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Tasting Notes Checklist For Austrian Wines
Austria…with its rolling hills, diverse climates, and rich soils produces complex and vibrant wines. Winemaking dates back to Celtic times and traditions have been passed down from one generation to the next. Indeed, wine production in Austria is often led by family-owned wineries. But, the true magic of Austrian wines lies in their indigenous grape varieties. Take, for instance, Grüner…
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Mourvèdre In Provence
Ever wonder what gives Provençal wines that certain je ne sais quoi? That bold structure, the hint of spice, the depth that lingers on the palate? Well, folks, there’s a secret weapon behind the scenes, and its name is Mourvèdre. Today, we’re diving deep into this fascinating grape variety, exploring its history, its unique character, and why Provence is the…
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Tibouren Grape Variety In Provence
Hey there, wine lovers! Today, we’re diving deep into the world of a grape that’s as intriguing as its name: Tibouren. Forget everything you think you know about rosé for a minute, because Tibouren is about to rewrite the rules. Just curious, did you know about the Tibouren grape variety or are you just discovering it now? Oh I hope…
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Vermentino Grape Variety
Hey there, wine enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the world of Vermentino, a grape variety that brings a touch of sunshine to the white wines of Provence. But hold on, there’s a twist! In Provence, Vermentino goes by another name: Rolle. Vermentino is more Italian-style so you’ll find it mostly in Italy and Corsica and in Provence, you’ll get the…
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Cinsault Grape Variety In Provence
Hey there, rosé lovers! Today, we’re diving into the world of Cinsault, a grape variety that’s the beating heart of many a delightful pink Provence wine. Did you actually know this grape before my blog post? It’s usually a grape used in blend so it’s not easy to get to know the real Cinsault. But I’ll do my best to…
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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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Grenache Noir Grape In Provence
As I sit down with a bottle of grenache noir from Provence, I thought I’d write a few words on this famous grape variety. It is very famous in the wine world, but how well or how much do you actually know about Grenache? Where does it come from? What is its flavor profile? How does it taste? More precisely,…
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Wine Retreats In The Alps
Some friends ask why Americans ski in Europe, and a large reason is the “après culture”. I mean, who doesn’t love a nice glass of wine after a day of skiing? I know I do, and if you’re here I guess you do too! Imagine combining the crisp, fresh air of the Alps with the refined taste of a locally-produced…
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Unique characteristics of Grüner Veltliner wine from Wachau
If you’ve been following this blog for a while, the main grape varieties in Austria that come to mind are Grüner Veltliner and Riesling for the whites and Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch and Saint-Laurent for the reds. Indeed, Austria is best known for its wines made from indigenous grape varieties, Grüner Veltliner being the most widely planted. Even though Grüner Veltliner can…
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Is Riesling German or Austrian?
Riesling is a white grape with high acidity and susceptible to Botrytis (noble rot). It is very aromatic and the fruit characteristics vary according to ripeness : green fruit and citrus aromas to stone fruit, tropical fruit and dried fruits. It can be harvested and vinified in many ways. Sweet Rieslings can be achieved by interrupting the fermentation or by…