VertdeVin Magazine

I'm very pleased to present you the new issue of VERTDEVIN Magazine. This 22th edition of the magazine introduce an eclectic selection of wines from several European countries. To start we chose with my team, Joanie, Erika, Chloé, Yukiko, Valéria, Ma

Fratelli Borgogno is a small family estate of just 3ha, situated in the heart of the famous cru of Barolo – Cannubi. Today, the fifth generation of the family manages the estate with the same passion and enthusiasm as their ancestors. They always res

Azienda E. Pira & Figli - Chiara Boschis is located in the heart of Barolo. 11 hectares of vineyards are split between the best wine production areas: 2 hectares in the commune of Barolo, 8 hectares in the commune of Monforte d'Alba and 1 hectare in

It is one of the most galloping appellations in the Italian boot. The market is growing: +6% increase in bottles sold last year compared to the previous three-year period (+17% to 2021 and +46% to 2020). The USA market remains on the top of the ranki

The Nebbiolo grape keeps going very well giving us constantly lots of surprises. We are talking about Piedmont region and the presence of the peculiar varieties: from Langhe area, its best-known cradle, we can find it in several other provinces: in t

There is a recent movement in wine consumption, a passion and renewed interest towards cold climate wines. I don't know if it's the result of climate change or simply a matter of taste, but colder regions and their wines with a complex balance betwee

As part of the annual “Selection by VertdeVin” tasting, during WineParis Vinexpo 2023, we welcomed a talented watercolourist Élise Disclyn. Élise specialises in producing parcel maps of vineyards, but she also creates watercolors of family houses, wi

In the very heart of Florence's historic centre, just a few steps from the prestigious Uffizzi Gallery (a museum that has been included in the Top 20 in the world) there is the unbelievable Osteria delle Tre Panche. It is an essential stop for gourme

Among the beautiful hills of Monferrato, around small paths and several rows of Grignolino and Brachetto, thera another great red varieties which found an ever-present standing out: the Barbera. Precisely on the Montaldo Scarampi hills, not so far fr

Nestled in the picturesque vineyards of Saint-Emilion with a beautiful view over the Dordogne river, the restaurant served refined French cuisine based on the fresh local produce. The Decoster family offers an excellent selection of wines to match th

Le Mercière is located in the heart of Lyon's peninsula and remains a must for those who want to taste the region's specialities. The warm atmosphere of the dining room or the intimate interior of the first floor, or the heated “traboule”, make the M

Ampelographers say that Pinot Grigio is not a different grape but a colour mutation of Pinot Noir. The origins of this wine can be traced back to Germany and France, where it is successfully cultivated in Alsace, Burgundy, and Champagne, areas with c

The third largest island in the Mediterranean and the birthplace of Aphrodite, Cyprus today is better known as a popular resort than a wine-producing country. The island's wine reputation, however, used to be far more significant. Cypriot wines are s

Today, in addition to white, rosé, and red wines, a fourth colour category - orange - is on the wine list at trendy restaurants. But Georgians do not like the word “orange” as many consumers might think this type of wine is made with oranges. So inst

Nice compact and persistent foam. Intense straw color and discreet bubbles. The first nose is intense and fruity on peach in syrup with menthol freshness. Some notes of toast and undergrowth as well as flowers like the tiare Tahiti appear. Nice champ

Madiran The wine has a deep ruby color. On the nose, the wine expresses pronounced aromas of red and black fruits (morello cherry, black plum, red plum, blackcurrant, strawberry, with a sweet touch of dark chocolate and a minty freshness). There are

Pessac-Léognan The nose is fruity and offers a nice ripe and fleshy fruit. It reveals notes of fleshy blackberry, crushed strawberry and slight notes of toast, chocolate as well as fine hints of jammy currants. The palate is fruity and offers juicine

Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux The nose is fruity, elegant and offers nice fleshiness as well as a fine richness. There are notes of crushed blackberry, almost roasted cherry and, more slightly, crushed red berries combined with hints of pulpy violet pl

Fronsac The nose is fruity and offers a certain intensity, a mastered richness, a nice finesse of its grain as well as a certain purity. It reveals notes of crushed blackberry, crushed strawberry and slight notes of graphite associated with touches o

2020: a year of contrasts, an extreme year, a year for the wine grower… but an amazing vintage! Some key information to well-understand the 2020 vintage in Bordeaux: • Strong autumn heat. • Rather dry and mild months of January and February. • A mild

Puisseguin Saint-Emilion The nose is fruity and tangy. There are notes of fresh/sour redcurrants, cherry and a bit of pepper/spice with hints of flowers and a touch of fresh/crisp blackcurrant. The palate is fruity with juiciness, minerality, acidity

Pomerol The nose is fruity in elegance with a nice delicacy in its richness and a certain depth. We perceive silkiness, a fine grain, a precise and delicate elegance. There are notes of pulpy cassis, blueberries and small notes of dense, pulpy berrie

Irancy The nose is fruity and powerful with a sunny character. There are notes of warm pulpy cherries, wild blackberries and more slightly wild strawberries combined with hints of graphite and spice and a subtle, almost vanilla-like edge. The tart pa

Crozes-Hermitage The wine has a ruby color of medium intensity with purple reflections. The nose is aromatic and expressive, on the freshness of fruits and herbs. It reveals notes of red cherry, morello cherry, blackcurrant and red currant with delic

Côtes de Provence Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre (Organic). The wine shows a pale ruby colour with a brightening rim. The nose is slightly closed, reductive and needs aeration, later opening up with nuances of red cherries and strawberries, nuances of vi

Pale lemon colour. The nose offers nuances of peach and quince with delicate hints of citrus zest and green pineapple. The palate is fruity, textured and waxy with refreshing acidity, a pleasant phenolic grip and mineral backbone. The finish lingers

Rkatsiteli, Kisi, Mtsvane, Mtsvivane, Krakhuna Beautiful amber colour of medium intensity. The nose is spicy and multilayered with nuances of dried fruits, quince, incense and sage. The palate is salty and minty, revealing floral notes, hints of oran

Dealu Mare A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Feteasca Neagra shows a balance between power and suppleness. Opening up on aromatic spice character, cumin, cardamom, and chili powder, as well as deep dark fruits, the blend

Vouni Panayia is a family winery with 35ha of vineyards spread on the slopes of the Troodos mountains. Founded in 1987 by Andreas Kyriakides and run today by his two sons – Yiannis and Petros, the winery exclusively works with indigenous grape variet

Montersino, Alba Powerful nose with freshness, intense. Notes of fresh wild blackberry, crunchy berries and elegant flowers. There are also hints of liquorice stick and a discreet hint of laurel berries and violets. The palate is fruity with freshnes

The wine has a pale lemon yellow color with slight green reflections. The nose is discreet and subtle, expressing notes of white flowers (acacia, apple blossom), fresh grapes, ripe apricot and a very light hint of minerality. In the mouth, the flavor

The nose is fruity (beautiful fruit!) and offers power as well as a slight intensity. There are notes of pulpy wild raspberry, fleshy cherry and small notes of crushed blackcurrant associated with small touches of sense of place (local biotop) as wel