Tasting & Confidence
Not sure how to describe what you’re tasting—or even what you like yet? You’re not alone. This is where we explore how wine actually tastes, compare it to what you already know (hello, French wine!), and build that quiet confidence. No pressure. Just curiosity and a bit of fun.
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Where can I taste Japanese wines in Tokyo? | 3grapes
If you’re travelling to Tokyo and want to taste Japanese wine (not sake, not whisky), this guide introduces 3grapes, a wine bar and tasting space designed for visitors. Located in central Tokyo and open every day, 3grapes offers English-guided tastings where you discover five Japanese wines from different regions in about 75 minutes, with three experience levels (wine only, with…
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What does volcanic rock do to wine?
Volcanic rock gives wine freshness, structure, and a mineral character. Wines grown on volcanic soils often taste dry, precise, and mouth-watering, with subtle smoky or salty notes. Because these soils drain well, vines grow deep roots, producing focused wines that are highly food-friendly and age well.
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Blaufränkisch, Two Soils: Tasting Terroir with Heinrich
Same Grape. Same Winemaker. Two Soils. Two Stories. What happens when you take Blaufränkisch — Austria’s bold, spicy red — and grow it on completely different soils? I tasted two wines from Heinrich, one of the country’s leading biodynamic producers, to find out. From the cool, stony slopes of Leithaberg to the warmer, sandy-loam plains around Gols, the contrast in…
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What are some good Japanese wines?
I just got back from the Salon des Vins Japonais in Beaune, and let me tell you — Japanese wine is having a moment. If you’ve been curious but don’t know where to start, don’t worry — I’ve got you covered. Instead of overwhelming you with wine theory, I’m sharing the standout producers, who make some of the best Japanese…
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The Salon des Vins Japonais in Beaune
Curious about Japanese wine? The Salon des Vins Japonais is your chance to explore over 130 wines from 45 wineries, meet 14 winemakers, and dive into a unique fusion of Japanese and French wine cultures. Mark your calendar for Sunday, February 9, 2025, at La Chapelle de l’Oratoire in Beaune, from 11 am to 7 pm. Tickets are just 9€,…
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Discover Unique Japanese wine Grape Varieties
Japanese wine grape varieties are shaped by climate rather than tradition. Instead of relying only on classic European grapes, Japan’s vineyards feature varieties adapted to humid summers and typhoon-prone harvests. The most important grapes include Kōshū, the historic white of Yamanashi known for its fresh and delicate style; Muscat Bailey A, Japan’s most planted red grape created to ripen reliably…
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The Impact Of Terroir On Grüner Veltliner Production
13 minutes read Ever wonder what makes Grüner Veltliner so darn special? It’s not just about sunshine and happy vines (though that definitely helps!). The real secret? Terroir — that fancy French word for everything that influences how a grape grows and how the wine tastes We all agree that soil is important, right? matters, right? If you didn’t know…
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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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Sustainable And Organic Blaufränkisch Producers In Burgenland
Throughout history, farmers have used whatever technology was available to them to get the most out of their land. For centuries, progress was slow, with only gradual discoveries in irrigation, fertilization, and crop rotation. But the invention of chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the 19th and 20th centuries, respectively, revolutionized agriculture. These chemicals, along with mechanized farming equipment, allowed farmers…
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The Impact Of Climate On Blaufränkisch In Burgenland
19 minutes read If you’ve ever tried a Blaufränkisch from Austria and then another one — same grape, same country — and felt like they tasted completely different… you’re not imagining it. Blaufränkisch is one of the most expressive red grapes out there. It doesn’t just reflect the soil it grows in — it reacts strongly to climate. In a…
