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The incredible diversity of Provence rosé appellations
Provence rosés are the stars of summer but they also bring joy all year round. Grown in a magnificent region in the South of France, they offer outstanding variety and are worth rediscovering for their joyful character and their wellness-inducing aromatic spectrum.
Spain confirms its hunger for exports
A silent revolution has been in the making over the past few years in the Spanish wine industry. An expert in bulk wine sales – it is the world’s leading exporter country by volume – Spain is now aiming to improve its image and promote its quality wines internationally in a bid to move upmarket. We met four Spanish bodegas who explained how they have risen to the challenge.
SLOVENIA: A LAND OF ARTISAN WINE
If you are reading this article, the chances are you are either a wine professional or a wine enthusiast. However, let me ask you a simple question: have you ever tried wine from Slovenia? Without wishing to be disparaging, there is a high probability that you haven’t. Well, that is about to change soon …
Touring the vineyards of Languedoc
As France’s largest wine region, Languedoc is home to a unique collection of wines spanning all three colours. Boasting myriad vineyard sites, grape varieties and spectacular scenery, the region allows visitors to take a deep and breath-taking dive into an endless world of flavours and beauty.
The Unknown Portugal
When we talk about Portugal and its wines, we have all heard, to a greater or lesser degree, about the historical wines of Porto, the Douro’s potent pours, the highly regarded Madeira and ‘Vinho Verde’ and its connoisseurs. However, there is much more to Portugal’s wine scene than these seminal regions, and wine enthusiasts have an undeniable soft spot for them.
An immersion of the senses in Provence
The vineyards of Provence extend over 200 kilometers, through the departments of Var, Bouches-du-Rhône and part of Alpes-Maritimes. Basking in virtually uninterrupted sunshine, the scenery is breathtaking and setting foot in the vineyards alone is enough to create a true holiday feel.
Classic Beverage, a focus on sustainability and artisan wines
Classic Beverage was launched by Classic Fine Foods UK in June 2023 with the aim of expanding the company’s beverage portfolio. Jérôme Poussin, head of the beverage department, explains the company’s ethos, along with current trends in the UK market.