The harvest and holiday seasons are delightful times for wine lovers, especially in countries with rich winemaking traditions, like Germany. From August to December, Germany’s wine heritage shines brightly through a series of unique festivals held across its renowned wine regions. More than 1.000 wine festivals offer more than just the opportunity to savor exceptional…

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Théophile Cordonnier, the business-minded eldest son of the Cordonnier winemaking family and a member of the Château Anthonic team since 2020.…

One of the most northerly winemaking countries, Germany’s wines are shaped by its array of varying climates and soil conditions. Concentrated in the south and southwestern parts of the country and spanning over 255,000 acres, each of Germany’s 13 winegrowing regions feature distinct characteristics that contribute to the country’s diverse selection of quality wines.

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Andrea Wirsching, the 14th generation winemaker at Weingut Hans Wirsching, one of Franken’s most renowned estates and a top producer of…

Bordeaux is the largest AOC vineyard of France, producing a broad range of wines from quality terroirs (a French term that encompasses the land, surrounding flora and fauna, and human element). Once a large port city centered on the Garonne River, Bordeaux has a total vineyard area of over 250,000 acres across 65 appellations, guaranteeing…

Germany’s rich viticultural history dates back 2,000 years to the conquests of the Romans in Germanic territories. Today, the country is home to some of the most innovative vintners, modernizing their centuries-old traditions and experimenting with new grapes, styles, and techniques. Though best known for its hallmark grape Riesling, Germany produces elegant reds, crisp rosés…

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Claire Villars-Lurton, owner of Château Haut-Bages Libéral—a Fifth Growth in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux—and a champion of sustainable viticulture.

Join Clink Different to taste delicious, high-quality wines from Germany and Bordeaux this April and May at two exciting food and wine festivals: SAVOR SoFLO and Heritage Fire in Austin, TX.

Located in the southwestern area of France, Bordeaux is one of the world’s most renowned wine destinations. The region is most known for its red blends, with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot creating rich, complex wines that are admired far and wide. But did you know that Bordeaux produces a variety of other styles, including dry…

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Konrad Buddrus & Eva-Maria Wehner of Konni & Evi, a German winery located in Saale-Unstrut producing top-notch organic and biodynamic wines.

Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Aline Baly, co-owner and director of marketing and communications at Château Coutet, a Premier Cru château in Barsac producing exceptional Sauternes…

Last minute holiday shopping got you scrambling? A bottle of German or Bordeaux wine could be exactly the present you’re looking for! From picky in-laws to your party animal friend, Germany and Bordeaux have wines to suit every taste at affordable prices.