Vigneron Prestige Blanc de Blancs: The Beauty of Small-Scale Excellence

A recent Champagne tasting in Stockholm showcased top-notch Blanc de Blancs from renowned small growers, revealing the intricacies of terroir and the unique characteristics of each wine. The tasting was organized by Marina Olsson and featured a variety of cuvées, highlighting that while large producers often grab attention, the exceptional quality of smaller, independent growers… Read More »

Cristina Mercuri: Exploring the Elegance of Etna Wines on the Edge

Cristina Mercuri, the founder and CEO of Mercuri Wine Club, delves into how the wines of Sicily’s DOC Etna are contributing to the evolving identity of Italian wine, moving towards a style characterized by elegance and restraint. Located on the flanks of Mount Etna, the area’s vineyards span approximately 1,300 hectares across diverse landscapes shaped… Read More »

Hatzidakis: Exploring the Best Wines of Santorini

Hatzidakis, a prominent producer from the Greek Island of Santorini, has been actively engaging with wine enthusiasts through a significant tasting event alongside their importer, Keeling Andrew. Co-founder Konstantina Chryssou shared the winery’s history, rooted in the love story between her and Haradimos Hatzidakis, who dedicated his life to reviving a family vineyard in the… Read More »

Can Mountain Ageing Elevate Valtellina’s Wines to New Heights?

Wine has been aged in various unexpected locations, including underwater and in caves, but a new approach is emerging in Italy’s Valtellina wine region: high-altitude aging on mountain tops. This innovative project seeks to explore how the unique conditions at elevation, such as cooler temperatures and lower oxygen levels, affect the maturation process of wine.… Read More »

Exploring Yarra Yering: A Jewel in the Yarra Valley’s Crown

One of Australia’s esteemed wineries, Yarra Yering was founded by the visionary Dr. Bailey Carrodus, who passed away in 2008. In 1973, he created the first commercial vintage from the Yarra Valley since 1922, marking a significant moment in the region’s viniculture. On a beautiful early summer day, I had the pleasure of visiting Yarra… Read More »

Deliciously Authentic: Exploring the Tradition of Wiener Schnitzel

At the table: Wiener Schnitzel Joanna Simon’s exploration of wine country cuisine leads her to the heart of Austria, where the beloved dish Wiener schnitzel takes center stage. It took Joanna Simon a while to arrive in Austria, despite its rich culinary heritage, which she describes as "hearty." Her initial impression during a visit decades… Read More »

Discover the Rich Flavors of Hungarian Wines at Georgie’s Ruin Bar

Ruin Bars are a distinctive aspect of Budapest’s nightlife, originating in the early 2000s as makeshift bars set in abandoned buildings. Today, these unique venues are largely concentrated in the Jewish Quarter of the city. Recently, Wines of Hungary collaborated with Georgie Fenn to host a pop-up ruin bar experience featuring Hungarian wines, complemented by… Read More »