The wine region of Gibbston is located in the region of Central Otago of South Island of New Zealand. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Wild Irishman or the Domaine Two Paddocks produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Gibbston are Pinot noir, Pinot gris and Tempranillo, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Gibbston often reveals types of flavors of peach, red fruit or dried fruit and sometimes also flavors of black fruit, citrus fruit or floral.
In the mouth of Gibbston is a with a nice freshness. We currently count 10 estates and châteaux in the of Gibbston, producing 23 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Gibbston go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or game (deer, venison).
Imagine you went to a restaurant and ordered what you thought was a modest Burgundy, but it tasted like a great Bordeaux. Would you be disappointed? Even if what I received was technically a better wine, I think I would be. After all, quality isn’t the overriding criteria when I select a bottle of wine to drink; most of all, I’m thirsting for a specific style. That’s why I’m sometimes wary when hearing about a change of direction in an appellation. Am I still going to find the wine I’m looking f ...
The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) invites you to enjoy this video in which Jean-Pierre Renard, Expert Instructor at the Ecole des Vins de Bourgogne, explains the topographical and geological characteristics of the Rully appellation. Here the vineyard is planted on different hills which have very different gelogicial characteristics. It partly explains the great diversity in the expression of the Rully wines. This video is taken from the “Rendez-vous avec les vins de Bourgogne” program (February 20 ...
Wine might have a centuries-long history, but its ever-changing trends still keep us on our toes. Decanter in partnership with Wine Access will discuss what’s en vogue and what’s next in the world of wine in a live webinar discussion on Wednesday, 4 May at 7pm ET/4pm PST/12 BST. Hosted by by Vanessa Conlin MW, head of wine at wine club & wine retailer Wine Access, this lineup boasts expertise in every aspect of the industry, from growing to winemaking to sales and fine dining. It includes s ...
