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Ornella Molon Traverso – Wines of the Piave DOC, Veneto Italy

Located in Selgarda, in the heart of the Piave DOC, Ornella Molon Traverso is one of the producers in this little-known region that is beginning to receive international attention. Wines have been cultivated in this region for hundreds of years, … Continue reading

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Kerner – An Amazingly Aromatic White from Sudtirol

My explorations of the many wines found along the routes we cycle (learn more about our Bike the Wine Road tours) continue to uncover many wonderful wines that amazingly remain relatively unknown outside the region. My latest discovery: Kerner. The … Continue reading

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Ferrari Brut – Metodo Classico Sparkling Wine from Trento

Located in the hills right outside of Trento in the Valle d’Adige is a very unique DOC, the TRENTODOC. The signature wine of this DOC are white and rose sparkling wines, produced by the classic Champagne method (Metodo Classico), in … Continue reading

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Kellerei Cantina Terlan Wines – Classic Wines from Alto Adige

Located north of Bolzano, in the town of Terlano, the Cantina Terlan produces high quality wines in both the Terlano and Alto Adige DOC. Started in 1893 when 24 local growers united to jointly produce, sell and market their wines. … Continue reading

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Alto Adige Terlano Wine Zone: Wonderful, Crisp Whites from Northeastern Italy

This past summer I spent some time exploring the wine regions of Alto Adige. One stop on my tour, and a place we will return to on our Bike the Wine Roads of Trentino-Alto Adige bicycle holidays in 2012 is … Continue reading

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