Carbonic Maceration in Wines. A Transformative Art in Winemaking.
Carbonic maceration is an ancient technique in wine production. It has found its prominent place in the wine industry.
Especially in regions like Beaujolais, France, where it has become synonymous with fresh, fruity wines.
This unique technique involves fermenting whole grapes without prior destemming or crushing, allowing intracellular fermentation to produce wines with distinctive aromatic and gustatory profiles.
A magical troubadour: Martín Códax and the Martin Codax winery
A magical troubadour: Martín Códax and the Martin Codax winery. If you go to the Rías Baixas, do not forget to visit the Ría de Arosa, it is a marvel, and you will fall in love with it, it will cost you almost an illness to abandon it.
It is located in the province of Pontevedra, not of course you have to try something very identified with the area its albariño D.O. Rías Baixas, and visit a winery, in this case we visit a magical troubadour: Martín Códax
article written by Angel Marques Avila. Journalist
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Supreme quality Spanish products
Supreme quality Spanish products. Spanish gastronomy has conquered palates around the world. Thanks to its diversity of flavors, fresh ingredients and refined culinary techniques.
Within this vast gastronomic world, Spanish gourmet products occupy a special place, being ambassadors of the country’s culinary excellence.
From extra virgin olive oil to artisanal cheeses and cured hams. Spain has built a global reputation for the quality of its gourmet products.
Wines from Rias Baixas
Wines from Rías Baixas, a wine-growing region located in the province of Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain, stand out for their uniqueness and exquisiteness. Mainly recognized for its white wines made from the Albariño grape, this designation of origin offers a unique sensory experience to wine lovers.
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Parker score Spanish wines with the best rating. The Parker score of the wines, owes its name to Robert M Parker, a wine critic who creates his wine valuation scale recognized worldwide by all countries, and wine critics.
Mercado de San Miguel, much more than a renovation
Mercado de San Miguel, much more than a renovation. This historic market is a pioneer in creating the concept of the market as a place to eat.
The Mercado de San Miguel reinforces its culinary appeal with renowned chefs, without abandoning the essence of traditional markets.
Among these chefs are: Jordi Roca, Rodrigo de la Calle, Roberto Ruiz and Ricardo Sanz.
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The Perfect Wine to Celebrate New Year’s Eve
The Perfect Wine to Celebrate New Year’s Eve. The end of the year is a time full of joy, celebrations and toasts. One of the most important choices when planning the last night of the year is selecting the right wine to share with friends and family. The choice of wine can significantly influence the experience of the celebration. What wine do you drink at the end of the year? Here are some suggestions to toast elegantly on this special occasion.
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What is Parker score
What is Parker score . The Parker score of the wines, owes its name to Robert M Parker, a wine critic who creates his wine valuation scale recognized worldwide by all countries, and wine critics.
Sweet wines for desserts
Sweet wines for desserts. The best to pair your desserts. Desserts are the final moment of a meal and an ideal time to enjoy the appropriate wines.
We have all heard that sweet wines should be taken in desserts, but what not everyone knows is that they are not the only ones.
The name “natural sweet wine” leads to some confusion. It is not a natural wine, without special treatments in its preparation, but of natural sweetness.
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Ideal temperature of a red wine
Ideal temperature of a red wine. The temperature at which we serve a red wine is more important than most people believe.
The temperature of the wine varies depending on the type of wine and the grape with which it is made.
When we drink a red wine, the aromas and flavors that we appreciate will depend largely on the temperature of the wine.
Differences between sparkling and champagne.
The differences between sparkling, and champagne are remarkable and should be known.The simplest way to know it is the product label, but there are also elaboration characteristics that perfectly define each one.
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white and rosé of Marco Real wineries
white and rosé of Marco Real wineries, are wines belonging to the Belasco Family, owner of Bodegas Marco Real.
It is one of the families with the most wine tradition in Olite, capital of wine in Navarra.
Pequeñas Producciones name of the wines analyzed here, show their demand, and know how to make unique wines with grapes from a single farm.
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The terroir and the wines
The terroir and the wines. The climate, the grapes, the land and the orientation of the vineyard, all of this comprises the “terroir” concept.
It is therefore a word that groups within itself some basic concepts of the composition of a wine.
