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Most famous for the production of perfectly pale, prettily pink rosé wine, Provence is home...
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The Best Restaurants in Hungary

The restaurants of Hungary’s capital city have changed in recent years as a result of...
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Food and Wine spotlight on… Catalonia

Catalonia, an autonomous community of Spain, is well known for its vibrant cities, sandy beaches...
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Top 10 Things to Do in Tuscany

At Winerist, we are in love with beautiful Tuscany. With its stunning landscapes, its beautiful...
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Uncovering Amble Wine, where wine learning is offered through practice

During her latest trip to Bordeaux, our CEO, Diana Isac attended an event hosted by...
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Ridgeview sparkling wine

‘Life is for celebrating’, the joyous motto and philosophy of the Ridgeview family, a highly...
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Our Top 5 Greek Islands To Visit

Greece is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. A country renowned for...
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Best wineries to visit on the Greek Islands

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Wine Tours in England: Best Wineries in Kent and Sussex

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Healthanuary – Find Your Balance

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Sober October: The Best Alcohol Alternatives Put to the Test

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5 of the Best Places to Drink Champagne in London

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The best truffle hunting tours around the world

Whether they are black or white, big or small, French or Italian, the season for...
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Harvest in Spain and Night Harvesting

We’re approaching mid-September, which means that the grape harvest in Spain is in full swing. Here, in D.O. Rueda, the...
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Food and Wine in Southern Italy’s Puglia

Hidden in the deep south of Europe, Puglia is one of Italy’s leading local secrets....
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Surprising Wine Destinations You May Not Have Discovered Yet

Lovers of wine can reel off the world's best destinations with a click of their...
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Best Wineries to Visit in the Loire Valley

Stretching luxuriously along the banks of the longest river in France, not only is the...
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The Top 10 Summer Cocktails for Your BBQ Parties

Your Memorial Day barbeque is nothing but ashes and memories now as summer barbeque season...
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Best Tips for Wine Travel in Croatia

Croatia is all about diversity! Diversity of geography, grape and terroir. It is about being...
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The 10 Most Famous Spanish Wineries to Visit

For an unforgettable wine holiday, think of Spain - the country with the largest surface area...
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Enjoy a Foodie and Wine Staycation in the heart of England

Stay at Hampton Manor set in 45 acres Hampton Manor combines history and modernity in...
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Healdsburg – The Food Capital of Sonoma

If you have not been to Sonoma yet, we insist you go. Not because we...
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The Top 10 Restaurants in Barcelona

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Top 10 Things to Do in Australia

Beautiful scenery, exotic wildlife and… delicious wines; there’s no denying it, Australia should be on...
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Wine, Dine and Relax in Douro Valley at The Yeatman Hotel

Arriving late at night at the Yeatman Hotel, nestled between Portugal's port houses, is like closing...
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How to spend the perfect weekend in Provence

Rich in centuries of history and ancestral know-how, Provence brims with wonders to be discovered....
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Sicily Diaries Part I: The Wine and Food of the South of Sicily

A self drive trip through Sicily is a Winerist’s dream. The rich nature of this...
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Best Gins for Christmas 2020

Just in case you were in doubt, Gin is still Great Britain’s most loved drink...
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5 Things You Must Do in Santa Barbara

California’s Santa Barbara region is one of Winerist’s Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2020. The...
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The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts for Wine Lovers

  Whether you love to be in love on Valentine’s Day or hate the hype...
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7 Romantic Venues for Valentine’s Day

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Winerist’s Top 10 Argentine Wines Right Now

Not only is Argentina one of the most beautiful and diverse nations in South America,...
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5 Top Wineries to Visit in Salta, Argentina

Salta is a little known paradise for some of the best wines in Argentina. While...
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New Regions for the Wine Traveler

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Best Hotels in Puglia, Italy

Puglia, also known as Apulia, is easy to find on a map: it’s the heel...
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3 Cocktails for the Holiday Season

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Best Things to Do in Maipo Valley, Chile

Roughly 50 kilometers southeast of the Chilean capital of Santiago sits the Maipo Valley, also...
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Three Cocktails to Kick off a Great Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a holiday that celebrates not only a successful harvest but also the gratitude...
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Best Wineries to Visit in Cahors, the Birthplace of Malbec

April 17th marks International Malbec Day, which commemorates the day in 1853 when the Argentinian president...
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Best Wineries to Visit in Umbria

Some embark on winery tours because they are true aficionados, but many — if not...
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Spotlight on… Et Cetera Winery, Moldova

Any trip to Chisinau is not complete without a winery visit,and we thoroughly recommend our...
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Where in the World is the Largest Wine Cellar?

  The world’s largest wine cellar is something to behold. Stretching an impressive 200 km...
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Can you taste wine with your testicles?

  Is this a ridiculous question? Well, not necessarily. ‘Can you taste with your testicles?’...
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What to drink with your Easter Feast!

As you plan the festivities for the big day, don’t forget to pick up the...
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Things to do in London on Mother’s Day

  With just four days to go before Mother’s Day here in the UK, we’ve...
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The gadget no wine lover can do without!

