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Viticultura regenerativa: cómo está transformando las regiones vitivinícolas del mundo.

Viticultura regenerativa: cómo está transformando las regiones vitivinícolas del mundo.

Publicado el 2026/08/04

Camina por un viñedo regenerativo en octubre y notarás lo que falta antes de que esté presente. No hay suelo naranja desnudo entre las filas. No hay olor a químicos. Casi no hay sonido de maquinaria. Lo que verás en su lugar es una alfombra verde baja de cultivos de cobertura entre las vides,...

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Los rincones más frescos del Riesling: regiones preparadas para el calor de agosto.

Los rincones más frescos del Riesling: regiones preparadas para el calor de agosto.

Publicado el 2026/07/29

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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Patrimonio vitivinícola protegido por la UNESCO en Francia

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. Among the heritage sites identified by UNESCO around the world, many of them are linked to wine-making traditions. There are quite...

Gewürztraminer

Gewürztraminer is a grape with a complex sweetness and low acidity. It grows in colder climates, has a pinkish skin and strong aroma potential. Gewürztraminer is known for a revealing lychee scent with floral notes of tropical fruits. The grape is characterized by its high level of natural sugar...

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Los regalos perfectos para San Valentín

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate than a classic dinner for two? The soft glow from lit candles, pristine linen napkins, soft instrumental jazz and a warm fuzzy ambience. Anticipation is in the air… but what’s in the glass? What is the best wine for...

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carménère

Carménère is a French red grape that originates from Bordeaux and was long thought to be extinct. It is a grape with dark skin, medium tannins, and medium body. On palate, one can find notes of red and black fruits. Also, Carménère has a distinct aroma of peppers thanks to the high levels of...

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pinot negro

Pinot Noir is often described with aromas of red berries such as cherries or raspberries and spices such as cloves or mushrooms, depending on the origin. It is a wine with a light to medium body, low level of tannins, and medium acidity. Unlike other grapes, Pinot Noir prefers cooler climates,...

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garnacha

Grenache in French, or also known as Garnacha in Spanish, is a late ripening red grape. The vine is strong, which makes it resistant to wind and even drought. In this grape we can find red fruit flavors with hints of white pepper. The acidity and tannins of this grape tend to go towards the lower...

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Tempranillo

Tempranillo is the main grape in the Spanish wine region of Rioja. In other Spanish regions it could be found under the names Tinto Fino, Tinta del País, Aragones, Valdepeñas, or Tinta de Toro. Tempranillo is also grown in Portugal, where it is included in Port wine under the name Tinta Roriz....

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Sauvignon blanco

As the name itself indicates, Sauvignon 'Blanc' is a white grape variety. An immensely popular variety with unique, herbaceous taste thanks to aromatic substances that are also found in peppers. It is impossible not to notice its fruity acidity with flavors that remind us of passion fruit, grape,...

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Festivales del vino en España: tu guía para 2024

Imagine wandering through ancient vineyards and historic towns, each festival offering a unique blend of tradition, laughter, and the exquisite flavours of Spanish wines. From the vibrant energy of La Rioja to the sun-kissed landscapes of Andalusia, these festivals are more than just events;...

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Syrah

Syrah, or Shiraz, is a vine grape with a dark skin. Syrah wine has full body and a high level of roughness. Over the years, it has become the most planted grape variety on Australian vineyards. The taste profile depends on the climate where the grape grows: dark berries (such as blackberries and...

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Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc wine has medium body and good acidity. Thanks to its robustness, Cabernet Franc grape variety is well known for producing high quality wines. Cabernet Franc from cooler climates usually gives higher acidity, while wines from warmer zones give us sweet flavors such as strawberries...

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Merlot

Merlot is the most widely planted grape variety in Bordeaux. You can taste Merlot as a single grape wine but also often blended with Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot main descriptors include: medium-bodied flavors of cherries, plums and notes of chocolate. There are two notable styles of Merlot. The...

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Festivales del vino en Francia: guía para 2024

If you love wine and fun times, this is your perfect guide for wine festivals in 2025. France is famous for its amazing wines and each region has its own special festival. Think of sipping wine under the French sun, surrounded by beautiful vineyards. Cool, right? In this guide, we'll take you...

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Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is said to be the most planted grape in the world until 1990. Cabernet Sauvignon is typically described as a full-bodied wine, rich in tannins and with a noticeable acidity. This makes it an excellent wine to age as it brings new flavors when paired with oak. Where is Cabernet...

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Las 10 mejores experiencias de cata de vinos para vivir en 2024

Wineries around the world offer wine tasting experiences for all ranges of prices and to showcase their best wines. We at WineTourism.com love wine tastings and think that there is no better way to learn the history and tradition of a winery if not by drinking their wines, but why not look for...

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the world's most popular grapes grown in virtually all parts of the world. The grape's success owes much to its balanced palate that embraces the flavors of the terroir and the talent of the winemaker. Where is Chardonnay from? Chardonnay originates from Burgundy and takes...

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Festivales del vino en Italia: guía para 2024

Los festivales del vino en Italia celebran verdaderamente la rica herencia vitivinícola del país, ofreciendo a los visitantes la oportunidad de degustar vinos de clase mundial, disfrutar de las tradiciones locales y sumergirse en la vibrante cultura de cada región. En 2025, los amantes del vino...

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