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Bordeaux, bretels en betoverende tannines

March 29, 2019

If you thought suspenders had disappeared from the streets, you're sorely mistaken. They're making a comeback at the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux. Is this the new turtleneck, or does it perhaps have something to do with Bordeaux? I...

March 29, 2019

11 handy tips for wine and food pairings

Wine and food. Pairing them is an art in itself. When it works out, it's fantastic. And I'm talking about a case of one plus one equals three. Close your eyes and enjoy. The biggest tip is to experiment. Try...

March 28, 2019

Which wine with mussels?

Which wine goes with mussels? You tell me! There's nothing better than the first pan of mussels of the season. Whether it's enjoyed on the beach, as we used to do (I'm a native of Zeeland) or here on my...

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March 25, 2019

A look inside La Pèira and Damaisela – Languedoc at its best

Languedoc is something. I always call it "France's New World." The region where—unlike the rest of France—anything goes. I never knew what other splendors and magnificence awaited. The bulk wine region with the occasional standout? No, you can't call it...

March 8, 2019

What I Didn't Know About Sherry (Part 1)

I still remember the first time I drank sherry. I thought it was absolutely disgusting. I had no idea what it was, how it was made, and I mainly associated it with old aunts. Little did I know. As I...

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February 18, 2019

A Wine Fan in London: Noble Rot, Nopi & BobBobRichard

The Noble Rot Bar, the wine bar from the eponymous magazine, had been high on my wish list for a while. I really wanted to go there. Luckily, my friend and wine enthusiast Hanneke agreed to come along. Once back...

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February 11, 2019

Wine Q&A: Is a cork better than a screw cap?

The #winequestionnaire section answers your burning wine questions. Have a question? Let me know via email or Instagram. This time it's about cork or screw cap: which is better? Cork or screw cap? It's a question that's been circulating in...

February 8, 2019

What I Didn't Know About Sherry (Part 2)

Last week I wrote the first part about the developments in the wonderful world of sherry. You can read that here Read back. Today I'll continue with developments in marketing. What can you do if sales are disappointing? Lowering the price is...

January 31, 2019

Is there also such a thing as tasty prosecco?

For many wine drinkers, prosecco is a brand. The average consumer will therefore know little about its background, perhaps not even where the wine comes from or how it's made. So says Ronald de Groot, editor-in-chief of Perswijn, in his...

January 23, 2019

Which wine with carpaccio

Which wine goes with carpaccio? Carpaccio remains a staple on many menus in the Netherlands. It also often appears as a starter at family dinners during the holidays. But which wine should you drink with carpaccio? A world hit with...

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January 17, 2019

A look inside Domaine de Trévallon

On a beautiful autumn day, we arrive at Domaine de Trévallon. There's not a cloud in the sky, but the wind is blowing hard. The mistral is making its presence felt. We're met by Ostiane Durrbach, the founder's granddaughter, who...

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January 3, 2019

A wine fan in Rheingau and Rheinhessen

At half past eight I get coffee at the Starbucks at The Hague Central Station and less than five hours later we are already in front of the first winery. “Just getting a few bottles of Sekt,” says Jérôme, the owner...

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