The Revival of Amphoras
Why are modern wineries using them and what is their effect on wine?
Author: Rana Masri
Rana is a certified WSET3 and French Wine Scholar. She is a forever student with a passion for wine stories and converting wine drinkers to enthusiasts following their own wine journeys. Rana comes from the ancient land of wine Lebanon and currently lives in Dubai with her other two passions, her kids.
The Distinctive Wines of Alsace: French Terroir and German Legacy
Alsace hardly falls in line with the other French wine making regions, from the grape varieties planted, to the styles of wine produced, down to the bottles used. Considering its location, Alsace falls on the northeastern part of France on the border with Germany. But historically, it was lost and reclaimed so many times by […]
3 Ways the French Wine Scholar Program is Different from WSET3
Before venturing into the French Wine Scholar (FWS) program, you should know that it’s big, it’s very detailed, very demanding, but also VERY much worth it. I have completed the third level of WSET (Wine and Spirit Education Trust) successfully and selected the FWS program with the conviction that understanding French terroir and wines is […]
The Story of Malbec, Carménère, and Tannat
In the mid-19th century, Malbec, Carménère, and Tannat left their homeland in France heading to South America – future unknown. Just like most immigrants, armed only by their abilities and potential, these grapes have adapted and prospered in their new homes. Malbec is reaching new heights (literally and figuratively) in Argentina. Carménère became Chile’s signature […]