La Maison de la Truffe et du Vin
The House of truffle and wine of Luberon is located in a picturesque old village of Menerbes, just a short ride from the region’s commercial hub of Apt. Driving through the […]
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Bordeaux Appellations
It may seem complex, but in fact the appellation system is much easier to apply in Bordeaux than in Burgundy. The Bordeaux appellation system ( and of all France) is […]
Grand Cru: Remington Norman
Multiple-award winning author, former Master of Wine (famous for resigning from the title in 2003) and holder of Doctorate of Philosophy from Oxford boosts with plenty of credentials for his […]
Iconic Rhône vineyards: a photo essay
A journey through the Rhône Valley with my camera and a thirsty palate invited my vinous curiosity to capturing the iconic vineyards of the Rhône.
Finca Los Nubes: beauty-queen of all wineries
In terms of beauty this was the most stunning family winery I have visited so far (and there have been hundreds). The property and the vineyards are owned by José Luis […]
Gargiulo Vineyards: country music meets the vinous bounty of Napa Valley
The passionate country musician and proprietor, Jeff Gargiulo, hit a jackpot with this beautiful California vineyard set in the exclusive Oakville neighbourhood of the cult winery, Screaming Eagle.
Beginners Sake guide
Making sake, types of sake and sake food pairing Making sake Sake has a unique brewing system called multiple parallel fermentation. Unlike beer, the enzymes needed to break down starch […]
Château Lynch Bages
Château Lynch Bages proprietor goes an extra mile to enhance the pleasure from his wines. Lynch Bages winery belongs to the Médoc region in Bordeaux and literally ‘sticks’ to the […]
BALSAMIC VINEGAR: slow evolution, family tradition and purity for top quality
Balsamic vinegar is a vinegar made by cooking the grape must (defrutare in latin) so it is reduced to about one-third. Unlike a wine vinegar that is not heated and […]
André Compreyre: an ambassador of winemakers
André Compreyre is a sommelier (wine waiter) at Bouley, a two Michelin star restaurant located in Tribecca, recently the most fashionable area in Manhattan…