For most, the gateway to Ica is Lima – Peru’s capital and the closest airport. Arriving in Lima, you might not know what to expect of Peru’s wine region. The bustling metropolis of a city doesn’t give much away in terms of countryside, apart …
Surrounded by sand dunes and palm trees, Peru’s wine region doesn’t offer your usual vineyard vista. The region is renowned for geogylphs, sand boarding, dune buggies and Quebranta grapes. While Peru is certainly an oddball with regard to South American wine production, it is …
While South America’s wine production is dominated by the bigger countries in the leggy Southern Cone of the continent, it was actually in the middle – in Peru – where wine production started. When the Spanish conquered the great Incan empire, they brought their …
We asked some of the top wine experts where their top wine region around the world to visit during harvest time would be. Which region are you most looking forward to discovering? Here is a glimpse at some of the countries and regions we …
It might be the least expected continent, but Asia is not one to be overlooked. From the ‘new latitude’ and exotic regions of Thailand, India and Vietnam, through to the growing wine cultures in China and Japan, we will tuck into the wine buffet …
Africa. Considered the launch pad of humanity and the heart of Pangaea. The history and terroir of Africa is undeniably important in the world story, but when it comes to the wine story it is still a road less traveled. South Africa is one …
Australia is one of the world’s oldest terrains, with a big impact in the New World of wine. New Zealand has pioneered the way in two of the world’s most important varieties, but it is much more than just Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc. …
Want to take part in our Europe leg in Autumn 2016 and Autumn 2017? We want you to help vote for what you want to see – the producers, the regions, the wines, the places, and the people. Be part of 80 Harvests and …
We are planning our trip to North America this coming Fall and would love to know your suggestions too! Here is our outline of timing, and our bucket list. Please comment below if you think we are on the right track, or if you …
Catch up on three harvests in Argentina on #80harvests very soon… Salta, Cafayate: In the North of Argentina, near Salta, lies one of Argentina’s legendary regions – Cafayate. Famous for Tannat, flaming red rocks, and the peña – we will uncover Cafayate’s gems very …