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This article tells the story of my visit to Allegrini in Valpolicella, where through vineyard exploration, family history, and a focused tasting, I re-examined the region beyond its iconic Amarone. It reflects on why Valpolicella today is more nuanced than its most famous wine, and why a well-made Valpolicella deserves a second look.

This article explores the lesser-known side of French wine, moving beyond iconic regions such as Champagne, Bordeaux and Burgundy to uncover appellations that remain quietly compelling. It examines what makes France so influential in the global wine world, from its deep-rooted concept of terroir to its cultural commitment to origin, and then highlights five underrated regions that offer originality, character and a renewed sense of discovery for experienced wine lovers.

This article explores how a spontaneous trip to inspect vineyards in Valpolicella gradually turned into a deeper culinary journey through Northern Italy. Through Amarone risotto, pumpkin dishes, authentic aperitivo bites and an evening at Antica Bottega del Vino, I reflect on how the cuisine of Lombardy and Verona mirrors the structure, depth and character of the wines, revealing terroir not only in the glass but also on the plate.

This article explores why Cava is still often labeled a “compromise” sparkling wine, and why that definition is long overdue for revision. Through a conversation with Mireia, a second generation winemaker and the driving force behind Art Laieta, I look at how the reputation of an entire category can hide truly exceptional wines, what the best producers are doing today to restore Cava’s credibility, and why real quality is built not on loud claims, but on choices, principles, and a deep relationship with the land.

This article revisits Chianti through the lens of Ottomani, a small estate in northern Chianti Classico that challenges long-held stereotypes of the region. Through a personal encounter and a conversation with co-founder Alessandro, it explores how authenticity, biodiversity, and thoughtful craftsmanship can redefine one of Tuscany’s most misunderstood wines.

Starting in 2026, Michelin will introduce another category of ratings: the “Michelin gods” will now inspect wineries, as the company announced in early December. According to the official statement, the first estates will receive their ratings as early as 2026.

Let’s discover 10 exceptional Cypriot wines and learn about the island’s wine renaissance.

Trentino-Alto Adige is Italy at its calmest, away from the big-city rush, with vineyards, mountains, and lakes. Read the full article. Photo: elenawalsh.com

With Coravin, you can taste a glass of wine without opening the whole bottle. I interviewed Greg Lambrecht, the creator of the “wine mosquito,” who is a biomedical engineer by training. Read the full version of the article. Photo: coravin.com

“From Russia with wine” published on the 26 January 2021 at jancisrobinson.com offers a snapshot of how Russia’s wine scene has been evolving - set against the backdrop of Russia being “very much in the news” at the time.