Of the great ‘Bordeaux six’, we really only ever really talk about the Bordeaux three: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and to a much lesser-extent, Cabernet Franc. But almost forgotten on the back labels and rarely found in the vineyards of Bordeaux today are the other …
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Have you ever tasted wines from Malta or Gozo? In this guide to the wines of Malta and Gozo, we look at the heroic island viticulture and challenges of this island terroir as well as the benefits and distinctive character of Maltese wines. Guide …
We’ve all had the age-old argument about whether wine is more about art or science, but how much of it is tech? In today’s fast-moving world, the importance of wineries navigating modern, global technologies has moved far beyond the cellar. Any producer hoping to …
Okanagan must be one of the most beautiful wine regions to visit at harvest time: you are constantly accompanied by beautiful lakes and mountains, the aromas of the many orchards and gardens, and the sunshine is warm and daylight hours are long. It has …
In the 19th century there were over 6,000 hectares of vineyards surrounding Pamplona, and over 50,000 in Navarra as a whole. The city that is known for the running of the bulls was also known for its overflowing wine production. The pilgrim’s route to …
Bonarda is one of Argentina’s most planted grape varieties, with an impressive 18,500 hectares under vine. However, the widely planted Bonarda grape variety is notoriously tricky, both in the vineyard and in the winery, which is why it has almost completely disappeared from its …
Ah…Tuscany, home to the famous historic towns of Florence and Siena, the cradle of the Renaissance. A land of rolling hills with olive groves and vines, beautiful art and architecture and delicious food and, of course, great wine. This Tuscany fast facts feature is …
While studying for the blind tasting in the WSET diploma, Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc was always the banker for me. My mum drinks it most nights and it is a wine I can comfortably recognise inches away from the glass. I have a feeling more …
While Croatia might conjure up images of a crystal-clear blue sea lapping white stone beaches on its many islands, there’s a different side to Croatia — the continental, inland side, which offers a completely different dimension to its wine. Surrounding the Croatian capital of …
Year-round tropical weather, mountain and ocean views, and great wine. Madeira, Portugal, might just have it all, says meteorologist Michael Fagin. This volcanic island is one of several islands, an archipelago, that rises over 6,000 metres from the floor of the Atlantic Ocean (over …