Wine no longer only depends on its production and aging; today, thanks to advanced techniques, the concept “terroir” appears as a result of research into different aspects that encompass wine.
Its origin is French, to differentiate the wines produced in a specific area with specific characteristics. Sometimes the concept covers entire regions.
The most original wineries
The most original wineries in Spain, are not always known. Some are buildings of modern and evolutionary construction. Others are the essence of the past with emblematic buildings, more typical of museums than wineries.
Many of these wineries have incorporated into their winemaking facilities, hotel facilities. To take into account when we travel, for its quality of accommodation.
We could say that many are “hotels of caprice”.
Brandys and cigars an exceptional couple
Brandys and cigars an exceptional pair when combined properly. For those who love cigars, a good cigar after meals with a good brandy is a unique moment.
The brandy served in a glass of a table, is an extra pleasure. It helps to have a relaxed and enjoyable conversation.
Let’s know a little more about each of them.
Requena Cava Tradition and Excellence
Requena Cava Tradition and Excellence in Every Bubble. Cava, a sparkling wine of Spanish origin, has gained worldwide renown for its exceptional quality and flavor. Among the producing regions of this effervescent elixir, the town of Requena stands out, located in the province of Valencia, Spain. In this article, we will explore the rich tradition and distinctive characteristics of Cava de Requena.
The wines of Cariñena
The wines of Cariñena. In the vast palette of wines that Spain offers, the Cariñena region stands out as a true oenological treasure. With a winemaking history that dates back centuries, Cariñena wines have conquered palates and gained international recognition. In this article, we will explore the distinctive characteristics, fascinating history and diversity of flavors that make their wines one of a kind.
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Pagos de Araiz wines with supreme quality
Pagos de Araiz wines with supreme quality. Bodegas Masaveu, belonging to the Corporación Masaveu business group, was born in 1974 when this family acquired Bodegas Murua in the Rioja Qualified Designation of Origin.
Pairing with Syrah grapes
Pairing with the Syrah grapes, known for its robust and complex character, offers a wide range of culinary options to enhance its distinctive characteristics. When considering foods that complement and highlight the flavors of a Syrah, it is essential to take into account the richness of this red wine.
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Richness of Navarra Wines
Exploring the Richness of Navarra Wines: An Unforgettable Experience. In the picturesque hills of northern Spain, where vineyards stretch as far as the eye can see, lies the wine region of Navarra. With its rich winemaking tradition and a variety of grape varieties that adapt to diverse soils, Navarra wines are truly a gem in the world of wine.
Albariño wine from Matarromera wineries
Albariño wine from Matarromera wineries. Carlos Moro, head of the Matarromera Group, in his daily project to expand his wine sector with new acquisitions, more or less a year ago he launched the firm, Viña Caeira, in the Pontevedra municipality of Salvaterra de Miño.
Langa Wineries 150 years of history
Langa wineries, 150 years of history. Langa wineries has been producing quality wines since 1867; They are backed by know-how and more than 150 years of experience cultivating vineyards in the province of Calatayud. Over time, they have been integrating new techniques into their way of making wines. Combining tradition and innovation and advocating for sustainable viticulture and oenology, aware of the impact that wine production has on its surroundings and the environment.
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Bag in box, discover a new way of consuming wine: Characteristics and advantages
Bag in box, discover a new way of consuming wine: Characteristics and advantages. “Many are the reasons we can name to drink wine in bag in box, and in recent times we have heard a lot about” bag in box “.
But we know what it is?
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Campollano a cheese from the land of La Mancha made by craftsmen
Campollano a cheese from the land of La Mancha made by craftsmen.
At the beginning of the 20th century, the great-grandparents of the present owners were Cattle Ranchers.
They made artisan cheeses from Cabra and Manchega sheep cheese when the animals brought them milk in the spring season.
In the middle of the century, his grandparents used to make fresh cheese that they sold to all the inhabitants of the town and neighboring towns. These were valued for their good work.
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Most correct way a wine
Most correct way a wine. Many times we ask ourselves which is the most correct way to store a wine, and the answer is not just one.
Depending on the type of wine and the kind of wine, the ways of storing it may vary.
Some wines, due to their special characteristics, require a different type of storage.
The ideal is to have an adequate and stable space to be able to store the bottles.