The wine region of Binissalem-Mallorca is located in the region of Mallorca of Iles Baléares of Spain. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Biniagual or the Domaine Biniagual produce mainly wines red, white and pink. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Binissalem-Mallorca are Manto negro, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Binissalem-Mallorca often reveals types of flavors of cherry, butter or pear and sometimes also flavors of white peach, white pepper or tree fruit.
In the mouth of Binissalem-Mallorca is a powerful with a nice freshness. We currently count 23 estates and châteaux in the of Binissalem-Mallorca, producing 132 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Binissalem-Mallorca go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal.
The small island of Gorgona, just off the coast of Livorno, isn’t your run-of-the-mill viticultural area – its main purpose is to serve as a penal colony. Not just any prisoner can reside on Gorgona, however. Up to 90 incarcerated men live on the island at a time, alongside 17 residents and a handful of police officers. Prisoners on the island are allowed to stay for a maximum of five years, which must conclude the end of their sentence. After Gorgona, the men are set free. Scroll down to see ta ...
Not so long ago, most Hermitage was a blend of different vineyards from across the hill. However, since the 1990s we’ve seen an increasing range of single-vineyard wines being made. Getting a handle on the most important sites will help guide you to a style you enjoy, and even if you prefer blended wines, becoming familiar with the individual Hermitage lieux-dits will enrich your drinking experience. Scroll down to see Matt Walls’ tasting notes and scores for seven wines from Hermitage lie ...
The agreement formed part of a bilateral trade agreement between the European Union and the Kiwi government. It affords sparkling winemakers in Veneto trademark protection, ensuring that fizz produced in other countries cannot be labelled ‘Prosecco’ in New Zealand. This represents another symbolic victory for Prosecco producers in Italy. In December 2021, the Consorzio di Tutela Prosecco DOC celebrated a similar agreement in China. The Consorzio launched the application for GI protection in Chin ...
