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The VDP.Weinbörse in Mainz is a must-attend event every year for anyone passionate about Germany’s finest wines. In 2025, there were once again many exciting discoveries – and, of course, a reunion with some familiar favorites. Vintage 2024 – A Year for Riesling Lovers! A few words in advance about the 2024 vintage: Despite the […]
Rarely have I been so delighted about an allocation as I was with that of Johannes Aufricht. Three bottles, each promising something special: 2021 Sekt Blanc de Blanc Cuvée 03 Brut Nature, 2021 Sekt Blanc de Blanc Cuvée 04 Brut Nature, and the 2022 Nachtweid Pinot Noir – finally arrived in Bremen and unpacked full […]
Madeira Wine Today by Jeroen Bronkhorst Self-published | ISBN 9789083012438 Madeira was once a royal wine icon, but today it often gathers dust in the kitchen cupboard. Wrongly so, as many experts consider Madeira to be one of the world’s greatest wines. Jancis Robinson MW, for example, has chosen it as her ‘Lone Island Wine’. […]
I couldn’t find much information on the combination of Macvin and Vacherin Mont d’Or, so I had no choice but to experiment myself. From experience, I knew that an oxidatively aged Savagnin pairs wonderfully with Vacherin Mont d’Or baked in the oven. Around 30 minutes at 200°C (top and bottom heat) allows it to melt […]
On 29 January 2025, wine lovers experienced a top-class vinophile spectacle at the BAR RIQUE in Bremen – an evening that brought the fascination for Bordeaux to life in all its facets. In collaboration with the renowned Bordeaux wineries Château Branaire-Ducru (Saint-Julien), Château Giscours (Margaux), Château Clinet (Pomerol), Château Canon La Gaffelière (Saint-Émilion) and Château […]
