In the world of wine, few professionals command the respect and admiration that Sommelier Guglielmo Rocchiccioli does. With a career spanning several decades, Rocchiccioli has become a pivotal figure in the wine industry, known for his expertise, dedication, and ability to elevate the wine experience for enthusiasts and novices alike.Born in Italy, a country synonymous […]
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The History of Israeli WineIsraeli wine-making stretches back thousands of years, and wine culture provides the backdrop for many notable events in the Torah and Old Testament. Similar to Greece, the vine was central to many religious observances and customs. As a result, Israel led the ancient world in grape growing, winemaking, and amphora production.
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Ms. Vida has managed to juggle a demanding job in hospitality and raise two boys at the same time, thus her brand name ‘MomSomm.’
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VINO ESPUMOSO NATURAL BRUT CHARDONNAY – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 13,5%VISUAL ANALYSIS: brilliant, straw yellow colour and as for the bubbles, they are fine, numerous and persistent.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: yeast, soap, white chocolate, tangerine, orange, yellow peach, vanilla, majoram and daisies.GUSTATIVE ANALYSIS: the softness is
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SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVA – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 2009 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: limpid, intense straw yellow and as concerns the structure, it is quite thick.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: herbs, almonds, yellow plum and elder.GUSTATIVE ANALYSIS: the alcoholic sensation is light warm, the softness
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PIZZORNO RESERVA – VINO ESPUMOSO NATURAL BRUT NATURE – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: brilliant, straw yellow with golden reflexes and the bubbles are quite fine, numerous and persistent.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: yeast, bread crust, flour, butter, lemon orange blossom and curry.GUSTATIVE ANALYSIS: the softness
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TINTO RESERVA – TANNAT 60% / CABERNET SAUVIGNON 30% / MERLOT 10% – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 2010 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: limpid, ruby with purple reflections and as for consistency, it is quite thick.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: green pepper, grass, olive, black cherry, stewed fruit, liquorice,
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PIZZORNO TANNAT RESERVA – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 2008 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: limpid, ruby with purple reflexes and an important body.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: green wood, green pepper, unripe cherry, olives, wax, pomegranate, carob, mushroom, cacao and acacia wood.GUSTATIVE ANALYSIS: as regards the alcoholic sensation, it is
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TINTO RESERVA – TANNAT 60% / CABERNET SAUVIGNON 30% / MERLOT 10% – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 2010 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: limpid, ruby with purple reflections and as for consistency, it is quite thick.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: green pepper, grass, olive, black cherry, stewed fruit, liquorice,
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TIERRA ALTA VARIETALES – TANNAT – BODEGA SPINOGLIO – CAMINO MENDOZA 8238 – MONTEVIDEO – I.NA.VI. 310 2009 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: limpid, ruby with purple red reflections and endowed of a good body.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: red fruit, blueberry jam, olives, wild rose, grass and a toasted smell.GUSTATIVE ANALYSIS: a dry wine with a medium alcoholic dryness; quite soft and quite fresh
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ON PRÓSPERO SAUVIGNON BLANC – PIZZORNO 1910 FAMILY ESTATES – PIZZORNO WINERY – RUTA 32 – KM 23 – CANELÓN CHICO – I.NA.VI. 963 2010 13%VISUAL ANALYSIS: crystal clear, straw yellow with silverfish reflections and a nice body.OLFACTORY ANALYSIS: tomate leaf, lemon, cat’s pee and daisy.GUSTATIVE ANALYSIS: the wine is dry and the alcoholic sensation is medium warm; the
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