Welcome to Episode 1890 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this Italian Grape Geek series we explore personal stories of travel and tasting with Italy’s must know grape varieties.  In this episode, Paul Bologna geeks out on Bosco and Arneis, exploring the origins, history and characteristics of the grape, sharing personal connections with wines made from this variety.  Chart your own course with My Italian Grape Geek Journal, your personal tasting companion to accompany the series. Support the show by donating at www.italianwinepodcast.com.  Donate five euros or more and we’ll send you a copy of our latest book, My Italian Grape Geek Journal. Absolutely free! To get your free copy of My Italian Grape Geek Journal, click support us at www.italianwinepodcast.com or wherever you get your pods.  More about today’s host: Paul is a native to Southern California and a graduate of UCLA with a degree in Economics and began his wine career working in Napa Valley and then started a long fruitful career working as a sommelier for the JW Marriott and the Ritz-Carlton resort brands. Paul has had many wine experiences in Italy from working in production to taking UC Davis students on tours to wine estates. He is now a VIA wine ambassador and is looking forward to spreading the word about the quality of Italian wines as he explores all 20 regions of Italy and the native grapes found in each area. Connect: Instagram: bologna_paul _______________________________   Let's keep in touch! Follow us on our social media channels: Instagram www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/  Until next time, Cin Cin!  Remember to follow us so that you won't miss an episode of the Italian Grape Geek Podcast!