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Italian red wine

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What is Sangiovese?

If you've ever ordered a Chianti, you've already met Sangiovese. It's the grape at the heart of Tuscany's best-known reds, and it's on the red list at Fiena, our family-run Italian cafe, bar and restaurant at 4 Medway Court, Judd Street, London WC1H 9QX, a few minutes' walk fr...

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What is Pinot Nero?

If you know Pinot Noir from Burgundy or New Zealand, you already know Pinot Nero: it's the same grape, under its Italian name. A bottle from Italy sits on th...

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What is Barolo?

Some wines are for a Tuesday lunch; Barolo is the kind of wine people save for a birthday, an anniversary or a celebration. It's the special-occasion red on ...

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What is Nero d'Avola?

If you like a red with plenty of fruit and warmth, there's a good chance you'll like Nero d'Avola. It's one of the Italian reds on the drinks list at Fiena, ...

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