Gone are the days of waiting for a really special occasion to pop the cork...
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Winerist Presents – Our Top 5 Most Romantic Destinations!

  If it’s romance you’re looking for, there’s no better way to show your love...
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Pants On or Pants Off? A Quick Guide to Sauna Etiquette…

We’ve all been there - you’re about to enjoy a lovely, cleansing sauna but you’re...
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Top 10 wine regions to visit in 2018

  You know about Bordeaux, Champagne and the Napa Valley - 2018 is the year...
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6 of the Best… Places to Drink Sake in London

The latest episode of The Wine Show transported us to Japan to discover the ancient...
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Wine 101: Pinot Noir

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Meet the Partner in… Chianti, Tuscany

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Hosting a fun (and low-alcohol) pre-NYE dinner party!

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Best Sweet Wines to pair with Festive Treats

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Christmas Entertaining Cheats – you’ll thank us for later.

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Winerest recommends: ‘Finally! An alcohol free sparkling ‘wine’ worth getting excited about…’

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What’s On in November 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

As autumn days get crisp and cool, November arrives with plenty of events to warm...
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5 Top Grenache Wines in South Africa

Grenache used to be the most planted red grape selection across the world, with substantial...
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What’s On in October 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? The harvest season has started last August in the Northern...
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Top 10 Things to Do in Piedmont

Piedmont is a stunning Italian wine region with a plethora of things to do to suit...
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Wine Lovers Continue to Toast Worldwide

Consumers' love for wine has not deteriorated even after so many years. Despite the fact...
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Top 10 Things to Do in Lyon

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Top 5 Activities Around Lyon

Lyon is such a wonderful city where there is so much to do for everyone....
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What’s On in September 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

Summer is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere, and vineyards will soon show...
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Best Restaurants in Mendoza, Argentina

Searching for a fun foodie vacation? Mendoza, Argentina has come a very long way in...
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Unique Ways to Cook with Wine this Summer

Memorial Day has passed, so summer barbeque season is off and running!  You or some...
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Unique Ways to Travel and Take a Wine Tour this Summer

Summertime is here! If you aren’t going to be stuck at home being a taxicab...
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What’s On in July 2017 – Best Wine & Food Events around the world

  What’s happening in the vineyard? In the Northern Hemisphere, the young berries are starting...
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Wine Related Gifts to Give to Your Bridal Party

One thing is certain to carry you through the process of planning your wedding without...
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Best Wine and Food Tours for Cruise lovers – Top 5 destinations

For many people a cruise is the ultimate holiday, a destination that stays the same...
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Ultimate luxury with Evarae wine resort wear

Our CEO & Co-Founder, Diana Isac talks to EVARAE Founder Georgia Thompson about the EVARAE...
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Test your Vintelligence! 18 April 2017

It's time for our weekly Vintelligence question! How good is your wine knowledge? 1. Where...
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What’s on in May 2017: Global food & wine events

May is the perfect time for a vineyard visit, whether you are in the Northern...
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Easter Chocolate & Wine Pairing

What can be better than spending the Easter Sunday with a glass of good wine...
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How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Mendoza

  Mendoza: Argentina’s largest and most important wine region. The climate and topography found here...
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Elegant Kitchen Décor Ideas for Wine Lovers

Everyone can appreciate a good glass of wine, but there’s a difference between an appreciation...
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What to do and where to go in Languedoc-Roussillon

Perfectly located in the south of France, now part of the Occitanie region, the Languedoc-Roussillon...
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A Wine Guide for Your Summer Wedding

A summer wedding can be pretty tricky weather wise. You never know if it’s going...
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Boating to your Wine Tour: the Best Wine and Boat Tours in 2023

  Here is our selection of the best boat ride and wine tasting experiences combined...
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Can we guess your Ideal Wine Destination?

The world is full of fantastic wine regions to discover, which sometimes makes choosing the...
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Foodie Tips for Enjoying Your Favorite Glass of Wine No Matter Where You Go This Summer

In the midst of winter, wine is your go-to drink. You can pour a glass...
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Love The Wine You Are With

When it comes to love, we tend to forget that wine and food matter. Winerist...
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8 Things All Wine Experts Do in the Spring

Photo credit: Serge Esteve - Pexels.com   A Sommelier is an expert trained in how to...
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Lady Gaga about to launch her wine label

The quirky Lady Gaga is a famous American singer and songwriter. Her career started in...
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Everything You Need To Know About Drinking Champagne

Did you know that Champagne is actually a French Region? Champagne raises many questions for...
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Best Wineries to Visit in Etna, Sicily

In the shadow of Mount Etna… grapes, vines and winemakers. Get ready to discover the...
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Castello di Casole, Tuscany: An Authentic Tuscan Experience

Winerist had a quick chat with Laura Fiore, Sales and Marketing Manager at Hotel Castello...
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What’s on in February 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around The World

February brings with it many great, global food and wine events and festivals. From the...
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17 Georgian Grape Varieties to look out for in 2017

There are approximately 530 unique grape varieties in Georgian that have been recorded by a...
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A Guide to Poland’s Regional Food

