What is it that drives the prices up on one bottle of wine, but keeps them low on another? Does price equal quality? We’ve taken a journey through the world of winemaking to give you an idea of the factors that determine a wine’s cost.
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22 wine quotes to raise your glass to
A lot has been said when it comes to wine. For hundreds of years, the greatest writers, poets, scientists, and cultural icons have been sharing their two cents.
What is Albanian wine like?
Here at Chateau Vincarta, we like to get adventurous. We’re champions of premium Romanian wine. Our roving correspondent, Ioana Negulescu, wrote about Georgian wine after her visit there in 2018. And we’ll die in a ditch for Riesling. But what about Albanian wine? Never tried it? Neither had we. Until we tasted two Uka Winery wines.
How to read a wine label: 7 essential things to look for
Not sure what to look out for on a wine bottle? No need to worry! In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to read wine labels like a pro.
How is wine made? The ancient art of winemaking (Video)
Have you ever wondered how wine is made? How does the humble grape become wine, one of the world’s most celebrated drinks? In this video we show you how.
Canned wine: Passing fad or drinking revolution?
We heard through the grapevine that canned wine is the new ‘in’ thing. Confused? Intrigued? Take a look at our blog and find out some more.
The 5 most expensive wines in the world
We’re all partial to a nice bottle of wine every now and again, but some people take it to a whole new level. Here are the 5 most expensive wines ever sold.
5 celebrity wineries worth your attention
Fancy adding a bit of glitz and glamour to your wine-tasting routine? Check out our list of celebrity-owned vineyards and wineries producing wines worth trying!
5 golden rules of food and wine pairing
Find out how to match wine and food to get the ultimate taste experience.