2008 Michele Chiarlo "Le Orme" Barbera D'Asti Superiore

     Barbera D'Asti Superiore is a red wine made from the Barbera grape in the Piemonte region of Italy. It just recieved DOCG status in 2008. To be called "Superiore", it must be at least 12.5% abv and aged for 1.5 years in oak or chestnut barrels.
     The 2008 Michele Chiarlo "Le Orme" Barbera D'Asti Superiore was a medium, ruby red in the glass with medium intense aromas of ripe, mixed berries. Dry on the palate, with high acidity, medium- tannins, medium alcohol (13% abv) and a medium- body balanced with juicy berry/cherry flavors with a medium length finish. An easy drinking simple wine, I served it with Italian sausage/smoked provolone sandwiches but it would also be excellent to have on hand for pizza delivery nights.
     A good+ wine and a great value at $12 a bottle.

Introducing Oltrepò Pavese - An Italian Sparkling Wine that You Should Know

Last year, I had the opportunity to travel to Italy to taste the wines of Oltrepò Pavese. I discovered that these sparkling wines are based on Pinot Noir, they are made in the traditional method, like Champagne, and most importantly, they are an Italian hidden gem that bubble lovers across the world need to put on their radar. In the August issue of Galveston Monthly magazine, I introduce these wines to my readers.

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A Toast to the Celebrations of June!

Pop open some bottles this June to celebrate life's moments, both the big and small. Find some recommendations to do just that in the June issue of Galveston Monthly Magazine.

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