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Discover 2019 events 1-Bordeaux Fête le Vin © Favoreat/Katja Hentschel Rightfully topping our list is Bordeaux Fête le Vin, one of Europe’s biggest wine festivals which happens every two years. Thousands flock to the capital of great wines and fine cuisine to taste some of the best wines the region has to offer, without breaking […]

When we think about wine styles what comes to mind is color white VS rosé VS red , still VS sparkling, sweet VS dry…did you ever think about Blend Vs Varietal and how is it different, why would a winemaker choose to go with either direction, so many decisions and thoughts comes to mind to create the perfect wine, starting from terroir. Here, we unpack the key differences to blends and varietals with delicious examples…

Globally, the discussion on environmental protection has been getting a new sense of urgency to it. The need for action in sustainable practice and reducing our carbon footprint is a growing concern to all aspects of daily life and business. European wine-making is at the front and center of this conversation. After all, wine is a product coming from nature, and without a healthy planet, there simply is no wine.

Time for ghosts and ghouls, spooky skeletons, and a little bit of magic. It’s Halloween! If you’re throwing a costume bash for the occasion, you’ll need two things: candy and wine. Leave the witches brew behind! Here are our favorite, surprising candy and wine pairings to cast a spell over all your guests this Halloween.

Autumn is here, but that doesn’t mean all of your wine drinking activities have to head inside. We’ve still got long stretches of days with beautiful weather. Take advantage and plan a picnic in the great outdoors, whatever the outdoors means to you! Picnics are perfect for groups big and small, intimate dates, and can pretty much happen anywhere you go.

While the ultimate destination to drink French and German wine is in their respective home countries, there are plenty of hot spots in the U.S. for your next wine-infused getaway. We’re highlighting our favorite landmarks in some of America’s best cities, and don’t forget to take in the sites with a bottle of your favorite European wine. Cheers to seeing the world!

The Germans and the Bordelais love their wines, so much in fact that they don’t stop at simply sipping a glass over dinner or an evening out. They go much farther in how they experience wine and how wine can add new challenges and fun to their lives. We’re marveling at the peculiar ways wine is celebrated and enjoyed in both France and Germany.

In the mood for fish Not many people realise that Bordeaux is located right by the Atlantic Ocean. During summer many Bordelese flock to Arcachon, an adorable coastal town where they enjoy lush weekends by the sea eating oysters and drinking delicious wines from the region. The go-to option are refreshing, dry white wines and […]

Throwing an end-of-summer dinner party but not sure where to start? We’re covering our favorite German wines to pair with a variety of shareable fare, no matter who you have coming to the table.

Any excuse to have friends over for wine is a good one in our books. And, if friends want to bring a bottle of Bordeaux along, here are some of our favorite bottles to guide a delicious dinner for a group.

Ah drinking wine, never a bad idea. On your trusty sofa back home, at a restaurant or a bar or even your neighbor’s kitchen table – we cannot really think of a bad spot to have wine at. There are, however, some places that are better than others for experiencing a lovely glass within the full glory of a perfect setting. In the name of cutting-edge research, we have tested and slurped our way through…

Berlin is home to a wealth of wine bars, both scruffy and chic, suiting all budgets and people from all walks of life. It’s a city with a thriving restaurant scene, many of which boast an impressive wine selection. If you’re looking for an exquisite wine and dining experience, Berlin will not let you down. […]