“Volcanic origin is not a marketing concept,” says Jean-Baptiste Deroche, referring to the fact that wines can now be certified “volcanic origin” by the Vinora association of which he is chairman. Perhaps not the origin itself. However, for a few years now, this branding has been undeniably transformed into a marketing concept. And it is […] Continue reading: Volcanic wines, myth or truth? | New Brief #264 --- The post Volcanic wines, myth or truth? | New Brief #264 was originally p...| BKWine Magazine
A grapevine can live for many years. In Barossa Valley, some vines are 250 years old—but that’s extremely rare. (There are several claims around the world for “the world’s oldest vine”; Slovenia – 400 years! – Bordeaux, England etc.) Occasionally, we see individual vines that are 100–120 years old in southern France and Spain. How […]| BKWine Magazine
This past spring, we have been to Champagne and Bordeaux, among other places. Wine regions that are undeniably masters of their respective wine styles. They have a lot in common, not just the fact that they are both famous and sought after. They are also both specialists in blending.) The concept of blending is often […]| BKWine Magazine