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Uncork La Dolce Vita at Vignamaggio in Tuscany
On screen direct from Italy, I had the most delightful conversation with Lucia Minoggio, General Manager at Vignamaggio. Having been sent six wines (as samples) for tasting and review, it was a joy to learn more about the 400 hectare estate (of which 65 hectares are under vine) located halfway between Florence and Siena in […] READ MORE The post Uncork La Dolce Vita at Vignamaggio in Tuscany appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning22 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswine-reviewswineries - news
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Five—The Hospices de Beaune)
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
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I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life: Part Four—The Start of the Hospices de Beaune)
A couple of weeks ago, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist28 viewsbeaujolaisburgundywineeiffel-towereuropefood - news
Wines of Alsace and the Loire Valley Reflect the Energy of France’s Cool-Climate Heart
There are many wines from regions in France other than Bordeaux and Bourgogne, but you know that, of course. That said, I continue to explore the luscious offerings from the Rhone Valley, Provence, Roussillon, Languedoc, Southwest France, Savoie, Jura, and of course Champagne. Just recently, I was sent wines (as samples) from both Alsace and […] READ MORE The post Wines of Alsace and the Loire Valley Reflect the Energy of France’s Cool-Climate Heart appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning22 viewseuroperegional-wineswhite-winewine-reviewschenin-blancmuscadet - news
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life): Part Three—Down to Beaune
Last week, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way back in the … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist27 viewsbeaujolaisburgundywineeiffel-towereuropefood - news
I am Pretty Sure I Was COVID Patient Zero (Recounting the Worst Ten Days in my Life): Part Two—Paris
Last week, I decided to recount one of my many trips to France, which also turned out to be what I consider to be the sickest I have ever been (and that includes COVID). It happened way back in the … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist29 viewsbeaujolaiswineeiffel-towereuropefranceparis - news
Habitation Velier Foursquare 2021 LFT Unaged White Rum – Review
I still remember the hushed rumours that swirled around the rumiverse even before the 2022 TWE Rumshow opened its doors. Richard Seale had something new, something original and something fierce in his leopardskin rock star trousers, and while supposedly it wasn’t officially on the shelves, maybe a sly wink and a significant nod to Pete [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky17 viewsbarbadosblended-rumscane-juice-rumseuropefoursquare-distilleryhabitation-velier - news
Italy’s Top Bottles Take the New York Stage at Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2026
“Life is too short to drink bad wine”. Truer words were never spoken! When I walked into the massive Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City on a rainy day in March, and saw the list of producers in attendance, I knew this wasn’t something I’d have to worry about, at least not today. The entire […] READ MORE The post Italy’s Top Bottles Take the New York Stage at Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2026 appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Ipshita Ray19 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-winesrosesparkling - news
Chateau Doisy Dubroca Sauternes-Barsac 1975 Review – Vibrant
It's not every day you can crack open a 1975 Sauternes-Barsac. Truth be told, we have never had one this old before. But after finding this one tucked away at a bottle shop we frequent for a rather reasonable price, we decided to give it a go. Before even opening this one, we noticed something ... Read more
by Jeremy23 viewswine-reviews4desserteuropefrancesemillon - news
Filipa Pato 3B Rose Brut Nature Review – Fruity Sparkling Rose
We've been enjoying wines from Filipa Pato for quite some time now, and have had our eyes on the 3B sparkling rose brut nature as one to try. This one is quite the interesting bottle, and, for those curious, the 3B element stands for the grapes, Baga and Bical, as well as the origin- Bairrada! ... Read more
by Jeremy21 viewswine-reviews3bagabicaleuropeportugal - news
Pierre Paillard Bouzy Grand Cru Les Parcelles XXI Review
After returning home from our trip to Champagne, we, naturally, started buying more Champagne. This wasn't so much because we didn't buy a lot while there (we did), but rather that many top producers were readily available to us at home- often not for much more than we could buy them in France. So we ... Read more
by Jeremy29 viewswine-reviews3europefrancepinot-noirsparkling - news
Lindely Vingard H..Vid 2023 Review – Crisp Danish White
During our trip to Denmark, we knew we had to pick up some Danish wines to bring home. Now, you may be thinking, isn't that quite far north for wine production? The answer is yes, Denmark very much is in the extreme in terms of climate, especially as far as grapes are concerned. But recently, ... Read more
by Jeremy21 viewswine-reviews2denmarkeuropejohannitermerzling - news
Rodaro Schioppettino Romain 2016 Review – Dried Fruit Notes
When out at a local wine shop, we stumbled upon a bottle of Rodaro's Schioppettino and, given that it was a new grape for us, we naturally scooped it up right away. But as this one is made with grapes that were allowed to raisinate, and clocked in at a robust 15% ABV, we never ... Read more
by Jeremy20 viewswine-reviews4europeitalyredschioppettino - news
Velier “Mother Mesccia” Pure Single Rum (Haiti/Monaco) – Review
Introduction With respect to Velier’s 2025 released white rum called “Mother Mesccia”, it seems to be something of an adapted revival – it’s neither precisely old, nor precisely new. At best, it’s a re-interpretation of a product of yesteryear. But it is interesting, from a historical perspective if nothing else. The way the story goes, [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky18 viewscane-juice-rumsclairinsdouble-distilledeuropehaitirum-reviews-by-country - news
La Maison Du Rhum Fortin Distillery 2007 13YO Rum Batch 3 (Paraguay) – Review
Among South American rums, some countries just don’t make waves outside their own borders. How many of us have heard of Gran Chaco from Bolivia, or Isla Ñ and Tickerman from Argentina, for example? In Paraguay, the source of today’s review, we’ve been fortunate once before to try the “Herocia” from the Fortin brand, and [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky21 viewsfinished-rumsaged-rums-11-15-yocane-juice-rumscastilla-distillerycolumn-still-rumseurope - news
Exploring Catalonia’s Notable Olive Groves: A Visit to Cuadrat Valley
At first light, olive trees spread across the Cuadrat Valley in natural rows and clusters. Their deep green leaves catch the morning sun against the warm, earthy tones of the soil beneath them. This tranquil corner of Catalonia lies in northeastern Spain. The land slopes gently inland from the Mediterranean coast and meets the borders... Read More
by About Wine & Travel11 viewsuncategorizedeuropefoodtravelwine - news
Mount Gay Single Estate Blended 5YO Rum (Release #1, 2023) – Review
Introduction Perhaps it was inevitable. The spirits market has been on a downturn since COVID receded and rum has been hit hard. Several mid range indies have gone under or are having financial woes, while the bigger and well known big name producers – Mount Gay, Appleton, DDL et al – are being forced to [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky17 viewsaged-rums-01-5-yobarbadosblended-rumseuropemount-gaypot-still-rums - news
In the Emperor’s Shadows: Exploring History, Flavors, and Hidden Passages within Diocletian’s Palace
https://luxebeatmag.com/in-the-emperors-shadows-exploring-history-flavors-and-hidden-passages-within-diocletians-palace/ In the Emperor’s Shadows: Exploring History, Flavors, and Hidden Passages within Diocletian’s Palace Posted by Darla Hoffmann | Dec 10, 2025 | About Wine & Travel, Croatia, Editor’s Picks, Featured | I dropped my bags at Hotel Fermai in Split, Croatia, eager to step straight into history. Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built at the end of the 3rd century AD as the retirement home... Read More
by About Wine & Travel17 viewsuncategorizedcroatiaeuropehistorytravel