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Pinotage

Pinotage

Posted on 2024/03/12

Pinotage, a distinctive South African grape variety, is a captivating fusion of Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Developed in the early 20th century, it thrives in the nation's diverse terroirs. Known for its inky hue and complex flavors, Pinotage offers a medley of red and dark fruits—cherry, plum, and...

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Nero d'Avola

Nero d'Avola

Posted on 2024/03/12

Nero d'Avola, a prominent Sicilian grape variety, yields wines brimming with rich character. Native to the sun-drenched island, this red grape produces wines with deep color, robust body, and a medley of dark fruit flavors such as plum, black cherry, and blackberry. Often referred to as...

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Muscat grape

Muscat grape

Posted on 2024/03/12

Muscat wine, renowned for its distinct and aromatic profile, stems from the Muscat grape family. With origins dating back to ancient times, Muscat wines encompass a captivating array of styles, from dry to sweet. Their hallmark is the unmistakable floral and fruity bouquet, often exuding notes...

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Barbera

Barbera

Posted on 2024/03/12

Barbera grapes, renowned for their vibrant character, thrive in the rolling vineyards of Italy. Originating in the Piedmont region, these grapes yield wines cherished for their lively acidity, deep color, and approachable nature. The Barbera varietal is often celebrated for its versatility,...

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Wine Festivals to Attend in 2024

Wine Festivals to Attend in 2024

Posted on 2024/02/06

Wine Festivals to Attend in 2024 Wine festivals abound and almost every wine region around the world has its own one. In one way or another, wine events are always connected with local traditions, music, gastronomy, and of course wine. A wine evemt might be dedicated to local wineries, one or...

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Pinotage

Pinotage, a distinctive South African grape variety, is a captivating fusion of Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Developed in the early 20th century, it thrives in the nation's diverse terroirs. Known for its inky hue and complex flavors, Pinotage offers a medley of red and dark fruits—cherry, plum, and...

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Nero d'Avola

Nero d'Avola, a prominent Sicilian grape variety, yields wines brimming with rich character. Native to the sun-drenched island, this red grape produces wines with deep color, robust body, and a medley of dark fruit flavors such as plum, black cherry, and blackberry. Often referred to as...

Posted in Grape varieties

Muscat grape

Muscat wine, renowned for its distinct and aromatic profile, stems from the Muscat grape family. With origins dating back to ancient times, Muscat wines encompass a captivating array of styles, from dry to sweet. Their hallmark is the unmistakable floral and fruity bouquet, often exuding notes...

Posted in Grape varieties

Barbera

Barbera grapes, renowned for their vibrant character, thrive in the rolling vineyards of Italy. Originating in the Piedmont region, these grapes yield wines cherished for their lively acidity, deep color, and approachable nature. The Barbera varietal is often celebrated for its versatility,...

Posted in Grape varieties

Wine Festivals to Attend in 2024

Wine Festivals to Attend in 2024 Wine festivals abound and almost every wine region around the world has its own one. In one way or another, wine events are always connected with local traditions, music, gastronomy, and of course wine. A wine evemt might be dedicated to local wineries, one or...

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Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot, a captivating and distinctive red grape variety, plays a unique and intriguing role in the world of winemaking. Originally hailing from the Bordeaux region of France, it's often referred to as the "hidden gem" due to its historical use as a blending component, adding depth and...

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Mourvedre

Mourvèdre, a captivating red grape varietal, exudes its charm predominantly in the Mediterranean vineyards. Native to Spain, it thrives in arid climates, ripening late and revealing its full splendor. Also known as Monastrell in Spain and Mataro in Australia, this grape boasts thick-skinned...

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Malvasia

Malvasia is a grape variety that has enchanted wine lovers for centuries. With its origins deeply rooted in the Mediterranean, Malvasia has traversed continents, leaving a trail of exceptional wines of feasible colour in dry, sparkling and sweet styles.   Malvasia is a wine that comes...

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Picpoul

Picpoul, also known as Piquepoul, is a historical white grape variety widely grown in the South of France, particularly in the Languedoc region. It has an remarkable ability to retain its freshness and acidity even in the hot and arid climate of Southern France. Picpoul wines produced today are...

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Negroamaro

Negroamaro, often called the “ King of Salento” , stands as a bold and mysterious grape, intertwining with centuries-old winemaking traditions in southern Italy’s Puglia region. Its lineage traces back to Roman antiquity. This dark-skinned grape variety is renowned for crafting high-quality,...

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Asian Food and Wine - A Journey to the East

All throughout history, Asia has always represented a large, sprawling continent, rich in traditions old and new and thoroughly impossible to reduce to a single country or population. Traditionally spanning from the Turkish peninsula to the island coasts of Japan and from the frozen Siberian...

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Pasta and Wine Pairing

When it comes to culinary delights, few combinations are as classic and satisfying as pasta and wine. The harmony between these two culinary staples can elevate a meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're indulging in a simple bowl of spaghetti or savouring a rich lasagna, the right...

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