Author: enotecaMarcella

I am a Wine Journalist & Marketing Consultant with over 15 years of experience in the industry and a background in market research. I've earned the WSET Diploma and Sommelier Certification from the Guild. My upcoming personal projects will focus on natural wines, but stay rooted in Italian wine, my first passion.

Next Stop: Domenico Clerico

Posted on by enotecaMarcella in Campania, Emilia-Romagna, Nebbiolo-focus, Piemonte, Sicilia, Veneto

Notes from February 20, 2010. I’m putting him at the top of my list for my next trip!  Maybe he’ll take me in for a taste at Vinitaly this year… I had never had any of his wines, except for L’Arte 2003 back on my very first night (ever) in Barolo. But after returning from Italy … Continue reading Next Stop: Domenico Clerico →

Valtellina

Posted on by enotecaMarcella in Lombardia, Nebbiolo-focus

Notes from my visits on December 21, 2009. It all started with an email from my very good friend and fellow oenophile, Will, early last year.  “Have you ever heard of this place, or had these wines?  The Sforzato wines of Valtellina, from dried Nebbiolo grapes grown in the shadow of the Alps, retain the brightness of … Continue reading Valtellina →

a little domestic Barbera and Dolcetto

Posted on by enotecaMarcella in Estranged-Italian-Grapes, Piemonte

Scott Harvey is one of my favorite Sierra Foothills producers.  He makes some great Zins and I remember being impressed by his Barberas in the past.  Recently I acquired his 2007 Amador County J&S Reserve Barbera and was excited to open it.  But unfortunately it tasted just like Zinfandel. Scott Harvey J&S Reserve 2007 Barbera. … Continue reading a little domestic Barbera and Dolcetto →

Piero Busso, Bruno Giacosa, e Mauro Veglio

Posted on by enotecaMarcella in Nebbiolo-focus, Piemonte

Notes from my visits on December 17, 2009. Is it possible that I could get tired of Nebbiolo? Well I never considered such a phenomenon until I awoke on my fourth morning in Piemonte, thinking, “I am burnt out.  How can I get excited about drinking more Barbaresco before today’s first tasting appointment - at 10am!?” … Continue reading Piero Busso, Bruno Giacosa, e Mauro Veglio →

Enoteca San Marco, Las Vegas

Posted on by enotecaMarcella in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Piemonte, Sicilia

I was reluctant to get too excited about dining out in Las Vegas.  I mean, I knew I could definitely pick out a restaurant that had interesting food and a great wine list (I had volunteered for the task), but would the pretentiousness kill the experience?  I am totally over the whole pretentious dining thing. … Continue reading Enoteca San Marco, Las Vegas →

Mavericks

Posted on by enotecaMarcella in Piemonte

Last Wednesday I went to Mavericks for the first time ever. If you're from Santa Cruz, you don't need an explanation. If you're not: (http://www.maverickssurf.com/) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mavericks_(location)). In some ways I’m ashamed to admit this as a native Santa Cruzan.  But really, in all honesty, after living here off and on for 24 years, I like … Continue reading Mavericks →