Poland has swiftly become the city break of choice boasting European charm, natural beauty and...
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A Beer Guide to the Lake District

The Lake District is home to over 20 breweries, many with award-winning drinks that can...
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A Wine Guide for Christmas

Christmas is full of flavours. It’s an explosion on our taste buds. An epic battle...
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Thanksgiving Traditions: Food, Wine and Culture

THANKSGIVING HISTORY Thanksgiving is a traditional American holiday which is celebrated every year on the...
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What’s on in January 2017 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

With the annual festive craze coming to an end, relatives going home and friends coming...
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What’s On in December 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? Despite what one might think, there is still a lot...
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Where to Wine and Dine in Dubai

There is nothing quite like indulging in a delicious meal and an array of cold,...
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Wine and Chocolate Pairings to Impress Your Guests

Pairing wine and chocolate can be a contentious point for wine connoisseurs. The rich, bold...
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Errazuriz Encourages Excellence in Food and Drink Photography

Pink Lady® Food Photographer of the Year is delighted that Viña Errázuriz are once again...
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Tasting in the Dark: Infra-Red Wine

Infra-red wine  Laithwaite’s Wine launches first ever ‘Tasting in the Dark’ to put wine aficionados’...
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What’s On in October 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? The harvest season has started last August in the Northern...
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Top 6 Bordeaux Wine and Food Tours

Anyone who loves wine will know that Bordeaux is the big daddy of wine regions!...
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The Top Wine Trends Expected in 2017

The Top Wine Trends Expected in 2017 The wine world is a constantly growing industry....
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What’s On in September 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

Summer is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere, and vineyards will soon show...
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Why Brazil is the next sparkling wine destination – On the Brazilian wine trail

Brazil is best known for the sandy Copacabana beaches and it's caipirinha, it's national cocktail....
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What’s On in August 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

What’s happening in the vineyard? August is the month of veraison (see below) when the grapes’...
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5 Reasons to Visit Alsace

Alsace seems to be France’s best kept secret for food and wine lovers. With the...
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Discover Querciabella, One of Tuscany’s Premium Wineries

In July we visited Tuscany's Querciabella winery and had a great time. During our visit we...
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How Does Alcohol Consumption Fit Into Human History?

Humans have been consuming alcohol since the beginning of recorded history. The first alcoholic product...
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Rioja’s Top Wine and Food Tours

Named after the River Oja, Rioja is the oldest DO (Denominación de Origen) in Spain,...
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What’s On in June 2016 – Food and Wine Events around the World

With June comes the perfect excuse to start planning your wine and food summer holiday. ...
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Sparkling Wine Food Pairings

There is a popular misconception that Champagne and sparkling wines are only useful for raising...
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What’s On in May 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around The World

May is the perfect time for a vineyard visit, whether you are in the Northern...
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What’s On in April 2016 – Food and Wine Events Around the World

It's the start of bank holiday season, so you should make the most of the...
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Where To Go And What To Do In Sonoma

Planning a visit to wine country is on every wine lover’s bucket list, but other...
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Pancakes and Wine – A Recipe for Pancake Day

This is just a little recipe which is one of my favourites to cook on...
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What’s on in February – Food and Wine Events Around The World

February brings with it many great, global food and wine events and festivals. From the...
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The World’s Most Spectacular Wine regions

From the stunning Santorini Island in Greece, to the exotic Casa Blanca Valley in Chile,...
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Chianti Classico and Fattoria Viticcio

  My case is a real example of ‘visit Tuscany once and you will keep...
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What’s on in January – Food and Wine Events Around the World

With the annual festive craze coming to an end, relatives going home and friends coming...
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12 Alternative Christmas Markets around the World

In the weeks leading up to Christmas, we witness hundreds of wine, food and souvenir...
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IN SEARCH OF FORGOTTEN SECRETS: WINERIST TRIP TO VALENCIA AND ALICANTE – PART ONE

When one thinks about Spanish wines, first names that come to mind are of course...
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IN SEARCH OF FORGOTTEN SECRETS: WINERIST TRIP TO VALENCIA AND ALICANTE – PART TWO

Valencia DO Second day brought even more pleasant surprises. After a short stroll through the...
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What’s on in December?

What’s happening in the vineyard? Despite what one might think, there is still a lot...
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Discover the Fascinating Story Behind Carménère

It has been 21 years since the rediscovery of Carménère, Chile’s signature grape, and today...
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TEST YOUR VINTELLIGENCE! 24TH NOVEMBER 2015

It's time for our weekly Vintelligence question! How good is your wine knowledge? 1. Why...
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Interview over a glass of wine with Baglio Donnafranca

Please tell us a bit about your property, the region, its history, the people behind...
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Where to Taste Terrific Wines in Sonoma

Sonoma Valley’s hills and hamlets create a quainter feel than Napa’s broad valley. This region’s...
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How to build your own wine cellar?

The Australian wine industry has a world-wide fame for producing excellent quality, award-winning bottles that...
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Happy International Merlot Day

We know Merlot lovers doesn’t need a special reason to enjoy a glass of their...
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What’s on in November?

