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Amorim Cork is a well-known name in the wine industry, supplying almost half of the cork stoppers used annually worldwide. Marinela Ardelean spent several days visiting the company now led by the fourth generation of the family and returned with a bag full of figures and stories. 🍷 Did you know that a cork oak tree lives for 200 years, the first cork harvest for stoppers can only be made after 43 years, and then every 9 years after that? 🌳 Read more in the Wines of Romania article. 🔗 Link in comments. #WinesOfRomania #Amorim #CorkStoppers #OakTree

One of the questions I get the most during my bubbliness masterclass is "What is Grower Champagne?". If you have even the slightest interest in wine, you most certainly have heard the term "grower champagne". But what exactly is a grower, and what makes them so special? There are a few different definitions, and it's not all black or white, so I have outlined it in a clear and concise article. If you are interested in tasting some amazing artisan champagnes, then join one of my next bubbliness classes. The next on is on Friday 31 May! https://lnkd.in/diqzu2ve

Discover the work of Antonio Míguez Amil, one of the vigneron behind the repositioning of the Ribeiro as one of the most historical #wine regions of the Old World: https://lnkd.in/eZr5awVS

Thank you Emerald Hill, the hidden gem of Singapore, for hosting our cosy Vinolytics gathering! Most informative and fun presentation of a very impressive line up of wines - kudos Joseph Keats! And thank you for making us all feel at home Dmitry Levit. Let’s do this again! #winetastinglikenoother #vinolytics #forecastforsuccess #wineanddata #consumeranalytics

Areni Co-Founder and Executive Director Pauline Vicard recently visited Georgia and had the opportunity to expore the world of Qvevris. Some takeaways: Qvevris are an interesting winemaking vessels that have the capacity to build complexity in wine: - Temperatures are not controlled during winemaking and will vary significantly during the process. This is said to contribute complexity and depth. - The pointy shape of the qvevris is important: Pips sink to the pointy end and are covered by lees, and stems. Lees protect the pips from being broken down by alcohol, preventing bitterness. - The large shoulder of the qvevris mean that the cap will be thinner and wider, with skins well distributed - It’s important to have healthy grapes and ripe stems because there is no intervention from the winemaker during a long and complex process. Imperfections will be amplified. - It’s also important to have high quality qvevris to advoid oxidation These interesting vessels can be tricky to get right – but they have the capacity to contribute complexity to a wine. A very insightful experience (and, also: spot the cute dog...)

Ever wondered how Icewine is produced? Learn about the extreme winemaking techniques used in the production of Icewine at Inniskillin Winery. Check out this quick read for all the details. #Icewine #Winemaking #InniskillinWinery

Burgundy is admired by many. It is a simple and complex area, where everything is mapped down to the finest detail, and nothing is left to chance. The best wines from Burgundy can be magical, and few regions can match the same high level. Quality has only increased in recent years, and demand is likewise on the rise. Especially the red wines attract attention, but in recent years, there has been an increased interest in the whites. In this article, the top white Burgundies are examined - in particular the appellations with Grand Cru classification. 👇

How I made my amber qvevri wine in Georgia using two rare, indigenous grape varieties, Kisi and Khikhvi. https://lnkd.in/eGZKMk3g

We are taking a few minutes from our hectic schedule through America’s PREMIER cool-climate region to share these vineyard views! This winemaking region possesses a few key similarities to the Mosel region of Germany: - A cool continental climate with very cold (sometimes freezing) winters, warm summers and a long, cool autumn. - Mosaics of soil types across the gentle to steeply-sloped vineyards oriented towards bodies of water, which help to moderate vineyard temperatures during extreme weather events (notably in winter). - The importance of Riesling, the cold-hardy Vitis vinifera grape variety which thrives in these very cold conditions. - A wide range of types and styles of wines produced, especially from Riesling; still and sparkling, from dry to medium to sweet (and even Ice Wine)! Can you guess the winemaking region we are visiting this week? Let us know in the comments. #riesling #winesoftheworld #alwayslearning #alwaystasting #tastesavoir #tasteknowledge