Oak has a bad reputation, especially when it comes to white wine. But what is the real influence of oak on wine? We explore the history and role of oak in winemaking.
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Cotnari region and wine, a historical Romanian wine region which needs a facelift
Vincarta visits the Cotnari region (pronounced ‘coat-nar’) to discover a once-famous maker of sweet wines from the Romanian Moldova Hills that is looking to make a comeback. How does their wine stack up today?
Wine quality and price: How much should you pay for a good bottle?
Life is too short for bad wine. But how much should you pay for good wine? What’s the difference between good, better and best? Mirela clears the fog and explains value in the world of wine.
Herrenhof Lamprecht: A new winery with a passion for wine
We visit Herrenhof Lamprecht to meet Gottfried Lamprecht and discuss his new vineyard and his passion for wine-making. We discover a unique field blend and a winery with great potential.
Jamek: Wachau wine pioneer
Josef Jamek was a pioneering Austrian winemaker. See how his legacy of dry, high-quality, vintage and vineyard-driven wine survives in Wachau.
Nikolaihof: our favourite Austrian wine maker and reviews of four wines
Nikolaihof is one of the most famous Wachau white wine producers. Just one hour away from Vienna, this is a must-see destination steeped in history and with a rich winemaking heritage.
Wachau: the jewel of Austrian wine
Team Vincarta visit Wachau, Austria in search of Richard the Lionheart, Riesling, Schnitzel, Smaragd, Federspiel, Steinfeder, Jamek and Nikolaihof wineries.
Premium Romanian wine: no longer a contradiction in terms
Vincarta tastes some of the latest premium Romanian wines and finds childhood memories and Jancis Robinson’s promise of a ‘land of hope’ fulfilled.
Schloss Vollrads – the oldest wine seller in the world?
Schloss Vollrads is another famous Rheingau riesling producer. Its first recorded sale was 800 years ago. We visited to see how it’s getting on in 2016.