  As autumn days get crisp and cool, November arrives with plenty of events to...
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Discover Assa Valley and the wines of Kazakhstan

Looking at green horizons of Assa Valley and its stunning pristine vineyards near Almaty, Kazakhstan,...
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Discovering Tuscany from Villa al Colle

Have you ever dreamt of going back in time and see what it would be...
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Cooking French Food with Steve Groves at Cactus Kitchens

I love to cook and am grateful that in London, we have a plethora of...
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Languedoc reinvented – the wine region to watch

The Languedoc, a land steeped in rich history, peppered with awe-inspiring natural beauty and brimming...
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Japan’s Elite Grapes

  The joyous song of the cicadas under the blazing sun, surrounded by a delicate...
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Reasons To Love And Try Greek Wine

Why hasn't Greek wine taken off in the UK? Andrew Barrow explains why we need...
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Introducing Piedmont’s Finest Wineries – La Raia and Cascina Cucco

In the north-west of Italy you’ll find the beautiful region of Piedmont. Sitting at the...
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Visit The 6 Best Wineries in Sicily for True Marsala Wine

Once upon a time… the Marsala wine. To be honest, it still keeps on being produced, sold...
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Agriturismo Poggio al Tufo – the Perfect Tuscan Hotel

Italy has over 20 wine regions, each producing delicious and famous wines. It is, however,...
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Discovering Veneto from Villa Quaranta, and Tommasi Winery

The Veneto wine region in northern Italy is most famous for its production of the...
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Which Wine Hotel Was Made For You?

The world is full of fantastic hotels in gorgeous wine regions, which sometimes makes choosing...
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Rhone Valley’s Best Food and Wine Tours

The wines of the Rhône are internationally known and are even considered to be some...
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Discover Provence’s Best Wine and Food Tours

  Provence is a great destination for wine-loving travellers. Not only does it boast a...
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5 Things You Can Find in a Sicilian Palmento

When you travel through Sicily, chances are that you come across some palmento, but what...
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The Winerist Wine Upcycle Challenge

We have been feeling inspired to get crafty lately. We would like to challenge you...
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The Key Grape Varieties of Provence

  The history of wine in Provence goes back a long way, with evidence of the...
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The Top 8 Cooking Classes

Here at Winerist, we are obviously lovers of wine but our other great passion is...
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Announcing the Winner of our Spring Vineyard Competition

We showcased some amazing spring vineyard photos from Instagram and let you decide which was...
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The Best Wine Bars in Tbilisi

As Georgia’s capital and largest city, Tbilisi offers plenty of things to do. The city...
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Top 10 Wine Bars in Barcelona

Although Barcelona is not a wine region itself, it is surrounded by them. 15 minutes...
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Discovering Franciacorta and Monte Isola

Along the highway from Venice to Milan, lies the appellation of Franciacorta: a green sea...
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The Top 10 Hotels for Wine Lovers

Many hotels serve a functional purpose: a convenient place to rest for the night. But...
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Political Party Leader Wine Tasting Notes

The UK general election is coming up, but rather than focusing on the major party...
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What’s On in May – Food and Wine Events Around The World

May is the perfect time for a vineyard visit, whether you are in the Northern...
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The 6 Best Organic and Biodynamic Wineries to Visit

In celebration of Earth Day, we have pulled together some of our 6 best organic and biodynamic wineries to visit....
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Which Wine City is Perfect for You?

It's easy to think that wine breaks and city breaks have to be mutually exclusive,...
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4 Fantastic Tuscan Getaways at Poggio al Casone

In the heart of Tuscany is one of the most beautiful retreats for wine lovers...
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Lavender Harvest Season in Provence

Provence's most beautiful season takes place between June and August, when the famous Provencal lavender...
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Can You Guess The Top 10 Wine Producing Regions of the World? Part 1

Can you guess the top 10 wine-producing regions in the world? | Create infographics Did...
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Can You Guess The Top 10 Wine Producing Regions of the World? Part 2

Following on from part 1 of the top 10 wine producing regions of the world, here is...
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Meet Aleksander – Our Poland Expert

Our Polish expert, Aleksander is passionate about all things wine and food, and he loves...
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Meet Anna- Maria – Our Sardinia Expert

My name is Anna Maria Fara, I'm Sardinian DOCG even though I travelled and lived...
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12 Stunning Spring Wine Instagram Photos

The competition has now closed. Click here to find out who won! Last year we...
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Drink Wine the Healthy Way – Stay in Shape on Holiday

For me being healthy is all about feeling happy and energetic, and striking balance is...
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Discovering Santorini: The Wine Traveller’s Guide

Set against the backdrop of the impressive volcanic caldera and surrounded by the glistening Aegean...
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Meet Vaios – Our Santorini Expert

Santorini, Greece, is our region of the month for April 2015. There's so much to love...
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Discover Chêne Bleu and La Verriere, Provence’s Award-Winning Winery and Villa

In the heart of Provence’s beautiful countryside sits Domaine de la Verriere. Once a medieval...
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How to Taste and Appreciate Wine – Part 2: Tasting Exercises

