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Paul Cullen Finds a New Rhythm Beyond Bad Company
More than ten years ago, I met Paul Cullen, former Bad Company bassist who had entered his next stage as a chef focusing on Italian recipes paired with Italian wines. At the time, Paul already had a reputation on the East Coast of being engaging and entertaining but also as someone who had an art […] READ MORE The post Paul Cullen Finds a New Rhythm Beyond Bad Company appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning5 viewsappetizersentreeseuropepeople-you-should-knowrecipesred-wine - news
Provence Cuisine Meets Tuscan Wine with Savory Mushroom Galette and Bell’Aja 2021 Bolgheri Superiore
An anytime favorite in my house is a savory baked mushroom galette accompanied by a spinach salad for lunch and/or roasted herb chicken for dinner. Of course, a glass of Bell’Aja 2021 Bolgheri Superiore from Tuscany is poured no matter which meal! French cuisine and Italian winemaking style is always a flavorful taste sensation. My […] READ MORE The post Provence Cuisine Meets Tuscan Wine with Savory Mushroom Galette and Bell’Aja 2021 Bolgheri Superiore appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning15 viewsentreeseuroperecipesred-wineregional-winesside-dishes - news
An Evening with Resident in New York City Showcases the Art of Pairing Food and Wine
On a balmy Wednesday evening in August, I made my way to an address in Manhattan I knew well enough but had never visited before: the Copper building on 1st avenue on the east side. This building is quite the architectural marvel, more like two pillars of copper precariously balanced against each other, one inclined […] READ MORE The post An Evening with Resident in New York City Showcases the Art of Pairing Food and Wine appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Ipshita Ray17 viewsdessert-wineeuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-winesrestaurants - news
A Toast to 110 Years of Gil Family Estates
Gil Family Estates, an award-winning wine producer from Spain is celebrating its 110th anniversary. The tradition of winemaking began in 1916 when Juan Gil Gimenez, the great-grandfather of the current generation, built the original winery in the Jumilla region of southern Spain. Continuing the family endeavor was Juan Gil Guerrero and his sons, Juan Gil […] READ MORE The post A Toast to 110 Years of Gil Family Estates appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning20 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswhite-winewine-reviews - news
La Farra Prosecco Superiore Sparkles With a Low Country Seafood Boil
Summer is starting to wind down with children returning to school, sunsets beginning a few minutes earlier, and the weather starting to cool off (in some parts of the world!). In the United States, Labor Day weekend signals this shift and although many of us aren’t quite ready for pumpkin spice, we can at least […] READ MORE The post La Farra Prosecco Superiore Sparkles With a Low Country Seafood Boil appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning17 viewseuropeevents-and-travelregional-winessparklingwine-reviewswineries - news
Mendes & Symington’s Contacto Alvarinho 2025 is a Brilliant Expression of Vinho Verde
Elegance and authenticity are in each bottle of Alvarinho produced in the northern areas of Portugal. Having visited the regions four times, my fascination with this indigenous grape is endless. When I received a recent opportunity to taste Mendes & Symington’s Contacto Alvarinho 2025 ($22) as a sample, no hesitation was needed. If this grape […] READ MORE The post Mendes & Symington’s Contacto Alvarinho 2025 is a Brilliant Expression of Vinho Verde appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning21 viewseuropepeople-you-should-knowregional-wineswhite-winewine-connoisseurswine-reviews - news
Paris Welcomed Us to the Table at Le Fumoir, a Hidden Gem to Discover
This past spring, eight ladies including me spent a luxurious five days discovering nuances of Paris that are not on the typical play list. Planned one year ago, I hosted this band of Francophiles who clearly, by the end of the trip, exuded a true joie de vivre. For four full days and an evening […] READ MORE The post Paris Welcomed Us to the Table at Le Fumoir, a Hidden Gem to Discover appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning16 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-winesrestaurantsrose - news
Understanding Italy through Wine – What Makes Italy the Most Diverse Wine-Producing Country on Earth?
