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Why Ōku Asian Eatery is the Perfect Franschhoek Foodie Stop (Plus Restaurant Week News!)
Looking for the perfect foodie stop between your Franschhoek wine tastings? One of my absolute favorite local gems, Ōku Asian Eatery, has just made popping in for lunch or dinner even easier! Famous for their incredible multi-course Kaiseki dining, Ōku has officially launched a brand-new à la carte menu. Expect masterful Japanese techniques beautifully paired with the freshest South African produce. Plus, I’ve got all the delicious details on their upcoming Restaurant Week specials. Grab a glass of your favourite Cape blend and let's dive into what's on the menu!
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Pink Grapefruit and Rose Palomas
The post Pink Grapefruit and Rose Palomas appeared first on Platypus Wine Tours .
videoDot Cake...but make it a Martini 🍸
videoWine Color Deep Dive Golden Hues & Surprising Depth!
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Shining the spotlight on Ribera del Duero
The post Shining the spotlight on Ribera del Duero appeared first on Virgin Wines .
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Homebrew Blitzed
I used to enter homebrew competitions far more regularly, then kids happened and brewing took a bit of a back seat for a few years. Eventually though, things eased up and brewing become a more regular part of life, getting a proper kegerator definitely helped, as did getting a chest freezer for cold fermentation and then lagering. For the last couple of years I have brewed, on average, once every three weeks - well, the kegerator won't feed itself after all, and getting beer on tap in my own kitchen is freaking awesome. Admittedly I dipped a toe back into competition world last summer when I submitted a couple of brews to the Dominion Cup, but not knowing that feedback is now online rather than sent in the mail, I have no idea how they fared, other than not getting any gongs. To be honest, I didn't actually know that until Sunday morning when a friend told me that feedback was through the app for Virginia Beer Blitz, which was on Saturday. I entered three beers in this year's competiti
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New Zealand Winegrowers appoints new CEO
New Zealand Winegrowers announced today that it is appointing Anishka Jelicich as its next Chief Executive Officer from the end of July 2026.Winegrowers' Chair Fabian Yukich describes Anishka as a stand-out candidate with a deep understanding of the New Zealand wine industry, combined with extensive global knowledge and experience. "She offers strong credentials in navigating complex international environments, a deep understanding of policy and trade and a proven ability to build alignment...
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Dublin's west coast
A couple of weeks ago, I made a return visit to Urban Brewing to see what was new. I'm not sure if it's a positive sign that the big winter beers which were there in December were still on: the Wee Heavy and Winter Stout, though it's nice that more people get to enjoy them, perhaps. New was an American Cream Ale , a style we almost never see in Europe, never mind Ireland. I'm not much of a fan, but that doesn't usually stop me. It's the yellow-green shade of a Golden Delicious apple and very slightly hazy. The aroma is that of a pilsner: clean, crisp grain husk and a gently fresh grassiness. While there's a bit of lagerishness in the flavour, and moreso in the texture, sitting in the middle is a huge honking mass of perfume or fabric-softener taste. Bleuh. The brewery says they've intended it for session drinking (it's 5% ABV) but before the half-way point of a half pint, I was finding it tough. I had been expecting bland, so getting something actively unpleasant was a shock. This migh
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Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024
Wine review: Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024 I recently poured a glass of the Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024, and it’s a perfect pairing for enjoying the last of our warm weather.… The post Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024 appeared first on The Cheeky Vino wine blog .
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Vin de France Cleverly Hitting the Spot
That classification opens new doors for us. The post Vin de France Cleverly Hitting the Spot appeared first on MidWeek Wines .
videoFranciacorta 🇮🇹 | Italy's Premier Sparkling Wine #sparklingwine
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videoHow to Pronounce Palazzo Strozzi #florence
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videoPublic access to 67 Pall Mall in Bordeaux
Could wine clubs become more accessible? 🍷 Lorraine Carrigan, commercial director of 67 Pall Mall reveals plans for public access to the club's new branch in Bordeaux. Would you visit 67 Pall Mall in Bordeaux? Follow for more wine insights. #WineClub #BordeauxWine #WineLifestyle
videoMy New Book Hit #1 in 28 Hours! 🍷
My new wine book Napa Valley Decoded just hit #1 in Wine Collecting, #1 in Wine Buying Guides, and #3 in all Wine — plus the Top New Release badge. Grateful for the support! If you have not yet picked up a copy, you can get one here: https://amzn.to/4x7fJ3Y
video99% of wine drinkers will fail this test
Don’t check the comments until you have your answer. ⏱️🍷 We put 17 seconds on the clock. If you know anything about Italy’s greatest age-worthy wines, you should have this locked in by the second hint. Did you spot the "King of Wines" reference, or did you have to let the video loop to figure it out? Drop your exact guess in the comments below. 👇 Stop guessing and start drinking with confidence. Hit the link in our bio to explore our curated Italian cellar. #winetrivia #italianwine #piedmont #barolo #winequiz #bighammerwines
video☀️Vinos desde #costco para el #calor y el #verano de #puertorico, #playa y #bbq🇵🇷
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Derwent Estate’s rare Tassie soil
Derwent Estate’s top chardonnay and pinot noir are named Calcaire as a result of the soil. The winemaker of 22 years standing, John Schuts, says this is a unique pocket of land in Tasmania.
