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Homemade mushroom ramen with a German pinot noir see Pairings
Homemade mushroom ramen with a German pinot noir
Shiitake, kombu and charred onion for the broth, a marinated egg and pan-fried mushrooms on top: an autumn ramen to make at home, with a German pinot noir served cool.
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Squash pasta with sage brown butter and a Romanian red see Pairings
Squash pasta with sage brown butter and a Romanian red
A gentle autumn pasta dish, lifted by crisp sage and crunchy hazelnuts, with a generous Romanian red to go with it.
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Charred hispi cabbage with anchovy butter and Cape sauvignon see Pairings
Charred hispi cabbage with anchovy butter and Cape sauvignon
Charred in a cast-iron pan and topped with anchovy butter, hispi cabbage is served like a cut of meat. Three Cape sauvignons to go with it.
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Ferrer Wines: Building a new premium Spanish wine powerhouse see Portraits
Ferrer Wines: Building a new premium Spanish wine powerhouse
Wine has long been woven into the history of the Ferrer family, but today marks a decisive turning point. After selling its stake in Freixenet to Germany's Henkell – now the sole owner of the flagship Cava house founded by the Ferrer family at the end of the 19th century – the family has chosen to reinvest the estimated €30 million proceeds into its own venture, Ferrer Wines. Ferran Ribalta Riu, managing director of the company, shares insights into this new chapter for the family business, determined to secure its place in the constellation of leading international wine companies.
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Worth The Wait: Sauvignon Blanc, from youthful precision to aged complexity

Wine Terroirs

19 Oct 2026

Worth The Wait: Sauvignon Blanc, from youthful precision to aged complexity
Sauvignon Blanc is often enjoyed young, prized for its vibrant passionfruit and refreshing, zesty acidity. However, detailed expressions are emerging across South Africa that challenge this generalisation and showcase the grape's ability to age, revealing new layers of depth, texture and nuance – and a fuller understanding of its capabilities.
Argentina's journey into premium wines

Discovery

07 Sep 2026

Argentina's journey into premium wines
Three projects established in recent decades – Piedra Negra, Bemberg Estate Wines and Bodega Susana Balbo – clearly demonstrate the direction taken by the Argentine wine industry: the pursuit of high-quality wines through the discovery of new terroirs and winemaking research.
Gwyneth Paltrow: “Wine opens the door to a country’s culture”

Stars and Wine

23 Sep 2025

Gwyneth Paltrow: “Wine opens the door to a country’s culture”
Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow has been acclaimed for her roles in films that include Shakespeare in Love and Iron Man. In addition to her cinema career, however, she is also the founder of Goop, a company that has pioneered wellbeing, fashion and health. Through Goop, she shares her passions for a healthy, sustainable lifestyle whilst also redefining the standards of the lifestyle industry.
Homemade mushroom ramen with a German pinot noir

Pairings

30 Oct 2026

Homemade mushroom ramen with a German pinot noir
Shiitake, kombu and charred onion for the broth, a marinated egg and pan-fried mushrooms on top: an autumn ramen to make at home, with a German pinot noir served cool.
Ferrer Wines: Building a new premium Spanish wine powerhouse

Portraits

26 Oct 2026

Ferrer Wines: Building a new premium Spanish wine powerhouse
Wine has long been woven into the history of the Ferrer family, but today marks a decisive turning point. After selling its stake in Freixenet to Germany's Henkell – now the sole owner of the flagship Cava house founded by the Ferrer family at the end of the 19th century – the family has chosen to reinvest the estimated €30 million proceeds into its own venture, Ferrer Wines. Ferran Ribalta Riu, managing director of the company, shares insights into this new chapter for the family business, determined to secure its place in the constellation of leading international wine companies.
Tasting Gaillac Sparkling Wines: The Charm of the Ancestral Method

Editorial

16 Dec 2025

Tasting Gaillac Sparkling Wines: The Charm of the Ancestral Method
Fine bubbles, ancient heritage and natural freshness: Gaillac sparkling wines crafted using the ancestral method captivate with their authenticity and vibrant fruit expression. At a professional tasting in Levallois-Perret, these wines highlighted the uniqueness and charm of a historic winemaking tradition from the Gaillac vineyard.
Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne 2026: A Vineyard United

Latest News

22 Sep 2026

Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne 2026: A Vineyard United
From March 9 to 13, 2026, Burgundy welcomed wine trade professionals for the 18th edition of Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne. This event has become unmissable, combining tastings, business meetings and immersion at the heart of Burgundy's terroirs
Rhone Valley : Syrah and Grenache, more than a tale of two grapes

Appellation

28 Sep 2026

Rhone Valley : Syrah and Grenache, more than a tale of two grapes
The Rhone Valley is home to a remarkable array of appellations, from little-known gems to legendary names such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Côte-Rôtie. Across this diverse landscape, Syrah and Grenache form the backbone of the region's red wines, whether expressed as single-varietal bottlings or through carefully crafted blends. Together, they give rise to terroir-driven wines that are stylistically distinct but invariably captivating.
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