How to Buy Piedmont Without Getting Burned

Great Piedmont wine can be one of the most rewarding purchases in all of Italian wine, or an expensive disappointment if you don't know what to look for. Saturday's practical episode covers the vintages worth seeking right now, the difference between the region's estate producers and larger merchant houses, the price tiers that represent genuine value at every budget, and exactly what to say to a sommelier or wine shop staffer to get a great Piedmont recommendation without overpaying.