Kerin O’Keefe
O’Keefe moved to Italy in 1991, wrote regularly on Italian wine for Decanter, as well as for World of Fine Wine and on winesearcher.com. She is a former contributing editor for Wine News magazine, and is the author of Franco Biondi Santi: The Gentleman of Brunello (Veronelli Editore, 2005), a recipient of a Gourmand Wine Book Award. Her latest two books are Brunello di Montalcino: Understanding and Appreciating One of Italy’s Greatest Wines (University of California Press, 2012) and Barolo and Barbaresco: the King and Queen of Italian Wine (University of California Press, 2014).
Recent Articles and Reviews
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Piedmont’s Underdog Reds: 5 Native Grapes That Aren’t Nebbiolo July 26, 2022 Learn why interest is growing for these indigenous Italian varietals—plus discover some bottles to try. -
Inside the Iconic Red Blends of Bolgheri July 20, 2022 From classic blends to rebel varietals, Tuscany's superstar region is known for its iconic red… -
Biondi Santi Owners Acquire Renowned Chianti Classico Estate Isole e Olena June 2, 2022 French investment group EPI has acquired Isole e Olena, one of the most celebrated estates… -
The Making of a 100-Point Wine: A Brunello with Longevity from a Historic Producer May 25, 2022 One of Montalcino's most historic estates has created an exceptional 2016 Brunello, writes Kerin O'Keefe.…
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Francone 2021 Magia (Roero Arneis) Lightly scented, this has delicate aromas recalling wild herbs, hay and orchard fruit. Full-bodied and… 89 Points $25
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Gianni Tessari 2020 Perinato Pigno (Soave Classico) Aromas of oak, yellow apple and chamomile follow over to the polished palate along with… 89 Points $28
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Girlan 2021 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige) This has aromas of ripe pear and sun-warmed hay. The fresh palate offers mature yellow… 89 Points $20
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Le Contesse 2021 Brut Rosé (Prosecco) Aromas of citrus and peach carry over to the palate along with grapefruit and hints… 89 Points N/A