Per Kamperin

Being a dedicated ‘Barolophile’, I have seen that demand and appreciation for Nebbiolo has skyrocketed the last ten years. As prices have risen for the best Barolos and Barbarescos (the most famous Nebbiolo wines) wine-lovers have looked out for alternatives, but Nebbiolo, unlike many other grapes, has never really prospered outside (northwestern) Italy. The Nebbiolo grape has long been associated with the Piedmont region, but alpine regions like Valtellina in Lombardy offer an interesting alternative. Valtellina Within the Valtellina zone, where Nebbiolo is known as ”Chiavennasca”, the wines are defined by two basic quality levels. The base is the Valtellina, which generally tends to be light-bodied and tannic. A distinct step up, with richer textures and more complex flavors, is the Valtellina Superiore. Valtellina also produces ”Sforzato”, a powerful Amarone-style wine made of 100% dried grapes for added body and concentration. Valtellina is also one of the most dramatic v...

1988 Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Brut Vintage Rare. Rather dark colour and very little fizz. Mature, balanced and complex with a slight hint of mushrooms. Very good 🍾😊, but the drinking window is closing...   Rare Vintage 1988 This Vintage is made up from twenty villages all classified as Premiers or Grands Crus. They are located in the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims regions. The dominance and power comes from the Pinot Noir, which represents 68% of the blend. The finesse and elegance are achieved from a complement of 32% Chardonnay. The effervescence is both delicate and long lasting. The bouquet is fine and complex, strong in the aromas of dried fruits and flowers. There is an elegant harmony in the nose around toast and brioche notes. In the mouth, the wine is firm and well structured, with masses of substance and refinement. Such wine accompanies perfectly lobsters, scallops and sea fish. After a few more years of ageing, one would not hesit...

2005 Luigi Pira Barolo Vigna Rionda. Still rather dark colour, but with a slight orange/ brick edge. Truffles, roses, black fruit and tar with a hint of minerals. Oak a bit to prominent, but nice! Per Kamperin

The Brunkeberg Tunnel in Norrmalm, Stockholm, is a 231-metre-long passageway for pedestrians through the esker Brunkebergsåsen. The tunnel was inaugurated in 1886 by King Oscar II. Per Kamperin

2015 Nervi-Conterno, Gattinara, Piedmont. Cherry, smoke, spice, peach skin and tea leaf - an herbal bouquet reveals the beauty of the vintage. Terrific balance between acid and structure…  Per Kamperin

The Stockholm City Hall is one of Sweden’s most famous buildings, and one of the capital's most visited tourist attractions. It is famous for its grand ceremonial halls and unique pieces of art and is the venue of the Nobel Prize banquet held on 10th of December each year. It also houses offices for 200 people including the Municipal Council. Per Kamperin on Tumblr....

Riddarholmen  ( Swedish: "The Knights' Islet") is a small  islet  in central  Stockholm ,  Sweden . The island forms part of  Gamla Stan , the old town, and houses a number of private palaces dating back to the 17th century. The main landmark is the church  Riddarholmskyrkan , used as Sweden's royal burial church from the 17th century to 1950, and where a number of earlier  Swedish monarchs  also lie buried. Per Kamperin on Flickr...