Category: Wine
Fattoria di Montemaggio is the sponsor of Synergy GT in the Sailing Series®
June 7, 2016
This year Fattoria di Montemaggio sponsors the Russian team, Synergy GT, in the Melges 20 Championship of the Sailing Series®, one of the most prestigious sailing events in the world. The Melges 20 Championship of the Sailing Series® consists of several stages that are held in some of the most beautiful holiday villages in Italy: Porto Venere, Porto Ercole, Talamone, Riva del Garda, and Scarlino. Launched officially on April 15th at Porto Venere, one of the most beautiful villages of the Golf of Poets in Liguria, the following stages of the Championship took place in two gorgeous towns of the Argentario area near Grosseto… read more
Understanding the Body of Wine
April 20, 2016
When you think about the body of wine, your mind immediately goes to the bottle in which the wine is carried. However, if you’re rapidly becoming a connoisseur of this heavenly elixir, then you know that the body of wine is not something that can be explained as easily as that. The term body is a very essential part of explaining the characteristics of wine. Generally used to determine the ‘fullness’ of the flavor, the body of a wine is described as the overall feel of it in your mouth. Wine body is characterized into three categories; light body, medium… read more
What Goes into Your Glass of Wine?
April 15, 2016
The phrase “a thing of beauty is a joy forever” was most certainly meant for a glass of wine. Wine is one of the most beautiful concoctions of natural and chemical ingredients in the world and is one which can transport a drinker through worlds of flavor with just one sip of their favorite Chianti wine. Made from the chemical compounds that give wine a unique taste, the taste can also be very addicting and flavorsome. However, for those who dedicate their life to loving it, wine presents much more than just a complex flavor; it presents a science of… read more
The Diet Factor of Red Italian Wine
March 25, 2016
With a splash of red Chianti wine in your glass, you automatically feel relaxed as the luscious red glistens under the light. With one sip, the smoothness of the wine slides down, spreading your insides with a warmth that one can only get from a much-needed glass at the end of the day. Wine has that effect on people. Full-bodied and aromatic, the right Italian red wine from Montemaggio can do just the job of relaxing you while titillating your senses. However, for those who are more concerned about their weight than their sense of relaxation, one fact can cause… read more
The Aging of Wine – A Short Guide
February 4, 2016
Ask any wine amateur about aging wine and they’ll tell you that it’s something to do with taste, but is that all there is? We’ve all heard the phrase “wines get better with age”, but not a lot of people know what that entails. The concept of old wines and new wines have always been a part of what makes the wine either taste flat or amazing. But can the aging of a wine really have such an effect on taste? Now, wines weren’t originally made to last, as displayed by the fact that only 3% of the wines in… read more
The Beauty of Rosé Wine
January 26, 2016
The pink tinge of the beautiful Rosé is enough to convert even the most stoic of non-drinkers. Rosé wine has always been a favorite for those who wanted to taste something that fell between the fruitiness of red wine and the acidity of white wine. Less intense than the red tannic and more sharp than a super-light white, the Rosé wine has taken over the world of wine connoisseurs and is now regarded as a status symbol by all who want an incredibly desirable drink which is just beautiful enough to look murderously expensive. Best obtained from the fields of… read more
Olive Oil for the Soul
January 10, 2016
The benefits of olive oil are seemingly endless. From beauty purposes to health remedies, olive oil has been used for numerous different purposes and has long been touted as one of the healthiest oils that could substitute the regular fats that we consume in our daily lives. However, do we actually know why olive oil is so beneficial for us? Beyond the wonderful flavor, olive oil is known to be naturally free of any trans-fat, cholesterol, salt, sugar or gluten. It is essential for those who want to have a balanced diet without having to miss out on the wonderful… read more
Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil Might Just Be The Healthiest Addition To Your Diet
November 19, 2015
Olive Oil vs. Extra Olive Oil – The Healthiest Fat On Earth Olive oil is typically that which is extracted by applying pressure on the olives. It is this extraction method thatseparates conventional olive oil from the extra virgin form. While olive oil can be generated using unnatural and chemical means, extra virgin oil is extracted using only the most natural methods. The oil is then standardized for purity and some sensory features like taste and smell. As a result, extra virgin olive oil has a distinctive and exceptional taste, high in phenolic antioxidants – one of the primary reasons… read more
Food and wine pairing fundamentals
August 6, 2015
Most people get confused when they are pairing wine and they don’t understand where they should start. They get stuck between whether they should pair food to the wine or they should pair wine to the food. I agree, it can be a little confusing when you don’t know a lot about food and wine pairings. Frankly, it is a fair shake. You should start with whatever inspires you more, whether it is the wine or the food. Always remember, “Cooking is basically a proper balance of acid, fat, sweet and salt.” So it is the balance that really matters… read more