Empson USA
Import & Export in Alexandria, VA
Arriving in Milan in 1970, it became apparent to the couple that few, if any, of the wonderful wines they were discovering ever reached the merchants abroad. Discerning palates the world over did not realize they were being denied most of the truly fine Italian wines, the most of which did not even get beyond the border. The Italians were insular, content with a market sufficient to eventually absorb their production. It was the time of the quality revolution, with producers embracing new technological advances.
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read moreWhen it comes to celebrating Champagne has been the long-time standby, but in the past ten years, a newcomer to the Sparkling scene has been making waves. Italy's Franciacorta is from the northern part of Italy. So pop and bottle and celebrate these ten facts about Franciacorta that you probably didn't know. Italy's answer to Champagne, it is made using the traditional method, exclusively from grapes grown in the Franciacorta wine zone. Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco (up to 50% allowed) and now, since 2017, Erbamat (up to 10%), a local grape, can be used.
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