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Nurturing Nature's Bounty
Spain's farmers and winemakers are taking advantage of the country's unique geography and numerous indigenous grapes, to produce wines with character that are growing in popularity.
7 min |
Summer 2025
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"Producers invest heavily in oenology but very little in viticulture"
In a wide-ranging conversation with Ruma Singh, soil experts Lydia and Claude Bourguignon, emphasize the importance of healthy soil in producing good wine
6 min |
Summer 2025
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Should wine be paired with food?
V Sanjay Kumar’s belief that good wine and food don’t go together was put to the test at a wine dinner where international wines were paired with Indian cuisine, course by course, by two experts in the field
7 min |
Spring 2025
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A Story of Terroir, Tradition and Timeless Elegance
Michele Shah takes us on a journey to the birthplace of one of Italy’s top sparkling wines Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
4 min |
Spring 2025
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Pushing Boundaries Argentina's Wine Evolution
On arecent visit to Argentina, Rosemary George discovers how the Argentine wine industry has changed since her last visit in 1989
6 min |
Spring 2025
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The call of FARMLORE
Kaveri Ponnapa meets Chef Johnson Ebenezer at Farmiore on the outskirts of Bengaluru, which she considers one of the best contempcorary restaurants she has dined at in recent months
9 min |
Spring 2025
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UNIQUE WHITE WINES
Give red wines a break, says Mira Advani Honeycutt, and discover a world of flavour from lesser known white wines along California’s Central Coast
6 min |
Spring 2025
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Small is beautiful ... and bubbly
Grower Champagne is attracting attention as small producers increase their focus on sustainability, authenticity and the environment, writes Ruma Singh, who met several Champagne producers brought over by Cellar 33 at ProWine Mumbai 2024
7 min |
Spring 2025
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A Celebration of Food, Wine and Storytelling
Pune’s Aragma restaurant provides a unique Culinary experience that elevates everyday Indian ingredients in creative dishes served with a dash of storytelling, writes Brinda Gill
2 min |
Spring 2025
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AMARO An Alluring Elixir
Despite its bitter taste, Amaro charms the palate with tts bouquet of botanical flavours, writes Brinda Gill
5 min |
Spring 2025
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Oenophile's notebook
Sous-Commanderie, New Delhi
10+ min |
Spring 2025
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DOMAINE FAIVELEY Two Hundred Years Young
Reaymond Blak sketches miniature portraits of the Faiveley wines he tasted
6 min |
Spring 2025
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Sula expands to Karnataka
The wines produced at Domaine Sula have helped Sula Vineyards further establish its presence in Karnataka and other states in South India, writes Brinda Gill who visited the winery recently
5 min |
Spring 2025
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Sula Turns 25 Celebrating a Milestone, a Vision, a Legacy
Over 25 tra see ina an oe ctign atten Deccewtlc., cornerst of India’s win volution, writes Devati Mallick
5 min |
Spring 2025
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How the Spanish came up tops with their tapas
First discovered the small Spanish savouries known as tapas in the bars and cafés of Barcelona, following the steps of Hemingway
3 min |
Spring 2025
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Le Cep: A Historic Gem in Beaune
describes a unique hotel in Beaune that offers a rare mix of historic charm, world-class wine and Michelin-starred cuisine
4 min |
Spring 2025
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Rendezvous with Peter Hall.Winemaker at Breaky Bottom Vineyards in the Sussex Downs
It was only after 90 minutes with Peter Hall that I realised whom he reminded me of.
2 min |
Spring 2025
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Godinho Historic family owned restaurant
Feasting on Portuguese and Indigenous Goan flavours, relive the calm and quiet of a time long gone by,
3 min |
Winter 2024
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Laurent Ponsot is one of Burgundy's most celebrated winemakers
Jon Wyand finally captured the mercurial Laurent Ponsot - a renowned winemaker and vintner known for his exceptional Burgundy wines - on camera
2 min |
Winter 2024
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Exploring Brunello vintages
Ten years in the bottle, a long decant, and yet the harsh tannins overshadowed everything.
4 min |
Winter 2024
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An ode to the diva grape
It is worth tasting Pinot Noir in all its varied roles - from the shy, delicate ingénue, and simple yet intense New World newbie to the full-on Grand Cru prima donna
4 min |
Winter 2024
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Best ways to explore wine in a new city
The first thing most of us want to do when we go to a new city, be it Dallas or Boston, is to enjoy a few good wine tastings
4 min |
Winter 2024
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Champagne Billecart-Salmon
One would think that a 200-yearold Champagne as renowned as Billecart-Salmon did not need any marketing, yet Billecart-Salmon AsiaPacific head, Sebastien Papin was recently in India to tell us about the brand and how the wine is best appreciated.
2 min |
Winter 2024
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A thoughtfully curated wine experience
Wine tastings at Vintage Wines in Karjat, Maharashtra, are designed to enhance the appreciation of wine and deepen our understanding of it, writes
3 min |
Winter 2024
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The legacy of Henri Gouges
The wines of Maison Henri Gouges from the commune of Nuits-Saint-Georges are considered among Burgundy's hidden gems
6 min |
Winter 2024
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An overview of Sussex and
Rosemary George describes the importance of Sussex as an appellation and its potential for tourism
5 min |
Winter 2024
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Shades of Rosé
Rioja and Navarra share a love for Grenache, producing two very distinct styles of rosé, writes Elizabeth Gabay MW, which succsesfully enrich the category as her tasting notes illustrate
5 min |
Winter 2024
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UK hit by a Sommelier Shortage
Carol Wright on why there is a shortage of sommeliers in the UK and what it means to be a sommelier
5 min |
Winter 2024
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"I have opened the door: I will hold it for others to enter"
Master Sommelier, Kamal Malik is the first Indian to pass the top qualification of the Court of Master Sommeliers. His story, as he tells it to Ruma Singh is both inspiring and dramatic
7 min |
Winter 2024
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"Wine only comes into its own when there is company"
Wine is all about shared experiences and camaraderie, writes Raymond Blake, as he recalls the wonderful wines he enjoyed this year
6 min |