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Discovery

26 Aug 2024

Hungary – a new, Old World wine country

A small country with great pride, Hungary is home to 22 wine regions and more than 200 grape varieties. While domestic consumption has significantly dropped over the past two decades, producers are optimistic and seeking out new markets. Seasoned wine connoisseurs will undoubtedly find exciting wines by Hungarian winemakers, whether they are looking for indigenous rarities or outstanding examples of international varieties.

Discovery

19 Aug 2024

Discovering the Elegance of South African Cap Classique

The first encounter with an exceptional South African Cap Classique is often revelatory, heightening the appreciation of its quality. While these sophisticated sparkling wines are crafted using the traditional method, they don't aim to mimic renowned sparkling wines. Instead, they strive to carve out a unique identity on the world's sparkling stage. Perhaps they already have - subtly, sublimely.

Discovery

12 Aug 2024

The incredible diversity of Provence rosé appellations

Provence rosés are the stars of summer but they also bring joy all year round. Grown in a magnificent region in the South of France, they offer outstanding variety and are worth rediscovering for their joyful character and their wellness-inducing aromatic spectrum.

Discovery

05 Aug 2024

Spain confirms its hunger for exports

A silent revolution has been in the making over the past few years in the Spanish wine industry. An expert in bulk wine sales – it is the world’s leading exporter country by volume – Spain is now aiming to improve its image and promote its quality wines internationally in a bid to move upmarket. We met four Spanish bodegas who explained how they have risen to the challenge.

Discovery

29 Jul 2024

SLOVENIA: A LAND OF ARTISAN WINE

If you are reading this article, the chances are you are either a wine professional or a wine enthusiast. However, let me ask you a simple question: have you ever tried wine from Slovenia? Without wishing to be disparaging, there is a high probability that you haven’t. Well, that is about to change soon …

Wine Terroirs

24 Jul 2024

Touring the vineyards of Languedoc

As France’s largest wine region, Languedoc is home to a unique collection of wines spanning all three colours. Boasting myriad vineyard sites, grape varieties and spectacular scenery, the region allows visitors to take a deep and breath-taking dive into an endless world of flavours and beauty.

Discovery

15 Jul 2024

The Unknown Portugal

When we talk about Portugal and its wines, we have all heard, to a greater or lesser degree, about the historical wines of Porto, the Douro’s potent pours, the highly regarded Madeira and ‘Vinho Verde’ and its connoisseurs. However, there is much more to Portugal’s wine scene than these seminal regions, and wine enthusiasts have an undeniable soft spot for them.