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Why are flowers (particularly roses) voluntarily allowed to grow in French vineyards?

Flowers in the vineyards may be deliberately planted at row ends or even between rows as ‘cover crops’. ‘Cover crops’ can offer many advantages to a vineyard…

By @oray_wine, 3 years5 May 2023 ago
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Why is Pinot Noir a grape variety often used to make sparkling wines?

Pinot Noir is a black-skinned grape that is typically used to produce red wines. However, when the grapes are pressed and quickly separated from the skins…

By @oray_wine, 3 years5 May 2023 ago
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What are the main factors specific to each grape variety that can influence the final style of a sparkling wine?

The main factors specific to each grape variety that can influence the final style of a sparkling wine are 4 in number…

By @oray_wine, 3 years5 May 2023 ago
Miscellaneous

Can spirits be as complex as wine? For Mezcal it is indeed the case

When you think of Mexican spirits, Tequila surely comes to mind. However, Mezcal has gained popularity recently, and it’s for its immense complexity — Mezcal is as varied as wine; there are many types of agaves in the Mexican desert, and they’re as diverse as the many grape varieties used to make wine…

By @oray_wine, 3 years4 May 2023 ago
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The Perles du Vignoble running race celebrates its 10th anniversary with its 2023 edition

On Sunday, May 14 (2023), the running race called “Pearls of the Vineyard” (Perles du Vignoble) will offer its tenth edition. This foot race which crosses part of the Alsatian vineyard will start from the wine cellar of Beblenheim which will also serve as the finish…

By @oray_wine, 3 years4 May 2023 ago
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Unique partnership between the University of Tokaj and the Burgundy School of Business

The University of Tokaj (Hungary) and the Burgundy School of Business have recently signed a partnership to launch a new program to become Wine Business Manager…

By @oray_wine, 3 years4 May 2023 ago
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Normandy: Vines in the middle of the Cider land!

At the time of global warming, the culture of the vine is starting to reborn today in Normandy, a French region near Paris famous for its cider and its various cheeses (birthplace of Camembert). So much so that we now have a total of more than 54 hectares of vines as well as around fifty winegrowers…

By @oray_wine, 3 years4 May 2023 ago
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Why is Chardonnay a grape variety particularly prized by producers (and consumers) of sparkling wines?

Chardonnay is a grape variety that is particularly well suited to the production of sparkling wines thanks to its intrinsic qualities: high acidity, subtlety of aromas, adaptability to cold climates, ability to develop interesting autolytic notes…

By @oray_wine, 3 years2 May 2023 ago
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Tasting note: Corbières, “Rozeta”, Domaine Maxime Magnon, 2020

Comments = Silky, spicy and fruity mouthfeel. A red wine with a real beautiful aromatic power centered on the fruit and the notes of spices. A nice acidity supports the whole which keeps a light and fresh side. A beautiful final length all in nuance. IN short, a very fine Corbieres from a committed producer who I can only highly recommend.

Final Grade = A-

By @oray_wine, 3 years28 April 2023 ago
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Tasting note: Western Cape, “Magnetic North”, Alheit Vineyards, 2020

Comments = This is a superb Chenin Blanc from South Africa with lovely vibrant acidity, slightly exuberant fruit around apple, citrus and baked apple. A beautiful complexity and a long finish. In short, this wine is part of the big leagues

Final Grade = A

By @oray_wine, 3 years28 April 2023 ago

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