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Flame Towers and Mud Volcanoes We had no idea what to expect from this wine tours recce trip to the “Land of Fire”. Not only did we enjoy the country immensely but the wine industry impressed us. Away from wine, the capital Baku is a real contrast of old and -
Well OK, it might not be the kitchen floor every time! Georgians have been making Qvevri wine in their houses for generations, sometimes in the most basic of conditions and without much technical knowledge; and although conditions might seem far from optimal good wine still comes out of this hole -
Retailers missing a trick? Qvevri wine grabs you! While we were in Georgia we managed to get invites to the 2019 WinExpo and Georgian wine awards ceremony. We made sure we took full advantage to taste and learn. The majority of Georgian wine is mass-produced by what is termed here -
Beer, Sugar Cane Liquor & Coffee in the Sacred Valley The Sacred Valley of the Incas was the Emperor´s playground & garden, numerous ruins such as Pisaq and Ollanta are found along the river valley that leads to Machu Picchu. Historical and cultural tours in the Sacred Valley are very -
Bodega de Las Estrellas When I saw “Winery of the Stars” on the map of Valdepeñas wineries I stupidly thought that it must mean that it was a favorite of red carpet treading people! Not for the first time I was proved an idiot when I visited the winery, met