Following on from part 1 on How to Taste and Appreciate Wine - Guided Theory,...
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What’s On in April – Food and Wine Events Around the World

With Easter just around the corner, it's the start of bank holiday season. Make the...
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The History and Wine of Andalucia

If you are an aficionado of fine wine, Andalucía is definitely the place for you....
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The 8 Best Food Markets in the World

When visiting buzzing cities like Hong Kong, New York or London, fervent foodies can’t help...
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The Best Spring Breaks for 2015

Hooray! March is here, and of course that means that spring is on its way....
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The Three Best Holiday Villas in Sicily

As the largest island in the Mediterranean, Sicily’s already got a lot to offer even...
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12 Top Tips for Creating the Best Wine Tour for You

Wine travel is on the up, and for any fledgling wine lover the next logical...
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Best Wineries in Lazio to Visit

Most travellers heading to Lazio for a holiday are coming to see the city of...
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Travelling through Napa – Wineries to Visit and What to Know

Napa Valley wine region is arguably the place that has put California wine on the...
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Advanced Wine Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

It's the final level in our Test Your Wine Knowledge series! This time the level...
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10 of the Best Wineries in Piedmont to Experience

Benvenuti a Piemonte. I’m sure you have heard of Tuscany and the Veneto, probably even the wine regions...
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Announcing the Winner of our Winter Vineyard Competition

Thanks to everyone who voted in our Winter Vineyard Photo Competition. The poll has been...
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Eat, Drink, Run – Who Knew Running a Marathon Was So Much Fun?

Calling all marathon-running wine lovers! There’s a marathon happening in the vineyards of Bordeaux this...
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5 Wine and Food Tours You Can’t Say No To

Choosing where to go on holiday is a hard task, we know. There are so...
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A Lesson in Terroir (and Wine Love) from Chateauneuf-du-Pape

For me, it was the Chateauneuf-du-Pape that started it all. I fell in love with...
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Three Stunning Venues for Your Destination Wedding

Destination weddings are pretty hot right now, and it isn’t hard to see why. You...
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Limoux, the Birthplace of Bubbles

Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to open a special bottle of wine, but this...
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Discovering the Czech Republic and the Moravian Wine Region

Living in the Czech Republic means I am surrounded by rich history, beautiful chateaux and...
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Get Your Wine Home Safely When You Travel

An Innovative Solution to Bringing those Special Wine Bottles Home It’s a typical story: you’ve...
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Why Should France Be Your Next Wine Travel Destination?

Hands up who feels like taking an epic tour through France? It is after-all one...
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3 Wineries in Valpolicella to Get You Started

Never been to Valpolicella? If you are a wine lover, sooner or later you’re going...
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Free Tickets to the French Show with Arnaud’s Language Kitchen

What a show! It is very nearly upon us, and I will not lie to...
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Last-Minute Wine and Food Trips for February

February is a great month to travel - you’ve survived dreary January, a month when...
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The World’s First Wine and Insect Pairing Guide

At Winerist we’re open to a good food and wine pairing. We’ll hear out any...
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What’s on in January – Food & Wine Events around the World

Christmas is over, but that's not to say the fun has to stop. January is...
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5 New Year’s Resolution Ideas for Wine, Food and Travel Lovers

Setting New Year’s Resolutions often feels like something you should do, but a lot of...
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Wines for Your New Year’s Party

New Year's Eve divides people: some love staying up to ring in the New Year...
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The Christmas Gift Guide for all Your Winter Guests

We recently came across this wonderful banner saying: 'As long as we have wine, the...
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Top Things to Do in Buenos Aires

  You’ve bought the plane ticket, booked accommodation, Spanish dictionary is on hand and you’re...
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The Best Wine Tasting Destinations to Sail to

Now that it is winter and summer has come to a definite close, you may...
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New Year’s in Wine Country – New Year, New Adventures

It's that time of year again - when groups of friends start tentitively asking each...
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Top 8 Foodie Stops in London’s East End

Some like it hot, some like it greasy, and some like an eclectic mix of...
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What is Wine? More than just a Drink

For most of us, wine comes from the supermarket or the local wine shop. A...
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The Perfect Cellar – a boutique wine shop & venue for wine lovers in London

Winerist's wine circle is growing and we are delighted to bring on board one of...
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The Perfect Wines for Christmas Dinner

If – like me – you live in the cooler realms of the Northern hemisphere...
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Winerist Wins Travel Website of the Year!

