go back deep into human history. Wine is usually made from grapes that are suitable for the production of either white wine or red wine.
Sangiovese - The red ruler among Italy's grape varieties
The Sangiovese grape variety is one of the most frequently cultivated grape varieties in Italy and means something like "Jupiter's blood". And there are many synonyms such as Sangioveto, Sangiovese Grosso, Brunello, Prugnolo Gentile, Montepulciano, Morellino and many more.
Podere Capaccia in Radda in Chianti
In a small valley, not far from the medieval town of Radda in Chianti, lies a small, almost hidden treasure of Chianti Classico: Podere Capaccia. The same valley is home to some of the great names of Chianti Classico, such as Montevertine, Carleone and Castello d'Albola.
What a year!
We are now at the end of a difficult and crazy year. At the end of a year full of unexpected events. This year has torn us out of our everyday lives, out of everything that was previously "normal" for us. And it has pushed many of us to our limits: health-wise, humanly, existentially. I would therefore like to take this opportunity ...
Pollo alla contadina
Tuscan cuisine is also known as "cucina povera" - which loosely translated means "poor people's cuisine". The reason for this is simply that Tuscany used to be characterized by a rural structure and people were often very poor under the rule of their landlords. And so pollo alla contadina means nothing other than peasant-style chicken. Because processed
At the table: Pappa al pomodoro is served
The best thing about pappa al pomodoro is that this typical Tuscan dish, which everyone cooks a little differently, is sensationally easy to prepare but simply sensational in taste. Depending on the season and taste, pappa al pomodoro can be served cold, lukewarm or hot.
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