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About the drunken cyclist

I have been an occasional cycling tour guide in Europe for the past 20 years, visiting most of the wine regions of France. Through this "job" I developed a love for wine and the stories that often accompany the pulling of a cork. I live in Houston with my lovely wife and two wonderful sons.

Ferghettina Wines: Discovering Italy’s Sparkling Treasure

Posted on August 8, 2025 by the drunken cyclist

After my first, and somewhat failed, attempt to do some wine tasting in Franciacorta, I had set up a couple of appointments for the following day, a day I also had a three-plus-hour drive to Alba, my next destination. The … Continue reading →

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