Winerist is happy to announce that we were named Travel Website of the Year at...
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Top Summer 2015 Destinations

Bordeaux is the indisputably one of the most famous wine regions in the world. While...
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How to Actually Drink Wine: A Guide For Recent Graduates

Hey, recent graduates! Are you having trouble adjusting to adult life? Mature life? Not literally-drunk-always-life?...
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Top 10 Things to Do in Santiago

  Santiago, Chile’s bustling capital, in the centre of Chile’s long, thin shape is a...
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5 Killer Facts about Dracula

  From Bram Stoker’s original novel and the countless film adaptations that have followed to...
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What’s On – November’s Best Food & Wine Festivals

What’s On November – Food and Wine events from around the world November is packed...
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Europe’s Best Christmas Markets

    The clocks have gone back, it’s getting cold and it’s getting dark way...
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Top 5 Things We Love About Priorat

Winerist Co-Founders, Diana and Tatiana, recently took a trip to Priorat with the boys from...
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Wineries to Visit on the East Coast of America

People dream of vacations. People love to drink wine. People dream of vacations where they...
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7 Amazing Ways to Open Wine without a Corkscrew

Corkscrews - they’re every wine lover’s greatest friend; where would you be without your key...
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The Top Argentine Wineries – Everything You Need to Know

Argentina; the land of tango, red meat, gauchos and, of course, red wine! Wine lovers...
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Toast a Farmer

World Food Day is celebrated every year on October 16th to commemorate the creation of...
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Top 10 Things to Do in Mendoza

  A trip to Mendoza is made up of stunning scenery, amazing foods and even...
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Mix it up with Wine – 4 Tasty Wine Cocktails

Wine has been a way of bringing people together since ancient times. For as long...
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Italian Painter, Elisabetta Rogai, Turns Wine into Amazing Art

Florentine artist, Elisabetta Rogai is well established in the international art world, as she has successfully represented Florence...
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Reinventing the Wine Label – Speak Wines Interview

The founders of Speak Wines, Stephanie Fasi and Kerry Sutherland, have set out to re-invent...
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Is Drinking Wine is Better than Going to the Gym?

It’s long been thought that red wine possesses many positive health benefits, but today, wine...
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A Guide on the Best Wineries in Mendoza

Mendoza is Argentina's largest and most important wine region, producing nearly 70% of the country's wine....
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The Most Beautiful Harvest Photos from 2014 – Week 2

THIS VOTE HAS NOW CLOSED. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE RESULTS OR VOTE FOR THIS WEEK'S LATEST PHOTOS!...
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The Top 10 Best Wineries to Visit in Oregon

Oregon, home to world-class wines, has so many good wineries, which made it an almost...
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Harvest Experience at Sherry Country

I moved to South Western Spain six months ago, when my partner and I realised...
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7 Must-Visit Wineries and Wine Bars in Auckland

It's a rare sight to see Aucklanders venturing out to try wines. For the most...
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Best Wineries of the Beautiful South

Last week Wines of Argentina, Wines of Chile and Wines of South Africa got together...
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Rhone Valley Wine Guide

Rhone Valley: who hasn't heard of it? However, if you’re thinking the wines are very similar here,...
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The Beautiful Mistake of Clos Figueras

  In 1997 established wine exporter, Christopher Cannan, on the recommendation of Priorat “New Wave”...
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Discover Cal Llop in the heart of Priorat

Imagine with me if you will, or better yet dream with me if you can....
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Traditional Italian Truffle Hunting

Introducing TruffleHunter... TruffleHunter are a UK-based, family-run food business, sourcing Truffles from our Sibillini Mountain...
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Emerging Regions and Their Unique Wines

Winerist went along to the Emerging Regions Wine Tasting event in central London this week...
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Eating, Drinking, and Sightseeing: A Weekend in Rome

What comes to mind when you think of Rome? The cultured amongst us would say...
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What’s on in September – Food and Wine Events Around the World

One of the most important times of year for vineyards in Europe, September hails the...
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When in Rome…Let History and Culture Come Alive

Rome - the bustling centre of the Roman Empire, the seat of the Catholic Church...
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Mario Bemer – Master Artisan of Custom-Made Shoes

The ultimate shoe, an extension of the man – precision, attention to every slightest detail....
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English Language Coverage Comes to Catalunya

Comprehensive English language coverage of the Catalunya wine region has a new home at catalunyawine.com. Launched...
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Find the Perfect Short Break this Bank Holiday

The quickly-approaching end of August can mean only one thing: a bank holiday! And it's...
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Wine, Food & the City

Did you know Winerist isn’t just about great wine locations? We also cater to wine...
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Welcome to the Newly-Launched Winerist

Have you noticed our glamorous new makeover? We've been busy upgrading our website to bring...
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Perfect Summer Parties, Birthdays and Weddings in Wine Country – Part 1

Perfect Summer Parties – Organise them with Winerist! We all have at some point in...
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Lake Garda

Lake Garda is a magical place. I've visited it twice and would happily go back...
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Independence Day Cocktail Suggestions

As the US celebrates one of its most favourite holidays today, 4th of July, we...
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10 Wine Holidays in the UK and Abroad

  We are celebrating July - one the busiest months of the year when it...
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The Rise of Virginia Wine

The Rise of Virginia Wine Virginia is rich in history dating back to the original...
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Discover the Top Wines and Wineries in Umbria

Umbria is giving Tuscany a run for its money. I hate to even tell you about the spectacular...
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Boutique Winery and Wine Hotel in Tuscany where Luxury is King

While living in Milan, I had spent many weekends exploring the small enotecas and private...
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Savouring Brazil – Your World Cup Wine Destination

