There is a specific hour in October when Nebbiolo makes complete sense. It is dawn, or just before it. You are somewhere in the Langhe hills — Barolo, or Barbaresco, or Roero — and the valleys below have filled overnight with a thick white fog that reaches almost to your feet. Only the tops of...
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Pour a glass of amber wine into good light and the first thing you notice is that the color is wrong. It should be pale straw, or green-gold, or the buttery yellow of a Chardonnay. Instead it is amber — the color of tea steeped too long, or of honey held up to a window. Take a sip and the second...
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Walk into a regenerative vineyard in October and you will notice what is missing before that is there. There is no bare orange soil between the rows. No smell of chemicals. Almost no sound of machinery. What you will see instead is a low green carpet of cover crops between the vines, wildflowers...
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You are standing on a slate slope above a river in August. The vineyard runs almost vertical. The Mosel curves below like a green ribbon. It is 22°C, there is a breeze coming off the water, and someone has poured you a glass of Riesling that is 10.5% alcohol and tastes like citrus zest,...
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Summer is when a wine trip becomes something else. The days are longer. Lunches run into afternoons. Tastings that would end at four in October run until seven, and by then someone has brought out olives and bread and the sun is still on the terrace. The best wineries know this. They plan for it....
Read More about "Traveler Favourites: 5 Wineries to Visit This Summer"Grüner Veltliner is a grape that is native to Austria: it is their most famous and the most planted grape variety. The grape has white skin, high acidity, medium body, and few tannins. Grüner Veltliner is characterised by such aromas as grapefruit and lemon zest. Grüner Veltliner wines are light...
Picture this: you’re in the center of London in the hustle and bustle. You check out of your hotel, roll your suitcase to the tube station, brushing shoulders with countless people on the street before you head underground to catch your train. In a little over an hour, you emerge from the train...
Between the provinces of Florence and Siena, and a small portion of the provinces of Arezzo and Pisa, lies one of the most unique and iconic wine regions in Italy — Chianti. Few wine regions can rival the majesty and grandeur of this Italian idyll with its rural heart still beating strong. Words...
Torrontés is a white grape with medium acidity, few tannins, and medium-light body. Originally, it comes from Argentina and although Torrontés gives a very aromatic white wine, it is also quite dry. This grape variety is often compared with such ones as Muscat or Chardonnay. In Torrontés we can...
The complete guide to red wines Did you know that moderate consumption of red wine is better for your health than no red wine at all? Then what are you waiting for, get yourself a glass and a bottle of nice red wine to increase your lifetime expectation (always drink in moderation,...
Sangiovese is a wine grape with dark skin of Italian origin. It is the charachteristic grape of Tuscany region as it is the most widely planted grape there. Sangiovese wine usually has medium body, medium acidity and medium tannins. No matter where this grape variety is grown, the taster can...
Top-10 red wine regions to visit in 2024 Who’s already planning their 2023 summer holidays like us? We’re sure that many of you are browsing the internet to get ideas for your next trip so we’re here to help, especially those of you who are looking for a holiday destination that can provide also...
Dolcetto is a dark skin grape that ripens relatively early. This grape variety has low level of tannins, medium body and low acidity. Dolcetto makes a variety of soft and fruity wines. It is slightly spicy and usually described with black fruit flavors like blackberries. Where is Dolcetto from?...
Nebbiolo is originally from Italy. It is a red grape variety usually used in production of full-bodied red wines. Nebbiolo has medium acidity and good tannic structure. Nebbiolo wines are known for fruity flavors and flower aromas such as anise, roses, cherries, and wild herbs. Where is Nebbiolo...
Easter is a time for egg hunts and chocolate in all its varieties, but that's not all. It is also a wonderful weekend for planning a good family feast. There are plenty of gastronomy ideas for Easter dinner. However, lamb is traditionally the favorite Easter entrée, yet other meals are also...
Sparkling wines are always about the refinement and lightness of the wine along with the richness and depth of taste. It is a delightful drink that marks a celebration of our special days. However, there must be some question marks behind these fuzzy, fabulous bubbles that bring so much joy. So,...
Semillon is a grape variety native to Bordeaux region. It is one of the most widely planted grapes in France. The skin is white and the grape has few tannins, medium acidity, medium body and almost oily consistency. Depending on its origin, we can find flavors of lemon, pear, or papaya. In...
Pinot Gris in French, or also known as Pinot Grigio in Italian, is a mutation of Pinot Noir - it is a grape with few tannins and medium acidity. No matter where the grapes are grown, in Pinot Gris wines you will find flavors of citrus, green apple, and white peach. The high acidity in Pinot Gris...
UNESCO World Heritage Sites are places, cities, entire regions and monuments that have been declared as having a universal value for humanity and future generations. As a result of the uniqueness of each protected site, we are able to remember some of the greatest natural and man-made wonders of...
The days are growing warmer, and soon the pleasant summer will arrive – it's time to move to white wines! A perfect pairing for a vacation to the countryside and a lively party before dawn, a romantic dinner or Sunday brunch. White wine has always been linked with elegance and refinement. We...
International Riesling Day, celebrated annually on March 13, is a toast to the versatile and delightful Riesling grape. On this day, wine lovers around the globe savour Rieslings from renowned regions, appreciating their bright, aromatic profile. Riesling, known for producing wines with diverse...
This year, for International Women’s Day, we decided to introduce you to innovative, hardworking and fierce female winemakers that run some of our partner wineries. The Story of the “Yellow Widow”Madame Ponsardin takes over one of the most important Champagne housesIn the past, female figures...
The Mosel river (or Moselle, depending on which side of it you are) is more than 550km long and it passes through three European countries: France, Luxembourg and Germany. Along its valley in all three countries, the river creates a very fertile and favourable terroir for the cultivation of...
The California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance is an American organization that works to sustainability certify wineries in California. California is the world's fourth-largest wine region, which also means that wine production has a major impact on the surrounding environment. The...
Malbec is a grape of French origin which was introduced in Argentina in 1868. It has dark skin, full body, medium tannins, and medium acidity. Malbec from France has clearer texture and balanced tannins, while Argentinian Malbec tends to be fruitier and with a softer finish. This grape variety...
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