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Happy Summer Holidays 2026 from DoctorWine

Editorial Staff
Once again this year, August 15 th arrives just as summer seems to be winding down. The cities empty out for summer holidays, dinner tables are set for larger gatherings, and life returns to a more leisurely pace. Perhaps this...
GourmetRecipe of the Week

Amberjack fillets on a bed of eggplant purée, confit cherry tomatoes, and thyme

Editorial Staff
The savory flavor of the amberjack and the tender texture of the eggplant are perfectly balanced by the freshness of the Roma Bianco Vulc Num 2025 from Tenimenti Leone. The yellow cherry tomatoes echo the wine’s notes of yellow fruit...
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Uncharted Sicily: the wines of the western hinterland

Riccardo Viscardi
Far from the spotlight of Mount Etna and the coast, central-western Sicily is experiencing a period of extraordinary growth in quality. In the areas around Monreale, the Belice Valley, and the County of Sclafani, Catarratto, Perricone, and Nero d’Avola are...
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Farewell to Emidio Pepe, the patriarch of Abruzzo wine

Editorial Staff
With the passing of Emidio Pepe, one of the great champions of Italian wine is gone. A pioneer of high-quality Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, he demonstrated—at a time when few believed it possible—that the region’s great wines could stand the test of...
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Interview with Marco Giulioli, winemaker at Cantina di Solopaca

Antonella Amodio
“At Cantina di Solopaca, quality and the identity of the region will be our top priority,” says the new winemaker Marco Giulioli, interviewed by Antonella Amodio about quality, sustainability, and the future prospects of the cooperative in the Sannio region....
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San Pietro a Pettine: Cuisine on a human scale

Francesca Granelli
A restaurant, a farm estate, a place where the landscape, olive groves, woods, and cuisine blend seamlessly. In Trevi, San Pietro a Pettine is launching its new “Menù Libero,” a concept that puts the guest back at the center of...
TastingsTerritories and wines

The revival of Castellinaldo: the new face of Barbera d’Alba

Luciano Pavesio
From a dream that began over thirty years ago to the official recognition of the subzone, Castellinaldo aims to carve out a distinct identity within the Barbera d’Alba landscape. Amid climate change, new agronomic challenges, and a vertical tasting of...
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Gorgona Bianco: between myth and rebirth

Sissi Baratella
Fourteen years ago, one of the most unique projects in Italian winemaking took shape on the island of Gorgona: the collaboration between Frescobaldi and the island’s prison. Today, Gorgona Bianco is much more than a prestigious label: it is the...
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The Palatine hill, where the landscape shapes culture

Vignadelmar
After learning about the Barberini Vineyard and AVGUSTO wine, the journey through the Colosseum Archaeological Park continues among the olive trees of the Palatine Hill, with a focus on the production of Palatinum olive oil and Ambrosia honey. This project...
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Longevity according to Di Meo

Antonella Amodio
Forty years of research have culminated in the Fiano 1993 and the Cuvée 100 Roberto Di Meo. From our correspondent in Campania, Antonella Amodio. When discussing the aging potential of Italian white wines today, the name Di Meo holds a...
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The 10 must-try summer wines

Stefania Vinciguerra
In the summer, the way we dine changes, as does the way we choose wine. From aperitifs to outdoor dinners, barbecues, and vacations, we need wines that combine freshness, balance, and character. Here are ten Italian wines to discover—all of...
GourmetRecipe of the Week

Zucchini, ricotta and mint flan with Parmesan cream

Editorial Staff
For this flan, we suggest an elegant pairing that plays on the balance between smoothness, aromas, and a lively palate. The sweetness of the zucchini and ricotta harmonizes with the fruitiness of the Roma DOC Malvasia Puntinata 2025 from Cantina...
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Vajra: The Long Life of Barolo

Erika Mantovan
A family story, a vision forged over time, and absolute loyalty to the region. Erika Mantovan visited the G.D. Vajra winery and traces the choices that have made it a benchmark in the Langhe: from organic farming to the historic...
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Morellino di Scansano: A World in Flux

Riccardo Viscardi
The Rosso Morellino event underscores the appellation’s dynamism: new experiences in the region, the debut of the Superiore style, and wines that are increasingly distinctive. Reporting for us, Riccardo Viscardi. Morellino Red Tells the Story of the Region Rosso Morellino...
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Amberjack, peach, fennel with orange, and caper powder

