Piemonte is Piemonte

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Written by Suzanne Hoffman
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I was delighted to read Will Lyon’s article in the Wall Street Journal – “Why Piemonte is the new Burgundy.” I’m always thrilled to see Piemonte get such positive, enthusiastic ink, particularly in the Journal. I’m even more delighted to see Punset amongst the list of recommended wines since it’s…

Courageous Women of Piemonte

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Written by Suzanne Hoffman
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I began my journey to write “A Labor of Love: Wine Family Women of Piemonte” when I discovered riveting stories about the courageous women of Piemonte. The first stories I heard were about Beatrice Rizzolio, grandmother of Giovanna Rizzolio of Cascina delle Rose. The courageous, brilliant woman is memorialized as…

A Labor of Love for Piemonte

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Many people experience a moment in their lives when they say to themselves, “I should write a book.” Sanity overtakes most of them. In my case, it did not.

Barbaresco comes to the Rockies

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Written by Suzanne Hoffman
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“Do you know Jeffrey Chilcott?” Marchesi di Grésy cellar master Jeffrey Chilcott in the vineyards of Valais Switzerland with winemaker Axel Maye. It’s a question many Anglophone oenophiles ask when discussing their winery adventures in Piemonte’s Langhe. Most often, the answer is “yes.” Those who answer affirmatively know the delights of…

Courting Sommelier Excellence

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Written by Suzanne Hoffman
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Sommeliers are gastronomic matchmakers, helping diners discover the perfect match for a chef’s creation from candidates presented on a restaurant’s wine list.

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Piemonte is Piemonte

Courageous Women of Piemonte

A Labor of Love for Piemonte

Barbaresco comes to the Rockies

Courting Sommelier Excellence

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