Marinos Skolarikos 8th December 2024 We present today in Allwinestories one of the most sensational wines of the Greek wine industry. The Perpetuus wine with perpetual timelessness. The Nico Lazaridi winery has married the ancient 60% Mavroudi variety, which has its roots in Macedonia and Thrace, with the cosmopolitan and noble Cabernet Franc 40% and the result is a truly great wine to taste in your glass. PERPETUUS RED 2021 Local Wine of Drama Red Dry Vineyards: Municipal Areas of Agora and Pigadia Appearance: deep purple Nose: Medium plus with primary aromas of red fruits, blackcurrant, black cherry. Secondary aromas...

The Deputy President of OIV Luigi Moio presented last Friday 29 November 2024, the OIV OFFICIAL Wine during the closing ceremony of the exceptional day celebrating the Organisation's centenary. Jean-François Curie and the Boisset family of fine wines, current owners of Domaine Maire et Fils, have made several parcel selections of Arbois Pinot Noir from the 2022 harvest available to Luigi Moio. Under the sign of Pasteur After discovering a few bottles of wine from the Vigne de l'OIV in the OIV cellar, donated to Arbois 30 years ago in 1994 by Mr Henri Maire, Professor Luigi Moio wanted to...

Mattia Manganaro of Biesse Wine Brescia won the Best Wine Shopkeeper of Italy 2024 Under 30 award, under the auspices of the Chianti Classico Consortium. Daniele Leopardi of Tentazioni - Cucina Italiana in Paris, on the other hand, won Best Wine Shopkeeper of Italy 2024 Foreign, sponsored by the Consorzio Tutela Vini Friuli Colli Orientali and Ramandolo   Allwinestories is official media partner

The results of the fourth and final CMB session of the year, Sweet and Fortified Wines, have just been revealed. This year, over 300 wines from 23 countries competed. In addition to the major producing countries of this category – Portugal, France, Italy, China and Greece, which dominate the competition – several surprises came from other nations. Greece won a silver medal. So, honored and proud to announce that Visanto 12 years old of Venetsanos Winery Santorini won silver medal. The prestigious sweet 12 years old Visanto was rated by 6 judges from Belgium, Greece and Australia. The aromatic profile...

Our partner Carlotta Biraghi attented this prestigious gastronomic event and brings us the pulse of this out standing event that took place in Gorgonzola on 14 & 15 September 2024 At about twenty kms from Milan, in North-East direction, there is a town known since ancient Roman times with the name of Mutatio Argentia, a post station and place for change of horses on the road to silver (towards Aquileia), as it’s also evident from the city plant that develops on both sides of the main road that crosses it, a characteristic that the town has maintained to this day....

You've probably seen the news from Europe. The headline on Politico read, "Bordeaux bloodbath! France pays winemakers to dig up vines." The French government has allocated €120 million to subsidize the removal of as many as 30,000 hectares of grape vines in the Bordeaux region due to unfavorable market conditions, according to EuroNews. That's about €4,000 per hectare. The Bordeaux program is part of a bigger plan to take as many as 100,000 hectares (out of a total of 800,000) out of production. It seems to me that the numbers are both big (100,000 hectares removed?) and small (€4,000 per...

THE VINEYARD OF ATTICA DISAPPEARS..... In less than five years, if no immediate and effective measures are taken to support the winegrowers of Attica, the country's once largest vineyard with its special historical value and its environmental contribution to the residents of the capital will unfortunately no longer exist. The causes of this negative development are first and foremost the unacceptably low prices paid for wine grapes due to unfair competition and the absence of market controls. These prices, combined with the unprecedented reduction in grape production, do not ensure the viability of wine-growing holdings and do not provide financial...

We are pleased to present the winners of the 2024 OIV Awards, a distinction of the best vine and wine books! Out of 81 applications from around the world, the esteemed Jury honoured 14 winners with Awards, 15 with Special Mentions, and one with the prestigious OIV Jury President Award. This year, applications came from 22 countries, including both OIV member and non-member states, with France and Italy leading in number of submissions. Vine and wine experts and sector professionals worldwide contributed to the evaluation, and all acknowledged the high quality of the competing books, making the final decision a...

Par Marie Mougin 28 juiy 2024 To open this 75th edition of the wine fair, the Saint-Etienne brotherhood organized an AfterWine through time and grape varieties. After a presentation of the confrérie, Jean-Marc Betzinger introduced the day's tasters to the keys and stages of tasting, so as to get the blind tasting off to a good start. The first wine presented itself with a beautiful, brilliant deep yellow color. After the eye, we turn to the nose. The first nose is rather floral, with notes of hawthorn and acacia, in complete contrast to the second nose which is more mentholated,...

Epernay, July 19, 2024 - As usual at this time, the Champagne winegrowers and houses met in Epernay, within the Comité Champagne, to agree on the conditions for the next harvest. Yield The available yield for 2024 has been set at 10,000 kg/ha, a lower level than for the previous harvest (11,400 kg/ha) to take into account the situation on the export markets. Champagne has always endeavored to regulate its economy in order to preserve the industry's economic equilibrium and ensure its prosperity. An uncertain economic environment Champagne shipments in the first half of 2024 totaled 106.7 million bottles, down...

