Joel | July 21, 2009
Gaja Magari 2006, Toscana IGT
Magàri is one of those Italian words that has several meanings:
“I wish !”, “if only..”, “maybe / perhaps”.
“Of course !”, “you wish !” or “you bet !!!”.
All are pretty fair translations.
But magàri’s specific meaning is really defined by situation - one needs context to truly understand.
I don’t know for sure if [...]
Category: $$$ ($50+ ), Bolgheri, Tuscany, Uncategorized, Wine |
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Tags: Merlot, Sauvignon
Joel | March 25, 2009
Mosaic artists of infinite patience have long decorated interiors and architectural spaces throughout Italy. Piecing together small bits of stone, “smalti” in Italian, mosaics tell of their ancient stories and perhaps envision future ones. A mosaic of Piedmont varietal and terrior, the wines of Icardi reveal to us the past and remind us of the [...]
Category: $ (Under $25), $$ ($25-$50), $$$ ($50+ ), Featured Producers, Piedmont, Uncategorized |
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Tags: Cortese, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo
