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🍷 Discover the art of wine blending 🥂 Have you ever wondered why winemakers blend different grape varieties or vintages? Dive into the world of winemaking in our latest blog post as we uncover the secrets behind this practice. Click to discover the nuances that make wine blending an art form unto itself. #WSET #wineeducation #wineblending #winemaking

PINOT GRIS FROM HUNGARY, BUT NOT WHAT YOU EXPECT. Although Pinot Grigio is supposed to be the same grape, the style between the two wines couldn't be further from one another. This time I tasted a Pinot Gris 🍇 or as we call it in Hungary a Szürkebarát. I am not sure why not the second name is on the label but I let 5Dudás Winery answer that question. That is not my first wine 🍷 from the winery but it is definitely the most interesting one! Just look at that color❗️ 👉 A light salmon with apricot yellow hints in the glass with a medium viscosity. The nose is full of ripe stone fruits, like peaches with pear, quince, and baked apple with a slight nutty character to it. ☝️The palate is very harmonious with the nose, with even more almonds and nuts with those baked apples in the medium plus length. It has a high acidity and low alcohol (12,5%) with a lovely medium body. A good quality wine 🍷 that drinks beautifully now at 10-12°C. They suggest it with crunchy bread, soups, and smoked fish and I think they are spot on! 👌 I never had a Pinot Gris🍇 like this before but I can only recommend trying it, it was a lovely sip last weekend to catch up with an old friend! What was the most interesting wine you have tried lately? ⬇️ #pinogris #feherbor #hungarianwine #winediscovery #winetravel #magyarbor #winetastingnotes #winebusiness #wineindustry #wine #winetasting #winetips #winetime #winemarketing #winemaker #winemarket #digitalamarketing

🍷 Would you like my top 90 wine choices? 🍷 I do love my wines. And they are not all expensive either. To me, a great wine is a wine that YOU LOVE. 🫵 It’s not about price at all. Some of my absolute favorite picks are $15 a bottle as a great dinner table wine. I want to share with you my list of wines that I have gathered over the last decade plus. These are my absolute favorites out of who knows how many. 😂 😇 Not in any order either. So here we go! De Martino Legado Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2018 Notes and a bit more about this wine! Produced from certified organic estate-owned vineyards located in Maipo Valley, Legado Cabernet Sauvignon shows aromas of black berries and black currants abound on the nose of this full-bodied wine. They are backed by subtle hints of vanilla and mocha from 14 months of aging in French oak barrels. A smooth, approachable wine with firm tannins. Great wine and it’s priced at around $15.98 depending on where you get it. I highly recommend this wine. I hope you found this helpful in choosing a great wine! DRINK, BE MERRY & GO BE AWESOME!! Jason Miller Founder/CEO Strategic Advisor Board This post was brought to you by: Jason Miller, AKA: Jason “The Bull” Miller, Founder/CEO and Senior Global Managing Partner of the Strategic Advisor Board - What has your business done for YOU today? #wineoftheday #favoritewines #bestwines #awesomewines #redwines #whitewines #myfavoritwines #jasonthebullmiller #strategicadvisorboard

🍇 GRAPE TALK; EPISODE 20: Sweet Wines of Austria.🍷 Today, let's talk about the world of Austrian sweet wines! Here are 3 key facts to know about the subject: ☝️But first, save this post for your studies and hit that follow button so as not to miss the next episode! 1️⃣ The Prädikatswein system is the essence of Austrian sweet wine making, categorizing wines based on grape ripeness. From Spätlese to Trockenbeerenauslese, each style has its distinct aromatic character and flavor profile. 2️⃣ Austrian sweet wines are crafted from classic grape varieties such as Grüner Veltliner, Riesling of course, and Welschriesling amongst others. These grapes are the most suitable to express the richness and complexity of these delightful wines. 3️⃣ Neusiedlersee is Austria's hidden gem for sweet wines, where grapes flourish in the unique microclimate near the lake. Here, the lake gives the perfect conditions to noble rot to thrive, producing high quality wines. To learn more about the subject, take a look on my article: https://lnkd.in/eCeMaMA 🍷 Have you tried Austrian sweet wines before?🍇Let me know in the comments! 🍇 Love my content? Wineries and wine brands, let's collaborate! Reach out for partnership opportunities. #WineEducation #AustrianWines #SweetWines #GrapeTalk #wineknowledge #wineeducator #winewriter #wineblog #sommelier #grape #wineglass #wine #winebusiness #wineindustry #winemarketing

🍷 Would you like my top 90 wine choices? 🍷 I do love my wines. And they are not all expensive either. To me, a great wine is a wine that YOU LOVE. 🫵 It’s not about price at all. Some of my absolute favorite picks are $15 a bottle as a great dinner table wine. I want to share with you my list of wines that I have gathered over the last decade plus. These are my absolute favorites out of who knows how many. 😂 😇 Not in any order either. So here we go! Vina San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Notes and a bit more about this wine! Intense, deep ruby red with purplish tones. This wine demonstrates a strong bouquet, marked by elegant and intense aromas of ripe red fruit like cherries, plums and blueberries, in addition to cassis blended with notes of chocolate, mocha and cedar. Very dense and concentrated, with mature and noticeable tannins. In addition, the wine displays a very good balance between the tannins, acidity and oak. Great wine and it’s priced at around $16.99 depending on where you get it. I highly recommend this wine. I hope you found this helpful in choosing a great wine! DRINK, BE MERRY & GO BE AWESOME!! Jason Miller Founder/CEO Strategic Advisor Board This post was brought to you by: Jason Miller, AKA: Jason “The Bull” Miller, Founder/CEO and Senior Global Managing Partner of the Strategic Advisor Board - What has your business done for YOU today? #wineoftheday #favoritewines #bestwines #awesomewines #redwines #whitewines #myfavoritwines #jasonthebullmiller #strategicadvisorboard

What Is Rosé: Quick Guide To Pink Wine Pink wine happily spans the colorspace between red and white wine, in a way, rosé is more like a state of mind. Rosé happens when the skins of red grapes touch wine for only a short time. Where some red wines ferment for weeks at a time on red grape skins, rosé wines are stained red for just a few hours. The winemaker has complete control over the color of the wine, and removes the red grape skins (the source of the red pigment) when the wine reaches the perfect color. As you can imagine, nearly any red wine grape (from Cabernet Sauvignon to Syrah) can be used to make rosé wine, however there are several common styles and grapes that are preferred for rosé. Tasting Rosé Wine The primary flavors of rosé wine are red fruit, flowers, citrus, and melon, with a pleasant crunchy green flavor on the finish similar to celery or rhubarb. Of course, depending on the type of grape the rosé wine is made with will greatly vary the flavor. For example, a deeply-colored Italian Aglianico rosé–rosé is called “Rosato” in Italy,– will offer up cherry and orange zest flavors, and a pale-colored Grenache rosé from Provence in France will taste of honeydew melon, lemon and celery. #rose #winetasting #winelovers #hotelier #beverages

Co-fermentation, a winemaking technique for results different than usual blending. 🍷 Is a technique where two or more grape varieties are mixed and fermented together. This process is different, since the usual practice is that each grape variety is fermented separately and the wines blended after it. Co-fermentation can offer several benefits to winemakers, like improved complexity, more color extraction, and a natural balance that is difficult to achieve. ✅ When talking about natural balance, we can showcase a very well-known duo. Syrah and Viognier, that are often fermented together in wines from the Rhône Valley. This practice can enhance the aromatic profile and texture of the wine. Some winemakers also use co-fermentation with different white grape varieties to create unique blends with increased complexity. Overall, co-fermentation is a technique that allows winemakers to experiment and create, something we really appreciate. 📸 In the picture: #2 Somm recommends: Torbreck, the descendant. One of the firsts co-fermented wines in Barossa Valley, Australia. 🇦🇺 This wine is a mix of power and smoothness, made from old vines of Shiraz and a small percentage of Viognier. #sommelier #winelover #wine #sommelierlife #fermentation #redwine #shiraz #viognier

Sipping on sunshine: Unveiling the secrets of a good wine https://lnkd.in/drZEcJ8T Ever wondered what makes a wine truly great? It's more than just a label or a price tag. It's about the journey from vine to glass, the passion of the winemaker, and the magic that happens when grapes meet soil and sun. ☀️ Here's a quick guide to help you navigate the world of wine and discover your new favorites:  Know your grapes: Different grape varieties produce wines with unique flavors and characteristics. Explore the diverse world of wine grapes and find ones that suit your palate.  Consider the region: The climate and terroir of a wine region play a significant role in shaping the wine's taste. Explore wines from different regions to experience the diversity of flavors.  Mind the vintage: The year a wine is made, known as the vintage, can influence its quality and character. Consider the vintage when selecting wines, especially for aged expressions.  Pay attention to the label: The wine label provides valuable information about the wine's origin, grape variety, alcohol content, and style. Read the label carefully to make informed choices.  Trust your taste: Ultimately, the best way to find a good wine is to try different ones and see what you like. Don't be afraid to experiment and discover new flavors. Remember, there's no right or wrong when it comes to wine. It's about personal preference and finding wines that bring you joy. So, raise a glass and embark on your wine adventure today! Join our group on Instagram to know more: https://lnkd.in/drZEcJ8T #wine #winetasting #winelover #wineoclock #winetime #goodwine #wineeducation #wineknowledge #winetips #winepairing #wineanddine #winestagram #winecountry #grape #vineyard #winery #winemaker #winepassion #winelife #wineworld

Natural, or indigenous fermentations are not a wild, leave-it-to-the-winds affair. There is a lot of science behind a healthy, indigenous ferment; science that starts in the vineyard and moves into the winery. Indigenous ferments imprint a unique 'fingerprint' on wines as the yeast and bacteria populations are diverse and unique to the vineyard site and winery. However IF's can be tricky affairs if you don't have a strong yeast population, good science, exceptional winery hygiene and a boatload of experience. The resulting wines should be pristine and in some cases stunning. Never should they be unstable nor oxidised, nor taste like vinegar. Unfortunately many technically flawed wines wave the 'natural' flag, a disservice to consumers and to those who work tirelessly to ensure their indigenous ferment wines are impeccable, speak of the land and are genuinely world-class. For consumers what can you do? 1. Trust your palate. If you don't like a wine, figure out why. What don't you like? i.e. Too acidic, astringent, alcoholic (hot) or unbalanced. 2. Don't get caught up in wine jargon. Understanding taste is sensory, so a feeling is far more relevant than a descriptor, i.e. delicious. Don't tell the wine critics, but no one has ever asked for more rocks and lemons. 3. If you like a wine from a particular winery, explore and see what else that company produces, generally they will make other wines you will like. 4. Follow the winemaker. Just like chefs, if you like a winemaker's style, you'll like his wines, regardless of where they are made. i.e. John Belsham makes wines in New Zealand, Australia and France that reflect his signature style, all very good, but have very different personalities. 3. Most winemakers are fairly accessible, and generally down to earth, (John's mum calls us, 'fancy farmers'). If you can, visit a winery, or pick up the phone. A simple G'day will go a long way, and for us Fancy Farmers, it's always nice to hear from our admirers. 🥂 #WineBusiness #NZWine #winemaking #newzealand

It’s tempting to dismiss 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐞 as fake and superficial, but we think that would be a bit shallow-minded. Celebrity wines may simplify for people who find the traditional world of wine an elitist jungle. A well-known name on the bottle can make it a bit easier to choose a wine. For the wine industry, it’s all the more important to choose the right name. When the connection between the person and the wine lacks relevance, and the cooperation only serves to make up for a wine’s absence of identity by linking it to a celebrity’s personal brand 🤑, it may in the end really hurt small scale wine producers with limited marketing budgets. So if you’re a wine producer or an importer who wants to cooperate with a celebrity and yet support wine diversity in the market, be sure to pick a star who is as passionate about wine as you are! 🤩 You’ll be in good shape if you choose someone who: ✨ has a genuine interest in and an extensive knowledge of wine. ✨ is in harmony with the wine estate’s values. ✨ is actively engaged in the wine production process; be it thoughts regarding choice of grapes or preferred flavours to participation in grape stomping or part ownership. In fact, we at WineWorld are about to launch our cooperation with a hand-picked wine enthusiast…but you’ll have to exercise your patience a bit before we’re able to reveal who it is. 🤫 #wineindustry #winebusiness #beverageindustry #wine #winery #wineries #winemaking #winemaker #vins #vino #vinos #winecountry #enologia #wein #vinhos #vinho