Matakana

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Gemischter Satz

Unique: Why the "Gemischter Satz" is now protected by the EU

Among other things, the Commission refers to the special cultivation method. Falstaff presents a...

By Julia Emma Weninger

Bordeaux en Primeur

Bordeaux En Primeur vintage 2023: The problem child as a stroke of luck?

If the prices for 2023 are set appropriately, Bordeaux could become interesting for wine lovers who...

By Peter Moser

Chardonnay

White elegance: the winners of the Chardonnay Trophy 2024

Chardonnay is a world-renowned grape variety and also produces great white wines in Switzerland....

By Dominik Vombach, Benjamin Herzog

Wine Inspiration

Nebbiolo: The stuff red wine dreams are made of

Nebbiolo is often overshadowed by other famous red wine varieties. This changes abruptly when you...

By Othmar Kiem

Wine industry

Bordeaux en Primeur vintage 2023: All a question of timing

The 2023 vintage presented significant challenges for vintners, with success hinging not just on...

By Peter Moser

Bordeaux en Primeur

Bordeaux En Primeur vintage 2023: The En Primeur system put to the test

Despite enduring allure for Bordeaux's mature vintages, the market faces a stark downturn with...

By Peter Moser

Wine Inspiration

Rising Stars: How the Next Generation is Revolutionizing Greek Wine

From its ancient roots through turbulent times, the Greek wine industry is being transformed by...

By Peter Moser

Wine Inspiration

The nine best wines from Greece

Falstaff presents nine wines from Greece that you should definitely not miss.

By Falstaff Editorial Team

Wine Inspiration

From Vineyard to Masterpiece: The Artistic Evolution of Ornellaia's 2021 Vintage

Titled "La Generosità - Generosity," Ornellaia's 2021 vintage celebrates the dedication behind its...

By Doris Ebner

Interviews

"Quality at any price": interview with Stefano Pola from Andreola

The winemaker reveals how to awaken a passion for wine, what philosophy he sees in Prosecco and...

By Fee Louise Schwarz

Wine industry

Major Falstaff and Dorotheum spring wine auction 2024 starts

Numerous 100-point wines, old vintages and genuine rarities worth 700,000 euros will go under the...

By Falstaff Editorial Team

Weinberge, Olivenbäume, Zypressen, historische Bauten und der weite Blick ins Orcia-Tal: das ist die Essenz von Montalcino.

Wine Inspiration

A brilliant vintage: the best of Brunello di Montalcino 2019

Brunello di Montalcino: this name excites the hearts and minds of wine lovers all over the world....

By Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler