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Video: Making Wine in Burgundy

October 5, 2010 in Burgundy, Chardonnay, France, learn about wine, Pinot Noir, Tasting Wine, Wine Travel, Winemaking, Winery visits by Wine Passionista | 3 comments

I visited Burgundy in mid-September with Patriarche Wine Agencies to celebrate the beginning of the 2010 grape harvest. It was an incredible trip from the food (copious and creamy) to the company (gracious and good-humoured) and the wine (stunning and sublime).

Hosts Keith Isaac, MW and Belinda Stone showed us around the quaint villages and picturesque vineyards of the Côte d’Or. I will have much more for you from my visit to Burgundy, but wanted to start with this video that I hope will give you a glimpse into how wine is made.

I hope you enjoy it! Let me know what you think in the comments below.

There’s Always Time for Wine!

Tara – Wine Passionista

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There’s more to Penedès than Cava at Parés Baltà

September 27, 2010 in Cava, Spain, Sparkling wine, Tasting Wine, Try New Wines, Wine Travel, Winery visits by Wine Passionista | 3 comments

Photo courtesy of Chris Janzen

There is something very special about visiting a winery. Depending on the time of year, the place might be buzzing with the start of harvest and the arrival of grapes from the vineyard or quietly still during the serenity of maturation in the barrel room. But no matter when the visit takes place, one thing is for sure, it’s the best way to absorb the true essence of the wines and the passion of the people who bring them to life.

During a recent holiday in Barcelona, we ventured 45 minutes by train and enjoyed a day at the family-owned winery, Parés Baltà, in Penedès, Spain. We arrived just before Read the rest of this entry »

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