We look at a curious element of Biodynamics
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An introduction to Vintage versus N.V.
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Now with intentional bubbles, Champagne takes 18th century Europe by storm!
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Don't miss out on this explosive island's latest trends!
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France's explosive wine rivalry in the age of the Sun King
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As investors are becoming more and more wine-savvy, there is a
natural inclination to look elsewhere for new opportunities. Every
class and category of whisk(e)y is seeing unprecedented demand and
as a result, sales are soaring globally. Not just in traditional
markets such as Europe, North America and Japan, but also elsewhere
in Asia, Africa and South America with clamour particularly high
for prestige bottles.
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How do grape growers know when the time is right?
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With the recent release of the 2013 vintage of Caro, it is easy
to see how successful this collaboration between two of the worldâs
most famous wineries has been over the years. Consistent
high-scores, high-demand and always fast to sell-out, it is proof
of the value of cooperation in wine.
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If you were to do a google image search of wine cellars youâll
see all kinds of grandeur, from modern, bespoke Spiral Cellars to
mediaeval-looking dungeons fitted out with cast iron racks. For all
this variety there are basic elements that all good cellars share:
consistent temperature, darkness and reasonable humidity. As we all
know, wine cellars are generally underground because this is the
only place these conditions occur naturally. In an urban setting,
itâs not so common to have access to an underground cellar and if
youâre in a high-rise flat or apartment, thereâs no chance. So how
do you make sure your prized bottles donât go off?
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