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Wines of Puglia are Quite Exciting, Especially There!

Puglia is a very fine wine growing region that really does not get the attention it deserves. The major white grape produced there, Fiona, has all the characteristics that you want in an exceptional white wine, and the reds grown in Puglia, Negroamaro, Aglianico and Primitivo make very fine rich and robust wines.

We had the good fortune to be invited to the grand inauguration of the new Zonin estate, Masseria Altemura, on the Salento peninsula in Puglia. This area has become a very hot property over the last few years as more wine and food lovers are delighted by all this region has to offer. These wines are absolutely worth seeking out.

 Our visit was based out of the precious medieval city of Lecce where we stayed at the fabulous Patria Palace Hotel.

Our Visit to Masseria Altemura Estate

For the Inauguration Event, October 13, 2012  Salento, Puglia, It.

 

Over 5 years of exacting work and devotion to centuries of tradition led to this day.

The inauguration of Masseria Altumera, in the heart of the Salento Peninsula was a most memorable event and inspiring experience.

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Feudo di Principi Butera, the Place, the People, the Food and the Wine

It was a long trip from Lecce, Puglia, to Butera, Sicily, I was weary. I imagine like travelers who may have come here in 1543, to celebrate Ambrogio Bracinforte’s nomination as Lord of Feudo Principi di Butera by King Philip of Spain. The Bracinforte family went on to become one of the Sicily’s most powerful.

As we entered the rustic entry gate and approached the main house, I felt a new breath of life, a palatable excitement that grew as I took in the rich ambiance of the property.

Over the next 18 hours we feasted on a bounty of sights, sounds, scents and flavors; charming words and beautiful colors.

Earl's Beer and Cheese & The Lexington Social Wine Bar - Upper Upper East Side

By Dana Polansky

Earl’s Beer and Cheese on the Upper East Side is a hidden gem worth the trek. Seemingly out of place in the upper ‘90s, Earl’s caters to a varied crowd of beer appreciators and cheese lovers.  Earl's serves up delicious childhood favorites with a twist.

The beers served at Earl’s are chosen with specific intent to complement each dish.