Learn to drink beyond Bordeaux
From Austria’s celebrated Grüner Veltliner to Japan’s intriguing varieties, you’ll find detailed guides, insider tips, and my top picks for each country. It’s all about broadening your wine horizons and finding those special bottles that are off the beaten path.
Curious about what’s next? Stay tuned as I add more exciting wine regions and discoveries. Whether you’re planning your next wine journey or just looking to try wine beyond Bordeaux, this is your one-stop shop for exploring the world of wine!
Cheers to new discoveries and expanding your wine world!
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Cover Cropping In Austria
Hey you! Welcome back! If you’ve been following the lasts posts, you would have noticed I talk a lot about cover cropping. So even if you now get the very general idea about what it is and why it’s good for for sustainable viticulture, I wanted to go more in depth today. And because, like I say and repeat all…
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Natural Winemaking In Austria
Hey wine lovers! We’ve explored the world of sustainable wines, delving into organic and biodynamic options. But the journey doesn’t stop there! Today, we’re venturing into the exciting realm of natural wines from Austria. Ever tasted a wine where the grapes really sing? That’s the idea behind natural wines. These wines are made with minimal fuss, letting the terroir hbe…
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Biodynamic Winemaking In Austria
Austrian vineyards are not just about growing grapes. Well it is.. But it’s mostly about growing grapes in harmony with nature. We’ve talked about the importance of sustainability in Austria winemaking and we’ve covered the organic aspect of it. Now let’s take it a step further and talk about biodynamic winemaking in Austria. There, vineyards are treated like living, breathing…
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Decantalo Review – Excellent Wine Selection And Quality, Though Delivery Can Be Inconsistent
As an avid wine enthusiast and blogger, I’m always on the lookout for platforms that offer a diverse selection of Austrian wines. And it’s a hard job! Decántalo, a renowned online wine store, has caught my eye for its impressive range of Austrian wines. Let’s see what makes them stand out and if they can help you find your next…
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Organic Winemaking In Austria
Like I said in my previous post, I love Austrian wines…but not only for their taste. Austria is now a leader in environmentally friendly winemaking, with over 40% of its vineyards embracing sustainable practices. This isn’t just a trend; it’s a deep commitment to nature. Organic and biodynamic methods are at the heart of Austria’s eco-conscious approach. These methods ditch…
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Sustainable Wine Practices In Austria
Today I want to write about why I really started this blog and why I picked the Austrian wine niche. A lot of my friends didn’t understand my focus because these wines are really a secret gem, meaning not a lot of people heard about it. Or if they’ve heard about, they mention the great scandal of 1985. But that’s…
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Blaufränkisch: A Guide To Tasting Events In Burgenland
Tasting Blaufränkisch at home is nice and all, but wine is all about sharing! So why not hop on a plane and actually experience the Blaufränkisch in its home? Meet the passionante winemakers who pour their hearts and soul into the wine you’re currently enjoying, feel the climate and soil that made the Blaufränkisch grape, savor the typical Austrian dish…
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Understanding Blaufränkisch Labels From Burgenland
Today’s your turn to pick out the wine. And here comes the stress… How will you ever choose? Okey you already know you’re going for a Blaufränkisch wine from Burgenland but now, which wine to choose? Indeed, Blaufränkisch is very terroir driven so depending on where it comes from in Burgenland and which producer it comes from, it can different…
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Blaufränkisch Winemaking Traditions In Burgenland
You know I love Blaufränkisch and even more Blaufränkisch from Burgenland. If you haven’t tasted it already, I really urge you to do so and hopefully you’ll fall in love with it, just like I did. If not…try again! Anyway, let’s learn why, how, what makes Blaufränkisch so good. What are the secrets winemakers use to make our favourite wine?…
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Where To Sleep In Rust?
Rust is a really cute town with a lot of wineries to visit! And it’s also near the Neusiedlersee lake so you can also enjoy an hot afternoon by the water! I would recommend staying a few days (it’s rather small so 2-3 days should do it) but still, you should definitely pause in Rust. So this post is a…