All Eyes on Brazil This summer everyone has got eyes on Brazil. Yet, what comes...
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Puglia: Your Perfect Summer Destination

Why Puglia? There are so many reasons why Puglia is considered an authentic southern paradise....
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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Franschhoek Valley in the Cape Winelands

Franschhoek Valley is one of the most beautiful wine valleys in the whole world with...
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The Rhône Valley: What to See and Where to Stay

The Rhône Valley wine region has so much to offer from a cultural point of...
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A Visit to Purcari Winery – Our Top Winery of the Month

This month Winerist is thrilled to welcome a new Moldovan winery on our website, Purcari....
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Rooms at the Winery Interview

We spoke to Lorna and Graham Wilkes, owners of Rooms at the Winery and Terlingham...
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Winerist Reviews English Winery and Hotel: Rooms at the Winery

The Winerist team has just come back from a visit into the English countryside where...
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Meet Maria – Our Salta Regional Expert

About Maria I was born in Buenos Aires and grew up in a nice and...
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Enjoying the Bites, Sites and Sips in Charming Healdsburg

Enjoying the Bites, Sites and Sips in Charming Healdsburg A trip to Northern California’s wine...
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A Guide to the Vaucluse – What to Do and Where to Stay

The Vaucluse region in the South of France blends perfectly Provence and the Rhone Valley. We visited...
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Meet Kara – Our Georgia Regional Expert

About Kara Former US government contractor turned Georgia guide! After two years in the Caucasus,...
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Meet Oscar – Our Ribera del Duero Regional Expert

About Oscar Personally I have worked in the wine industry during several times in my...
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Château des Briottières Review – A Warm Welcome at a Loire Family Hotel

Located in Anjou in the Loire Valley wine region, the Château des Briottières is a...
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Wine Regions to Watch in 2014

      BORDEAUX: THE KING OF WINE TRAVEL A favourite of yours for more...
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Romanian Wineries Not To Be Missed – The Newcomers

Young and respectful - this is what I would say about a handful of new wineries...
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Top 2013 Experiences from Winerist

    As we are approaching the end of the year, we have selected the...
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Domaine des Escaunes Review – For a Family Adventure

Domaine des Escaunes probably has the most favourable position for sightseeing from all the hotels...
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Mas du Clos de l’Escarrat Review – Countryside Cottage in Provence

Mas du Clos de l’Escarrat is a true find in Provence. It is set in...
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Chateau de Varenne Review – For a Romantic Escape

Chateau de Varenne is a little Provencal gem set in a colossal 3ha park and...
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Metafort Review – Perfect Retreat for Wine, Food & Art Lovers

Perched on the highest top on Methamis, a cute little village in the Vaucluse region...
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La Bastide de Marie Review – The Full Wine Tourism Experience

The Hotel La Bastide de Marie is a stunning white stoned 15th century country house...
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Successfully Cellaring Your Holiday Wine Purchases

You’ve tasted the wines in glorious sunshine, met the grower and maker, and ordered cases...
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10 Reasons to Experience Harvest

The most obvious reason for experiencing harvest is of course the tasting of wines, the...
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Wine Tour Itineraries in the UK

UK wine tours have finally arrived to Winerist! We have teamed up with some of...
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One Day In Monterey Peninsula

My girlfriend and I wanted to do something special for our upcoming anniversary. We talked...
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Cal LLop Hotel Review – Winerist in Priorat

  While visiting Barcelona on a long weekend break we decided to spend the last...
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La Moresca Hotel Review

La Moresca is truly a special place to stay. From impeccable service to great modern...
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Winerist at The Three Wine Men Event

The weekend of 6-7th of July was a most exciting one. Not only did we...
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Summer 2013 Top Wine Travel Destinations

This week marks the start of the summer season! With the longest day of the...
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Top Wineries to Visit in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is an unlikely wine region, its climate of cool summers, short growing season and...
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Specially for Dad from the Winery

We're paying tribute to all the wonderful dads with a taste of Burgundy and Bordeaux. We...
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Our Summer Deals in Wine Country

Get inspired with a selection of our most exciting summer deals. From volcanoes to the...
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Our Top Hotel of the Month – Relais La Sommità

  Relais La Sommita is one of those wine hotels that truly showcases all of...
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Meet Vedran – Our Istria Expert

ABOUT VERDAN: Vedran Obućina (born 1982) is a political scientists from Croatia, but he dedicates...
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Our Top Hotel of the Month – Grand Hotel de Bordeaux

  The Grand Hotel de Bordeaux is not your typical Winerist hotel. Historically we have...
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Clos Figueras – Meeting the Winemaker in Priorat

It was a hot sunny day in October when we visited Priorat, one of the...
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Pennsylvania Wine Trails

  The U.S. West Coast is well-known for its wine regions, but it’s time the...
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Santorini, Greece – Island of Sun and Wine

Santorini is Winerist's top region of the month of May. This is certainly one of...
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Bordeaux Diaries 2015: Your perfect itinerary in Bordeaux

Written by: Diana Isac, Winerist Co-founder Our Bordeaux Diaries continue with the Winerist 2013 journey...
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Wine Country Fashion: What to Wear on a Wine Tour