Editorial Staff
Chef Giuseppe Mulargia’s surprising creationat the FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino in Rome showcases seasonal ingredients with elegance and lightness. We recommend pairing it with the 2019 Trentodoc 1673 Noir Nature from Cesarini Sforza Spumanti. A dish that interprets the flavors...
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Nuances of Sangiovese: The Suoli di San Felice Project

Livia Belardelli
In the heart of Chianti Classico, San Felice presents the Suoli Project: an initiative designed to explore the different expressions of Sangiovese, starting with the nature of the soils. San Vito and Poggio Rosso thus become two complementary interpretations of...
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Dei Cappuccini: Signature Cuisine on the Amalfi Coast

Vignadelmar
At the charming Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel, Chef Claudio Lanuto presents a culinary experience deeply rooted in the local region in Dei Cappuccini restaurant. With breathtaking views, impeccable hospitality, and a top-notch wine list, this dinner is well...
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Rancia vs. Fontalloro: The Big Match in Fèlsina

Daniele Cernilli
Fattoria di Fèlsina is celebrating a series of anniversaries with a double vertical tasting of its two signature wines. Nine vintages are compared in an ideal pairing of elegance and power, curated by Daniele Cernilli. This year at the Fattoria...
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Il Gatto Insaccato restaurant in Selva Nera, Rome (or almost)

Iolanda Maggio
A restaurant serving hearty, flavorful dishes in a suburb of Rome. A standout spot in an area that doesn’t have many landmarks, but with a crowd eager to enjoy it. Iolanda Maggio tells us more. Il Gatto Insaccato is located...
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Marianna Romano, soul of the Marinella Restaurant cellar

Vignadelmar
At Borgo Santandrea in Amalfi, Marinella Restaurant offers precisely executed local cuisine and one of the Coast’s most interesting wine lists. Credit also goes to Marianna Romano, a young and trained head sommelier, who guides a selection of nearly 1,800...
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The wine crisis continues

Daniele Cernilli
The wine crisis shows no sign of ending. From the positive experience of 15 years of DoctorWine comes a proposal: make quality events and restaurants more accessible to bring new generations closer to the world of wine. Daniele Cernilli talks...
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Bersi Serlini, the time of Franciacorta

Livia Belardelli
Among the hills of Provaglio d’Iseo, Bersi Serlini celebrates 140 years of history by confirming a precise vision of Franciacorta: territorial identity, stylistic elegance and hospitality. A winery that combines family memory and contemporary sensibility through vertical, crisp and increasingly...
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Tripolaia, pleasant surprise under the sun of Bolgheri

Fabio Cartei
One family, nine hectares planted with vines and a precise agricultural vision: Tripolaia tells of a concrete Bolgheri, respectful of the land and increasingly convincing results. Fabio Cartei takes us on a tour of the winery and its wines. Tripolaia,...
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A big celebration for DoctorWine

Daniele Cernilli
On May 9 at the Le Méridien Visconti hotel in Rome there will be a big event to celebrate 15 years of DoctorWine. There will be 52 wineries that have Three Stars in The Essential Guide to Italian Wines 2026...
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Wines for every pocket 2026 is presented in Milan

Stefania Vinciguerra
We have arrived at a new edition of Wines for every pockets, the sixth, and today we celebrate its release with a presentation tasting at the Hotel Principe di Savoia, in Milan. These little booklets (coming out in a few...
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Daniele Cernilli talks about Romangia at Vinitaly 2026

Editorial Staff
The masterclass organized by the Terre di Romangia Consortium at Vinitaly Tasting – The DoctorWine Selection and led by Daniele Cernilli, analyzed territory, grape varieties and style through ten wines. Focus on wind, Cannonau and varietal recovery. Romangia was the...
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Vinitaly exceeds expectations

Daniele Cernilli
The doomsayers who predicted that Vinitaly would be scaled back have been proven wrong by the facts. Fewer visitors, it’s true, but a more professional audience. For those who knew how to prepare for the fair, the results were positive....
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DoctorWine seminars at Vinitaly

Stefania Vinciguerra
As every year, as part of Vinitaly Tasting – The DoctorWine Selection, we are organizing a series of themed seminars, all of which will take place inside our booth in Hall 10/A2-B2 at VeronaFiere. Our thematic tasting seminars are confirmed...