If you're reading this, chances are you're an adventurous wine lover eager to elevate your wine-tasting experience. If you are planning to visit some wineries to discover new gems before stocking up on winter wines, let's cover the basics. Most wineries will and should charge a tasting fee, underscoring the value of the product and service. Temperature plays a pivotal role in unlocking the full potential of a wine. While white wines served too cold may mask delicate nuances, reds at too warm a temperature can amplify alcohol volatility. Trust the wine educator at the winery to guide you on...

A unique wine-tasting travel experience will have the opportunity to experience friends of wine throughout Greece, participating in the festive spring event of the wineries "Open Doors". The event is organized collectively by the Wine Producers Associations of the country, at the visiting wineries of their members. On Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., friends and friends of wine and wine tourism, will be able to tour Greece's Wine Roads and participate in a variety of activities, which include guided tours, taste tests, contests with gifts and other surprises. It is worth noting...

Sauvignon Blanc is a delightful white wine produced from the grape variety of the same name. Let’s explore some fascinating details about this wine: Origins and Name: Sauvignon Blanc originates from the city of Bordeaux in France. It might also be a descendant of the Savagnin grape. Flavor Profile: Sauvignon Blanc is known for its vibrant flavors and racy acidity. Depending on where it’s grown and who produces it, the taste can vary: Fruit-Driven: Some Sauvignon Blancs are fruit-driven, with citrus aromas and flavors. Think grapefruit and gooseberry. Savory and Vegetal: Others have distinct vegetal notes, such as fresh-cut grass...

Magiritsa only for the lovers of the authentic Greek cuisine! Magiritsa is a unique and controversial Greek soup made from lamb offal and lettuce garnished with fresh herbs and finished of with a delicious egg lemon sauce. Ideal pairing with Nykteri Venetsanos Winery, recently awarded a gold medal at the international competition in London Α Bright yellow color wine with green hues. Delicate, intense, and aromas of pear, white flowers, and citrus fruits. Pronounced aromas of bitter orange, with hints of mastic and fennel root. Rich, oily mouth, highly refreshing acidity, and a characteristic saltiness. Enjoyable long aftertaste. Ntolmadakia Dolmadakia...

The Castle of Brolio: a symbolic place of the Chianti Classico territory Ricasoli is the most representative winery in the Chianti Classico area. Between rolling hills, velvety valleys and dense oak and chestnut woods, the 1200 hectares of property include about 240 hectares of vineyards and 26 of olive trees, in a continuous succession of colors and shades around the Castello di Brolio, in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti. In this most central portion of Tuscany, since 1993 Baron Francesco Ricasoli has been leading the company towards new challenges, with the deepest respect for his illustrious ancestors who made...

A Sommelier's Insight: ASI launches own podcast in collaboration with ASI Magazine Welcome to "A Sommelier's Insight", the podcast that decants the world of wine, service and other beverages, brought to you by the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale, in partnership with ASI Magazine. Here, we uncork the secrets of the trade, offering a rare blend of stories, expertise, and passion directly from the lips of the world's leading sommeliers and distinguished guests. Each episode we provide listeners with insider knowledge on hospitality and sommellerie. Join us as we traverse vineyards, explore the bustling backrooms of the world's finest restaurants,...

Ιn the village of Aniane, in Languedoc, winegrower Jean-Pierre Venture at Mas de la Seranne was quick to take an interest in the way vineyards cope with climate change, drawing on expert advice and insight. “In 2007, I planted Grenache on 418 and 103 Paulsen rootstocks to slow down the ripening process, and in 2012 I planted my first late-ripening cultivars, Counoise and Morrastel”, he recounts. Subsequently, he decided to push the boundaries further, setting aside 2 of his 18 hectares to trial a dozen or so late-ripening grape varieties designed to ripen at lower alcohol levels (below 14% ABV...

Baby Brunello, a cousin of the DOCG, Montalcino's second wine: there are many and varied "labels" that can be given to the Rosso di Montalcino. According to the Wall Street Journal, which recently praised it in an article, it could be seen as a more affordable Brunello for wine lovers who are both impatient and budget-conscious. In fact, despite having the same grape variety, territory, and producers, it costs one-third of Brunello (on average around 30 euros versus 90 euros for Brunello) but is available on the market much earlier than its more famous relative. The regulations for Rosso specify...

The 38th Chablis Wine Competition took place on Saturday January 20, 2024, under the presidency of leading French sommelier: Jean-Luc Jamrozik, President of the Association des Sommeliers de Paris.Discover the winners ! The Competition of Chablis Wines, organised by the Office du Chablis in partnership with the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB), took place on Saturday January 20, 2024, under the presidency of leading French sommelier: Jean-Luc Jamrozik, President of the Association des Sommeliers de Paris. This year, the 63 members of the jury tasted the 2022 vintage of the Petit Chablis, Chablis and Chablis Premier Cru appellations, and the 2021...