What do Italian cars have to do with Italian wine? Everything, apparently. Turns out, Italian cars are as fundamental to the DNA of Italian culture and way of life as Italian wine! The brand Fiat, for example, is as synonymous with Italy as is say, Barolo, Brunello, or Chianti. Now, you may be wondering why […] READ MORE The post Understanding Italy through Wine – What Makes Italy the Most Diverse Wine-Producing Country on Earth? appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Ipshita Ray21 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswhite-winewine-events - news
Weingut Nigl Freiheit Gruner Veltliner 2025 Review – Best With Food
We always love a good bottle of Gruner Veltliner from Austria, as they can range from easy-drinking to complex and, regardless of style, typically pair rather nicely with a wide array of food choices. Weingut Nigl Freiheit Gruner Veltliner was one such bottle, and while we wanted a bit more complexity out of this one, ... Read more
by Jeremy17 viewswine-reviews2austriaeuropegruner-veltlinerwhite - news
Latest Pours from Cantina Tramin, Alto Adige’s Legendary Cooperative
Chilled white wines (sent as samples) were poured and on the table as our group of journalists, as part of a virtual tasting, swirled, sipped and learned about Cantina Tramin, a highly regarded wine cooperative in Tramin, Alto Adige located in northern Italy. Cantina Tramin is noted for its quality whites cultivated in cool climate vineyards […] READ MORE The post Latest Pours from Cantina Tramin, Alto Adige’s Legendary Cooperative appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning20 viewseuropeevents-and-travelregional-wineswhite-winewine-reviewswineries - news
Echoes of Wine on SOMM TV Lingers Long After the Credits Roll
Many of us know how wine is made, but how many of us understand where wine was conceived? Now, thanks to two time James Beard award winning producers Christine and Jason Wise of SOMM TV, Echoes of Wine, their latest film, reveals not only the secrets of Georgia’s viticulture but the humble people who reflect […] READ MORE The post Echoes of Wine on SOMM TV Lingers Long After the Credits Roll appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning22 viewseuropeevents-and-travelpeople-you-should-knowproduct-reviewsregional-wineswine-connoisseurs - news
Hatzidakis Winery Mavrotragano 2022 Review – Santorini Red
When we think of wines from Santorini in Greece, our first thought is almost always the acidic white Assyrtiko. But did you know the island is also home to delicious red wines, too? Although the holdings of Mavrotragano are quite small, if you ever stumble upon a bottle, like this one from Hatzidakis Winery, grab ... Read more
by Jeremy20 viewswine-reviews4europegreecemavrotraganored - news
Pour Provence Rosé and Let the Celebration Begin
Decades ago, I spent a summer in Paris between my junior and senior years in college. As I immersed myself in French culture from sun-up to sundown, my love for travel was solidified as was my new-found adoration of good wine paired with food. A particularly fond memory of that summer was the annual Bastille […] READ MORE The post Pour Provence Rosé and Let the Celebration Begin appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning22 viewseuroperegional-winesrosewine-reviewscinsaultgrenache - news
Tresor Des Sables Tavel 2023 Review – Intense Rose
When it comes to interesting and, dare we say, somewhat robust rose wines, we almost always look towards Tavel in France to enjoy bottles made with the Rosé de Saignée method. This method effectively is bleeding off juice that is macerating on the grape skins as pigmentation is building. So rather than, say, a soft ... Read more
by Jeremy26 viewswine-reviews3europefrancegrenachemourvedre - news
Benanti Etna Bianco 2023 Review – Classic Sicilian White
When we visited Sicily, we absolutely fell in love with Benanti on the eastern side of Mount Etna. From their entry level wines to premium contrada (single vineyard) sites, we really didn't have a bad pour there at all. So when we buy an everyday drinker from Sicily at home, odds are good we turn ... Read more
by Jeremy24 viewswine-reviews4carricanteeuropesicilywhite - news
Athens’ Line beats Sips to become Best Bar in Europe
The inaugural Europe’s 50 Best Bars list has been revealed, with Athens toppling Barcelona as the region’s top cocktail city The post Athens’ Line beats Sips to become Best Bar in Europe appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Lauren Bowes14 viewsheadlinenewsathensawardsbarcelonaeurope - news
Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks
Though the organic sector overall is growing in France, the official statistics for 2025 show that alcoholic beverages are the only categories shrinking, with two powerhouse regions driving the decline. The post Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband16 viewsnewsagence-biobordeauxdb-newseuropefrance - news
Glass recycling collection hits EU record
Glass collection for recycling hit a record 82,2% in the EU in 2024m according to new data released today. The figures revealed by Close the Glass Loop showed a record performance for glass packaging collection for recycling across the EU, reaching a rate of 82.2% in 2024. This performance underlines the efficiency and effectiveness of separate...
by Tim16 viewsnewseurope - news
Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France
Paris again banned public drinking this weekend in response to the record-breaking heatwave engulfing parts of Europe. First responders and hospitals are already fighting a weather-induced influx of patients, Paris police chief Patrice Faure says, and the drinking ban is a move to prevent further hospitalizations, according to The New York Times. The ban on drinking takeaway alcohol in public began at noon Central Europe Time today and will end at 7 a.m. tomorrow morning. It will be in place for the same timeframe from Saturday to Sunday. The article Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley18 viewsdrinkingeuropefrancegovernmentlawparis - news
Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano
Located in Montepulciano, a historic Italian town between Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia, is one of its most prestigious wineries, Fattoria della Talosa. Along with superior wines are barrel cellars and a tasting room in underground tunnels excavated by the Etruscans over 2200 years ago, then used as military bunkers during World War II. Intrigued? After […] READ MORE The post Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning16 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswine-reviewswineries - news
UK sales and volumes up at Damm
Spanish brewer Damm has recorded a 19% increase in sales in the UK and group revenues of €2.01 billion (£1.73 billion) along with a net profit of £133 million during 2025. The figures were released at the company’s recent AGM where international growth described a key driver at the business with Damm present in more...
by Tim17 viewsnewseuropeukunited-kingdom - news
Heineken appoints new CEO
Heineken has appointed Rafael (Rafa) Oliveira as the company’s new CEO. Oliveira will join Heineken from JDE Peet’s N.V., the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, where he has served as CEO since 2024. Following Keurig Dr Pepper’s acquisition of JDE Peet’s, he has been appointed to lead Keurig Dr Pepper’s planned Global Coffee...
by Tim14 viewsnewseurope - news
When frost strikes, Château Clarke brings in the sheep
To protect vines from cold conditions, wineries in Bordeaux rely on an array of methods. This year, Château Clarke achieved a 2°C increase in temperature using an unconventional solution: a flock of woolly sheep. db reports. The post When frost strikes, Château Clarke brings in the sheep appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones17 viewsnewsbordeauxchateau-clarkeeuropefrance - news
Belgian brewers invest but consumption declines
Belgium’s beer consumption declined in 2025 but the nation’s breweries continue to invest heavily in new technology and process improvements, new research shows. The figures, released by the Belgian Brewers Federation, revealed that consumption dipped by 3.2% to 6.2 million hectolitres. Export demand, which is a strong contributor to the Belgian beer sector, dropped to...
by Tim15 viewsnewseurope