You don’t have to be a wine country fashionista to want to look your absolute...
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Malbec – The Future of Argentinian Malbec (Part 2)

In Part 1, we have uncovered the fascinating history of Malbec in Argentina and how...
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The History of Malbec in Argentina

Here's  a short history of the Malbec grape in Argentina, which shows how Malbec production...
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My Perfect Day in Rioja

My perfect day starts with a lovely breakfast: a glass of orange juice, a crunchy...
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Barossa Vintage Festival

The Barossa Vintage Festival is Australia’s oldest wine tourism event, and this year will start on...
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Interview with Monique Soltani, creator of Wine Oh TV

We are pleased to feature Monique Soltani, the San Francisco based creator of Wine Oh...
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The Active Wino

Are you the type that enjoys active walks through historical places? Are you the first...
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Napa on where and how to taste

Winery Tours in Napa Valley Most wineries open to the public offer tours, generally by...
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One day wine itinerary around Spring Mountain Napa Valley

The Spring Mountain appellation sits on steep hills of the Mayacamas Mountains that separate Napa...
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Wine Regions to Watch in 2013

From usual suspects and classic wine destinations to well kept secrets of the wine world,...
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Visiting legendary Napa – insider tips to touring the wine country

Napa Valley is a tiny place with a lot of wineries.  At the south end...
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Napa – An in-depth guide to Calistoga

Napa Valley’s most northerly town - Calistoga, is a destination location for all seasons. For globe...
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Meet Mario – Our Dalmatia Expert

ABOUT MARIO Mario Sehic, is a WSET Certified Wine Educator and Diploma holder and the founder...
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Interview with Amanda Skinner from Private Cellar

We won't disclose a lot about the Private Cellar, but leave it to Amanda Skinner,...
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The Three Wine Men

There is a lot to say about the wine scene in the UK and this...
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A heartwarming wine trip at Domaine Rijckaert in Burgundy

Our first visit of the day 75 kilometres north of Lyon is nearby to Mâcon...
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Meet Stephen – Our Stellenbosch Expert

ABOUT STEPHEN Stephen Flesch is a registered tour guide and a member of the Cape...
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Enjoy the ‘Magic of Bubbles’ at the Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival

Get the festive season into full swing with this year’s social calendar highlight - the...
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A day in Provence with the winemaker of Domaine de Trevallon

Hidden in the hills of St Etienne–du-Grès in the protected Parc Naturel Régional des Alpilles,...
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Meet Colin – Our Loire Valley Expert

ABOUT COLIN Colin has been visiting the vineyards of France since he married a girl...
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Languedoc: Small Harvest, Big, Hearty Welcome

Languedoc-Roussillon is a region on the move. Stretching from the Rhône Valley down to the...
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Meet Jiles – Our Champagne Expert

ABOUT JILES Jiles came to live in Champagne in 1996 after being recruited by Moët...
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Meet Shoshanna – our Rhône Valley expert

About Shoshanna Shoshanna used to work for Michelin starred restaurants in England and wine and...
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Meet Greg – our Tokaj expert

About Greg Greg is currently dedicating his life to Tokaj, Hungary's world renowned wine region....
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Meet Mark – our Franschhoek Valley expert

About Mark I moved to Franschhoek in the Cape Winelands in 1981 and was immediately...
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Meet Birgit – our Cahors expert

About Birgit Birgit has developed an interest in the wine world from a young age,...
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Meet Paul – our Bordeaux expert

ABOUT PAUL Paul has worked in fine wine for over 5 years and is the...
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Meet Sharon – our Casablanca Valley expert

After leaving academia, Sharon, Ph.D. knew she would do something. Driving overland from Deadhorse, Alaska...
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Meet Sharon – our Okanagan Valley expert

After leaving academia, Sharon, Ph.D. knew she would do something. Driving overland from Deadhorse, Alaska...
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Meet Shoshanna – our Provence expert

About Shoshanna Shoshanna used to work for Michelin starred restaurants in England and wine and...
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Meet Woodie – our Burgundy Expert

When did you discover your passion for wine? I was a wine lover from the...
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Meet Ylenia – our Puglia expert

About Ylenia Ylenia is a Lecce native with over 10 years of tourism in Puglia,...
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Meet Jeremy – our Galicia expert

About Jeremy Jeremy has an enduring love of wine and good food, which is why...
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Meet Shoshanna – our Languedoc Roussillon expert

About Shoshanna Shoshanna used to work for Michelin starred restaurants in England and wine and...
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Meet Barbara – our Umbria expert

About Barbara Barbara lives in Perugia, the capital city of the region of Umbria, the...
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Meet Myfanwy – our Mendoza expert

About Myfanwy Myfanwy of Argentine-Welsh descent, was born in Buenos Aires, grew up in the...
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Meet Dave – our Napa expert

About Dave Dave has been a wine enthusiast for many years and in 2006 created...
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Meet Jason – our Barossa Valley expert

About Jason Jason has travelled the world and now calls Australia home. Before entering the...