Massive selection, parcel purity of the cuvées, direct and gentle pressing of the grapes, fermentation and aging of the base wines in barriques and a minimal dosage ... All this makes the champagnes from Laherte Frères so special: each one has its own character, the terroir of the respective plot reflects.
Herdade do Portocarro is a unique wine project launched in 2003 by visionary winemaker José Abreu da Mota Capitão. Halfway between the Setubal Peninsula and the famous Alentejo wine-growing region, the 18-hectare vineyard grows old, almost extinct grape varieties together with classic local varieties...
Cidre, the French cider, is the perfect drink for spring and summer. It is refreshing, sparkling and light, can be combined in many ways, low in calories and alcohol, but rich in taste. We visited François Huet from Cidrerie Pierre Huet at his estate in Cambremer, Normandy.
Vodka, gin and even malt whiskey… most people are familiar with them. But what about cognac, not to mention armagnac, cognac's much lesser-known little brother? In this article we will get to the bottom of all questions and introduce you to the special features and differences of these noble French brandies.
Wine in the Azores? And what a! Find out everything about wine growing on the Portuguese islands. We also decipher old legends and give tips for special gourmets and wine lovers.
The Douro Valley has long had more to offer than just port wine. The dry wines, the long wine history and the incomparable nature make the Douro region a dream destination for your next wine trip. Learn about the history of Portugal's long wine culture and visit these places on your Wine Route!
In mid-July, Philippe and his wife Evi were back in Portugal. Actually, mainly to visit the Vinho ao Vivo wine fair in Porto, but of course the two discovered and experienced much more.
Portugal's young star, Rita Ferreira Marques, took over her family's land in the Teja Valley in the 1990s and revolutionized viticulture, which had been commercial until then. With an independent production of her Conceito wines, she not only conquered Portugal's wine glasses, but also celebrates international success.
Península de Setúbal, the Portuguese wine region also known as “Terras do sado”, is home to a variety of autochthonous grape varieties and a range of experimental wines that have also gained international acclaim. Learn more about the exciting peninsula and its wine culture!
Champ Divin's Crémant du Jura has been the undisputed team favorite for about 3 years. So it was really time to finally visit the winemaker couple Valérie and Fabrice Closset on site. In addition to Crémant, we were able to taste many other very special and typical Jura wines.
The name Sauvignon Blanc is a so-called pleonasm, i.e. a repetition of words that have the same meaning but are different. Because: The Sauvignon is always Blanc, i.e. white. The Sauvignon is one of the best-known grape varieties in the world, because the Sauvignon vines are very productive. They owe their world fame above all to the Loire wines
Port is a Portuguese classic and the perfect dessert wine, but it also has a rich history and different varieties that aren't just for dessert. Find out more about the diversity of port wine now.
