I am using the world’s friendliest online business engine…it’s free…forever! Malta is a small island in the central Mediterranean Ocean just 80km south of Sicily. Visit Malta to taste the superior wines of Malta. Malta is certainly one of the smallest wine-producing countries in the world. Wine has been present in Malta for thousands of…
Early spring marks the awakening of sleepy vines in leafless vineyards. Join me as we are reminded of the annual tale of budburst, shoots, vines, and wine. Budburst or bud break is that momentous moment that happens in the vineyard each spring as the vines wake up from their winter sleep. All winter long, grapevines…
Sparkling wines come in a wide variety, with huge price differences, sweet or bone-dry, yeasty or fresh and the difference in production method is of utmost importance. So, what is the difference between Champagne, Prosecco and Cava, aka sparkling wines? I am using the world’s friendliest online business engine…it’s free…forever! Sparkling wine is an umbrella…
I am using the world’s friendliest online business engine…it’s free…forever! Groot Constantia celebrates wine history and heritage in a bottle. The world-renowned wine estate Groot Constantia is a wine farm in Constantia in the South African city of Cape Town. Wine has been produced on-site since 1684. These wines, Syrah and Merlot among others, are…
Wine production in the United Kingdom has experienced a significant resurgence in recent years, thanks in part to changing climate conditions that have made it increasingly viable to grow grapes and produce wine in regions that were previously considered unsuitable. The Midlands, including Staffordshire, has been a part of this revival, with several vineyards contributing…
Greetings, dear readers! It’s Leon here, and today, I’m thrilled to take you on an unforgettable journey down the picturesque Trent and Mersey Canal in the heart of England. Join christine and i, as we share our four-week adventure aboard our trusty 40-foot narrowboat, the “Spirit of Sproglet.” Our escapade is filled with locks, laughter,…
Portugal is a country with a rich history of winemaking that dates back to ancient times. The country is home to a diverse range of wine regions, each with its unique terroir, grape varieties, and winemaking traditions. Duoro Valley One of the most well-known wine regions in Portugal is the Douro Valley, which is located…
Florence, Italy, must be one of the best destinations to explore wine and cheese tasting in Tuscany. Located in central Italy along the Tyrrhenian coast, Tuscany is home to some of the world’s most notable wine regions. Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano are primarily made with Sangiovese grape whereas the Vernaccia…
The Barossa Valley in South Australia is well-known for its red wine and in particular its Shiraz, also known as Syrah. Other main grape varieties grown in the region include Riesling, Semillon, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon. Fortified wines have been traditionally produced in the region as well. Join us to explore the awesome and best…
Strandveld Vineyards is the southernmost winery in Africa. Located between Elim and Cape Agulhas, the winery derives its name from the belt of land that spans the tempestuous tip of Africa’s southernmost coastline. Inspired by early explorers, it was in 2001 that a group of wine lovers turned to the original navigation maps to seek…
