Grape Varietals
A complete guide to Verduzzo Passito, the amber dessert wine from Veneto and Friuli. Taste profile, the Ramandolo DOCG connection, traditional Friulian pairings, and how to enjoy it at home in Japan.
A complete guide to Grenache, the variety behind Provence rosé and Spanish Garnacha. Taste profile, regional styles, winemaking, pairing with Japanese food, and how to choose a bottle.
Inzolia (also called Insolia or Ansonica) is one of Sicily's signature dry white wines. Tasting profile, regions, why it pairs so well with Japanese food, and the bottle I recommend, from an Italian importer pouring across Tokyo.
A plain-language guide to Nascetta: its character, flavor, and food pairings. A rare, characterful Piedmont white revived from near-extinction, with a recommended bottle.
A plain-language guide to Arneis: its character, flavor, and food pairings. An aromatic Piedmont white revived from near-extinction, with a recommended bottle.
A plain-language guide to Dolcetto: its character, flavor, and food pairings. A soft, easy-drinking dry Piedmont red enjoyed daily, with a recommended bottle.