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March 25, 2026By Robert FlowerGrower reports

Regional Grower Reports

I’ve added a Growers Report section to the website to help better understand what goes on behind the bottle. Instead of relying on broad vintage summaries, it brings together factual, year by year insights on weather, vineyard decisions, and harvest conditions in specific regions.

February 25, 2026By Robert FlowerItaly, Save For Later

Comm. G.B. Burlotto Barbera d’Alba 2022

Comm. G.B. Burlotto has emerged as one of Piedmont’s most respected traditional estates, guided today by Fabio Alessandria, the great great grandson of the founder. Based in Verduno, the family has produced wine since the mid nineteenth century and remains known for its classical approach

February 22, 2025By Robert FlowerDrink Now, Italy, Save For Later

Arianna Occhipinti SP68 Rosso 2022

Arianna Occhipinti is the niece of Giusto Occhipinti, the renowned winemaker behind COS wines, which are widely regarded as among the finest in Sicily. Her journey into winemaking began unexpectedly in 1998 when, at the age of 16, she accompanied her uncle to Vinitaly for four days.