The Malbec variety, originally popular in Bordeaux but then of little importance, is still the most important grape variety in the Cahors appellation. But she celebrates her greatest successes in Argentina, where she plays the undisputed ruler in the production of reputable red wines in almost all parts of the country. It is cultivated on … Read more
Bree wine is often equated with discounter wine . It is super cheap and therefore very popular with the general public. Recently, we simply took it with us from REWE and tried it out and wanted to find out whether the low price equated with poor quality. We were surprised because the Bree Riesling was … Read more
We recently wrote an article about organic wine . The main focus here was on the requirements for winegrowers to be able to label their products with the organic seal . We also tested the Landlust wine from the Peter Mertes winery. The quality of this organic wine from the discounter surprised us. In this … Read more
Each grape variety is characterized by a special aroma. However, it has not yet been conclusively clarified how the aroma is formed. Scientists from the Technical University of Munich, the Hochschule Geisenheim University and the University of Bonn recently made a contribution to clarifying this secret – with “possibly far-reaching consequences for the development of … Read more
Fish is allowed to be on the table at least once a week. This is not only useful for health reasons, but also for the variety in the menu. Serving the fish with a suitable wine is not as difficult as some might think. And anyone who believes that only white wine is the ideal … Read more
Whether sashimi, nigiri, California roll or maki – the Japanese appetizers made from raw fish are also very popular in USA. In addition, sushi and wine make a wonderful pairing. And that’s exactly what we’re going to focus on now. The training to become a sushi master takes between six and ten years. In the … Read more
The warm drink with the classic wintry spices is inextricably linked to the Advent season and Christmas. And although mulled wine can already be bought ready-made in bottles, it is far better to make it yourself. We’ll show you everything you need to know about the topic and have more than just a mulled wine … Read more
“White wine is white wine!” Or is it? Anyone who has already dealt with the numerous white grape varieties in this world knows: the variety is unbelievable. Even within one and the same family, there are significant differences that add another facet to the enjoyment. This can be seen with Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. … Read more
Many connoisseurs know that some wines benefit from a little time in the decanter. While the separation from the depot is considered an important reason for wine, there are other aspects that speak in favor of decanting a wine. In this overview, connoisseurs will find a lot of valuable information about the important step between … Read more
The world of wine not only includes countless grape varieties, countries and regions: it is also the language itself that gives wine culture its unique face and also convinces experienced connoisseurs to learn new vocabulary voluntarily. The following twenty wine terms are undoubtedly among the most important. 7 important wine terms for the senses The … Read more