This month we’re enjoying the wines of Southern Italy as our Wine Focus topic. This region was settled by the ancient Greeks even before the Romans came, and arguably hosts Italy’s oldest wine culture.

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A decent sparkling wine that won’t break the bank is a rational way to welcome in the New Year and see out the Old. I think at least 99 percent of us can agree on this.

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The first day of Winter and a less-than-stellar economy prompts Richard Fadeley to haul out the bubbly.

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