videoHow to Open Champagne Properly | Avoid Spills, Pops & Flying Cork🍾🥂
Opening a bottle of Champagne shouldn't be stressful. Just in time for National Bubbly Day, Molly is showing you how to properly open Champagne like a pro. Learn the simple technique to safely remove the foil, loosen the cage, control the cork, and preserve those precious bubbles without sending the cork flying across the room. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting brunch, or simply enjoying a glass of sparkling wine, this quick guide will help you open your next bottle with confidence. Happy National Bubbly Day! #Champagne #HowToOpenChampagne #NationalBubblyDay #SparklingWine #WineTips #ChampagneTips #WineEducation #ChampagneLover ---- Find what you love, love what you find at Total Wine & More’s YouTube Channel. Discover what top wine makers are uncorking 🍷, what’s shaking on the cocktail scene 🍸 and what’s brewing on tours led by masters 🍻. Come back often, you’ll always find something new to love. Cheers! 🥂 Shop Now: https://www.totalwine.com/ Don't for
videoClassic AMERICAN Pinot Noir
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videoJune 2026 Update and Wine Recommendations at B.C. Liquor Stores
Thank you all for continuing to view my channel. 1. My Youtube videos are now streaming in a show format on Wine Watches & Whiskey, which streams on Roku, Apple Fire TV and free on StirrTV. Here is the link to the channel: https://stirr.com/watch/7269/wine-watches-and-whiskey 2. I will be visiting Summerland, B.C. for a deep dive into their wines June 11-14, 2026. If anyone is up there at that time and would like to drink with me, please contact me at trophywinehunter@gmail.com As my viewers and subscribers may know, I am trying to go for quality over quantity this year. So I am limiting myself to 250 glasses of wine this year. As of May 31, I am now up to 104 glasses so I pretty close to my goal. Here is a list of wines I drank in May: Bichot 2017 Echezeaux Grand Cru Louis Latour 2016Corton Grancey Chateau Haut Brion 1986 Chateau Figeac 2015 Pol Roger 2004 Cuvee Winston Churchill Chateau L’Evangile 1961, 2005, 2017 & 2018 Bodega Ruiz Gastaldo 2021 Nevoeiro Nebbiolo Nota Be
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La Vieste en Rose: il vino rosa si racconta
C’è un momento, all’inizio dell’estate, in cui alcune città smettono di essere solo luoghi e iniziano a raccontarsi. Il 1° giugno 2026, Vieste lo fa attraverso un colore: il rosa. La settima edizione de La Vieste en Rose torna con un’idea semplice solo in apparenza: mettere il vino rosato al centro non come prodotto stagionale, ma come chiave di lettura di un territorio. Non una festa del vino, ma un dispositivo narrativo. Il rosato come linguaggio mediterraneo C’è un passaggio interessante nelle parole di Giuseppe Carrus: «Il rosato è probabilmente il vino che più di ogni altro racconta il Mediterraneo. Non per moda, ma per natura.» È una posizione che sposta il discorso dal mercato al paesaggio. Luce, sapidità, immediatezza: elementi che prima ancora di stare nel bicchiere stanno fuori, nel Gargano, nel vento, nella rifrazione del mare. In Puglia questa relazione è storica. Vitigni come Negroamaro, Bombino nero e Nero di Troia non producono rosati per adattamento, ma per vocazione. U
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My Ode to Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a Timeless, Mysterious Poet
video£18 French Sparkling Wine vs Champagne 🍾 Is This the BEST Budget Alternative? (Episode 566)
In this episode of Wine Mastery, we taste a French sparkling wine that claims to deliver a Champagne-like experience… but at nearly half the price 👀 At around £17–£18 from Majestic, could this be the perfect budget alternative to Champagne? We explore the aroma, taste, and value to see if it really stacks up. Expect notes of fresh apple skin, bright acidity, and a delicate, “Champagne-esque” character—without the hefty price tag. But does it have the depth and polish of true Champagne? We also cover: • How it compares to cheaper Champagne 🍾 • Whether ageing on lees makes a difference • Food pairings (including fish & chips and… White Cheshire cheese 🧀) • Our honest scores out of 100 👉 If you're looking for a great value sparkling wine for summer evenings, celebrations, or just an easy-drinking fizz—this could be one to try. 🥂 Wine tasted: Crémant-style French Sparkling (approx. £17–£18, Majestic) 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and explore more Wine Mastery reviews!
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Drops of SunGod: Michel Rolland and China
“Focus on the vineyards.” That was the advice Michel Rolland—the wine world’s most famous consultant—gave during a 2012 Shanghai panel called China Wine Revolution. Rolland, ...