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French wine and spirits exports in 2024 – looking on the bright side
VIK Winery: A Fusion of Nature, Science, and Art
Founded in 2004 by Alex and Carrie Vik in Millahue, Chile—known as "The Place of Gold"—VIK Winery is a testament to innovation and sustainability in winemaking. Combining state-of-the-art technology, ancient traditions, and a deep respect for nature, VIK has become a benchmark for producing world-class wines.
How wine became the catalyst for Mendoza’s gourmet food scene
In just 25 years, the province of Mendoza in Argentina has developed an outstanding gourmet food scene through its connections with wine. Today it stands out as the Ibero-American Capital of Gastronomic Harmony and is one of the two Argentine cities included in the Michelin Guide.
Emily Blunt: “Wine in itself is a sensory journey for me!”
The British-American actress who featured in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’, ‘Edge of Tomorrow’, ‘Oppenheimer’ and ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, opens up about her love of fine wines. She shares her poetic thoughts on wine and invites us to enjoy it not just for its flavour but as a genuine cultural and artistic experience.
South-West France : A low-key wine region with a big personality
Sandwiched between the storied vineyards of Bordeaux and the equally famous wine region of Languedoc, South-West France continues to be unjustly overlooked by the public. And yet, from the Lot Valley to the foothills of the Pyrenees via Gascony, this extensive wine region is home to appellations that most certainly deserve our attention.
Pacheca Group, the taste of Portugal
In less than two decades, Pacheca Group, which has a presence in five regions, has become a formidable standard-bearer for Portuguese viticultural heritage. As a staunch advocate of the variety and quality of the country’s wine proposition, the company continues to aim for a very specific goal, which is to show the world that Portugal is the home of excellent wines. And if the country’s bottlings are increasingly gaining exposure, it might just have something to do with that…
How Valpolicella reconciles tradition with a global vision
The Valpolicella wine region is located in the province of Verona in north-eastern Italy’s vinous powerhouse that is Veneto. Rolling landscapes and quality wines are two of its defining features. Read on to find out what other factors make the region unique.