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Wijn van de week - Domaine de la Cras - L'Equilibriste - Bourgogne 2023

Wine of the Week - Domaine de la Cras - L'Equilibriste - Burgundy 2023

Week 16, 2025 It's Easter and I've just run 7 kilometers. Eyes on the prize, because I knew: a Burgundy awaits me. That automatically makes you run (faster). Today it's time for Domaine de la Cras, a wine estate in...

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#167 World Malbec Day met Laura Catena

#167 World Malbec Day with Laura Catena

Today—April 17, 2025—is World Malbec Day, and we're naturally celebrating it. In this episode, we'll talk you through the most important malbec regions. We'll start in Cahors and finish in Mendoza with Laura Catena. We've been given the maestro of...

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#166 Wijnspijs: wat werkt (en wat niet) met Astrid Joosten

#166 Wine and food pairing: what works (and what doesn't) with Astrid Joosten

We're recording this podcast from a sun-drenched location: Boerderij Overamstel. What a wonderful spot! We've been invited by Cordier Wines , who are hosting their spring tasting here. None other than Astrid Joosten joins us to talk wine and food....

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#165 Op je Paasbest met Foodies Magazine 🐣

#165 Looking your best at Easter with Foodies Magazine 🐣

Beautiful Austria, everyone! This episode is all about one big feast: Easter brunch. With the latest issue of Foodies Magazine on the table, we discuss our favorite recipes and the tastiest wine suggestions for Easter. Expect a mix of savory...

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Wijnvraagbaak: wat betekent grand cru precies?

Wine FAQ: What exactly does grand cru mean?

The #wijnvraagbaak section answers your burning wine questions. Have a question? Let me know via email or Instagram. This time it's about grand cru . Yesterday I was talking to a group of students about Bordeaux. If that hits you...

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Een wijnfan in Stockholm

A wine fan in Stockholm

Stockholm has one of the best-preserved historic city centers in the world. Stately buildings, beautiful architecture, and fantastic Scandinavian cuisine. But what about Sweden's wine culture? One thing's for sure: bring a fat wallet or take out a second mortgage,...

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Vosne-Romanée olé, olé!

Vosne-Romanée olé, olé!

Last summer, Albert and I visited the family estate Domaine Robert Sirugue in Vosne-Romanée, Burgundy. This otherwise rather dull village produces some of the most sought-after and expensive red wines in the world. But why are these wines so incredibly...

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Le Grappin maakt wijn in Bourgogne, Beaujolais en de Rhône

Le Grappin makes wine in Burgundy, Beaujolais and the Rhône

A little bell rang when I saw Le Grappin at Haut les Mains, a wine event in Burgundy. Where did I know this from? Suddenly it clicked: I was drinking a glass of Santenay Les Gravières Blanc for the first...

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Van Kabinett tot Trockenbeerenauslese

From Kabinett to Trockenbeerenauslese

German wine law is a specialized field. Perhaps you're familiar with French wine law. Each AOC prescribes a number of (sometimes numerous) rules. For example, if you want to label your bottle with Sancerre, you must comply with these rules....

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Update 2025: 6x Spaanse favorieten

Update 2025: 6x Spanish favorites

After visiting Barcelona Wine Week, I'm once again blown away by the quality and diversity of Spain as a wine country. I love it, and I'll be back next year. This time, the focus isn't on Garnacha, but on a...

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Wijnproeven, hoe doe je dat?

Wine tasting, how do you do that?

Tasting wine is more than just a simple sip. It's about aroma, flavor, and texture. Whether you're a newbie or have already uncorked a few bottles, with a few simple adjustments you can get more out of your glass. How?...

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Een wijnfan in de Beaujolais: liberté, équalité, gamay

A wine fan in Beaujolais: liberté, équalité, gamay

Beaujolais, the French wine region often portrayed in a somewhat less positive light. Sweet juice, the region of Beaujolais Nouveau , the Gamay grape that Philip the Bold didn't believe in. Haha, idiot. Sometimes I think: I'd better not promote...

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