Massal selection, parcel purity of the cuvées, immediate and gentle pressing of the grapes, fermentation and aging of the base wines in barriques, and minimal dosage … All this makes the champagnes of Laherte Frères so special: Each has its very own character, reflecting the terroir of its respective parcel.
Herdade do Portocarro is a unique wine project that was launched in 2003 by the visionary winemaker José Abreu da Mota Capitão. Halfway between the Setúbal Peninsula and the famous Alentejo wine region, an 18-hectare vineyard cultivates old, nearly extinct grape varieties alongside classic local varieties...
Cidre, French apple wine, is the perfect drink for spring and summer. It is refreshing, sparkling, and light, versatile in its pairings, low in alcohol, and rich in flavour. We visited François Huet of Cidrerie Pierre Huet at his estate in Cambremer, Normandy.
Vodka, gin and even malt whisky… most people know their way around these. But what about cognac, not to mention Armagnac, the much lesser-known little brother of cognac? In this article, we will answer all your questions and introduce you to the special characteristics and differences of these fine French brandy spirits.
Wine in the Azores? And what a wine! Learn all about winegrowing on the Portuguese islands. We also unravel old legends and offer tips for discerning connoisseurs and wine lovers.
The Douro Valley has long had more than just Port wine to offer. Its dry wines, long winemaking history, and incomparable natural beauty make the Douro region a dream destination for your next wine tour. Learn more about Portugal’s long winemaking tradition and visit these places on your wine route!
In mid-July, Philippe and his wife Evi were in Portugal once again. Their main reason was to attend the Vinho ao Vivo wine fair in Porto, but of course, the two of them discovered and experienced much more.
Portugal’s young star, Rita Ferreira Marques, took over her family’s estate in the Tejo Valley in the 1990s and revolutionized the commercial winemaking that had prevailed until then. By producing her Conceito wines independently, she not only won over wine lovers across Portugal but also achieved international success.
The Setúbal Peninsula, the Portuguese wine region also known as “Terras do Sado,” is home to a variety of indigenous grape varieties and a range of experimental wines that have also gained international acclaim. Learn more about this fascinating peninsula and its wine culture!
Champ Divin’s Crémant du Jura has been the undisputed favorite of our team for about three years. So it was finally time to visit the winemaking couple Valérie and Fabrice Closset at their estate. In addition to Crémant, we were able to taste many other very distinctive and typical Jura wines.
The designation Sauvignon Blanc is a so-called pleonasm, i.e., a repetition of words that have the same meaning but are different. Because: Sauvignon is always blanc, i.e., white. Sauvignon is one of the best-known grape varieties in the world, because Sauvignon vines are very productive. They owe their worldwide fame primarily to Loire wines
Port is a Portuguese classic and the perfect dessert wine, but it also has a rich history and encompasses different varieties that are not only suitable for dessert. Learn more now about the diversity of Port wine.
