Welcome to the VINVM Journal. Here you will find interesting reading material about various wine related subjects as well as updates about life in general at VINVM. We will also try to keep you up to date about various wine tastings we will be attending and any winery trips that we will go on. Instead of calling it a blog, we thought “Journal” is a better word to use as it is a mixture of latest news, wine related articles and some great special offers that we will be listing occasionally. We sincerely hope that you will enjoy the content, and please do send us your comments and recommendations. We would love to hear what you have to say.
Champagne
To understand Champagne, one must learn about the region where it comes from; the grapes used to make it, and the diverse styles that make the category so exciting. This is our quick guide to Champagne.
Wine Bottle Sizes
The creation of resistant, standardised glass bottles changed the world of wine forever. Although the standard 750ml bottle is the most used, others exist, and knowing about them pays off.
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a noble red varietal and one of the most famous wine grapes worldwide. Both inexperienced wine tasters and seasoned wine lovers find the wines made with Pinot Noir alluring.
Sparkling Wine
Discover the secrets behind sparkling wine production methods. Here are the most common (and some uncommon) ways of making sparkling wine - the world’s most sophisticated and refined wine style.
Lambrusco
Lambrusco is an Italian wine, and it’s considered an entry-level libation; one that lures non-wine drinkers into the extraordinary world of wine. It is a bubbly, sweet red wine, and it’s effortless to drink
Washington
After California, Washington is the most significant wine-producing state in America, and its wine quality is up there with the best in the world. Wine here is produced in many different styles.
Sauvignon Blanc
Here’s what you need to know about Sauvignon Blanc: its history, flavour, wine styles and food pairings. After all, if you’re not in love with Sauvignon Blanc yet, you haven’t tried enough of it!
Riesling
This grape variety is highly expressive of its terroir, where it adapts to each unique environment. What you experience with a bottle of Riesling depends on its region, growing conditions, and age.
Burgundy
The Burgundy wine region in France is small, but produces some of the most elegant and expensive wines in the world. We take a closer look at this amazing wine region and what makes it so special.
Festive Tipples
Whether you’re cooking for 20 or you’ve been invited along to a special meal that you haven’t had to cook, we’ve got the perfect bottle for every occasion, so that all you have to do is relax and enjoy.
Merlot
Due to it’s versatility and ability to grow in both cool and warm climates, you can find Merlot wine being produced all over the world. Check out this article for some more information and Merlot facts!
Pinotage
We take a look at the fascinating story of South Africa’s national grape varietal Pinotage, why it has been maligned in the past and why now is definitely the best time to give it a second look.
Making Mulled Wine at Home
Although it is possible to buy premixed mulled wine or mulling sachets at the supermarket, we think there is no substitute to mixing your own mulled wine at home
Low Tannin Red Wine
Low-tannin reds are generally lighter and more refreshing than other reds (some are even served chilled) which makes them ideal for summer drinking.
Orange Wines
This new kid on the block is actually an ancient wine, which has started to experience a resurgence in popularity. We take a look at what is Orange wine and where it comes from.
Provence Style Rosé and Beyond
Even with the warmer weather looking to be on its way out, there is no need to let go of that summer taste just yet. Our top Provence and Provence style Rosès.
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