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France is synonymous with wine, renowned as the birthplace of many of the world’s most iconic wine styles and regions. Its unmatched diversity, centuries of winemaking tradition, and unwavering focus on terroir have cemented France’s status as a global leader in wine production. From the rolling vineyards of
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Domaine Evremond, the result of a unique collaboration between Champagne Taittinger, historic wine merchant Hatch Mansfield, and close friends, has reached a significant milestone with the official opening of its winery in Chilham, Kent. The event, attended by Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh, marks a pivotal moment for
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Italy is one of the world's most iconic wine-producing countries, with a history that dates back thousands of years. Renowned for its extraordinary diversity, Italy boasts an unparalleled variety of grape varieties, styles, and regional specialties. From the sun-soaked vineyards of Sicily to the cool alpine slopes of
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Portugal is one of the world's most intriguing and diverse wine-producing countries. With its rich history, a remarkable array of indigenous grape varieties, and varied terroirs, Portugal offers a wine experience unlike any other. From its celebrated Port wines to cutting-edge dry reds and whites, the country seamlessly
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Romania has steadily emerged as one of Europe’s most exciting wine-producing countries, blending centuries-old winemaking traditions with modern techniques. Home to a number of indigenous grape varieties and a burgeoning reputation for quality. A History of Winemaking in Romania Winemaking in Romania traces its roots back over 6,000
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Spain is one of the world’s most dynamic wine-producing countries, celebrated for its rich winemaking heritage, incredible diversity of grape varieties, and outstanding value. From the sun-soaked vineyards of Andalucía to the cool, green hills of Galicia, Spain’s wines reflect the country’s varied geography, climates, and centuries
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I recently had the privilege of spending a day at Villa Margon, the beautiful heart of Ferrari Trento wines, located just an hour’s drive from the culturally rich city of Verona. Renowned for its Roman-era Arena di Verona, Verona is still a venue for operas and concerts, and its
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The United States has grown into one of the world’s most diverse and influential wine-producing countries, offering a vast array of styles and varieties. From the iconic vineyards of California to emerging regions in New York, Oregon, and Washington, the U.S. combines Old World traditions with New World
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If I were to compare Napa Valley, one of the gems of the American west coast, to a piece of high jewellery, it would be an IF diamond. Flawless is reserved for only the finest, purest and best, and like every wine-growing region, there are exceptional to mediocre estates. With
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For decades, the wines of Bordeaux were seen as overly expensive, over extracted to conform with certain wine writers' palates and simply drifting away from what they once were. Things have now changed for the better, and although highly prized Grand Cru Classes are still expensive, they look positively
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Working as a Sommelier in the early 1990s, I vividly recall oenophiles' desire to seek out and enjoy Cloudy Bay, Sauvignon Blanc. It almost seemed like a right of passage. The only issue was availability - it was nigh on impossible to get hold of. Was this what made
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With its proximity to Adelaide and excellent wines, the Barossa Valley is used to welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. But venture four and half hours south and slightly to the east and you will discover another world-class wine region – Coonawarra. An Aboriginal word meaning honeysuckle, it is