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There is no denying that this long-standing Italian wine region – whose boundaries were defined aeons ago, in fact it was one of the first to do so – draws its quality and reputation from its vineyard sites, its landscapes and even its ‘dolce vita’, steeped in art and culture.

This Italian sparkling wine has won over the hearts, and palates, of Europe and beyond. Its soft texture, intense aromas and creamy effervescence offer instant appeal, not to mention the ease with which it slips into cocktails.

The time when Champagne production was limited to the basic range staples that are ‘brut’, ‘demi-sec’ and rosé is long gone.

The Spanish sparkling wine appellation has experienced incremental growth over the past few years, fuelled by its dynamic marketing strategies and competitive pricing, particularly in export markets.

Last February, over 150 Portuguese exhibitors took part in the fifth Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, underscoring just how significant Portugal has become in the international wine arena. Long focused on their domestic market, the country’s wine producers have garnered global acclaim and exports have risen accordingly. Frederico Falcão, chairman of Wines of Portugal, along with representatives from three Portuguese companies explain how this small wine revolution came about.

We interviewed the chairman of Wines of Portugal, Frederico Falcáo, to gain a better understanding of the country's wine scene and the major milestones in its recent development.