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Terroir: The Magic Word Everyone Uses but Few Understand
Ah, terroir—a word that now adorns every wine conversation like a medal of authenticity. Everyone glorifies terroir, yet the mere...
Miguel Viana
28 de fev.2 min de leitura
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Touriga Nacional: The Queen That Never Reigned in Trás-os-Montes
Ah, Touriga Nacional! That icon of Portuguese viticulture, celebrated as the rare gem of our wines, omnipresent in the speeches of...
Miguel Viana
20 de fev.3 min de leitura
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Aging Potential: Science or Serendipity?
Aging Wines in the Cellar Aging wines in bottles is a fascinating topic and often sparks debates in the wine industry. Selecting the...
Miguel Viana
30 de nov. de 20243 min de leitura
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"Exploring Cuenta Viñas and the Atlantic Continental Touch of Eduardo Eguren"
The wine Cuenta Viñas is undoubtedly the most Atlantic Continental white I have ever tasted, accompanied by sophisticated reds that never...
Miguel Viana
15 de nov. de 20243 min de leitura
29 visualizações
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"Old Vines: The Legacy Lost Between Labels"
Old Vines Ah, the Old Vines (Vinhas Velhas), or simply OV (VV), as the connoisseurs would say... I particularly enjoy discussing this...
Miguel Viana
8 de nov. de 20242 min de leitura
58 visualizações
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Adega O CabalÃn: The Craft Behind A Espedrada and the Wines Set to Captivate
Almost every year, I am met with unexpected surprises, and last November was no exception. Together with a friend, I had the privilege of...
Miguel Viana
8 de out. de 20243 min de leitura
73 visualizações
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"The Ghost of the Lost Wine"
Ah, yet another chapter in the never-ending saga of low-quality bulk wine that insists on invading our market, pretending to be genuinely...
Miguel Viana
29 de ago. de 20243 min de leitura
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Wine: The Elixir of the Gods or The Unattainable Luxury?
In the world of divine nectars that are wines, voices rise, no less divine, proclaiming judgments that seem to transcend mere sensory...
Miguel Viana
25 de abr. de 20242 min de leitura
101 visualizações
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Entrecuestas Godello
What makes this white wine so special is the unique Terroir where the grapes are grown. Located in the high-altitude and poor soils of...
Miguel Viana
23 de nov. de 20232 min de leitura
23 visualizações
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"Unveiling the Elusive Secrets: The Enchanting Dance of Wood in Portuguese Wine"
Oh, yes, the wonderful wine industry in Portugal, where the deafening silence regarding the use of wood in winemaking is simply...
Miguel Viana
23 de nov. de 20232 min de leitura
16 visualizações
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Timeless Elixirs: Bodegas EstefanÃa's Symphony of MencÃa in Bierzo
Pagos de Posada: The Dance of Time in a Bottle In the heart of Bodegas EstefanÃa, a legendary winemaker with wise hands brings to life a...
Miguel Viana
17 de nov. de 20232 min de leitura
49 visualizações
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Exploring the Enigmatic Beauty: Unveiling Málaga's Rare and Versatile 100% Romé Wine
Introduction: In the enchanting region of Málaga lies a hidden treasure, a wine of rare and distinct character. This extraordinary red...
Miguel Viana
10 de jul. de 20233 min de leitura
24 visualizações
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"Reflections on the Wine Industry: Illusion, Authenticity, and the Market's Perception"
I worked as a sommelier and barista for 20 years, and for over 10 years now I've been in the wine production and viticulture field, as my...
Miguel Viana
13 de jun. de 20235 min de leitura
108 visualizações
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Quinta de Arcossó Arinto
The white wine from Quinta de Arcossó, made from the Arinto grape variety, is a great representative of this native Portuguese grape that...
Miguel Viana
27 de mar. de 20232 min de leitura
83 visualizações
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Couto Mixto
Certainly, the history and culture of the Couto Mixto region show us that, despite political differences, a fraternal and peaceful...
Miguel Viana
15 de mar. de 20233 min de leitura
40 visualizações
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Mengoba La Grand Cuvée 2015
The Mengoba La Grand Cuvée Godello 2015 is an exciting white wine and a true treasure of the Bierzo region. From the first taste, this...
Miguel Viana
14 de mar. de 20232 min de leitura
65 visualizações
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Pata D'Urso Rosé - Vinhas Antigas - 2020 (Quinta da Furada)
Once upon a time, there was a rosé wine that would make any sommelier or wine master fall in love. Produced by Quinta da Furada, the Pata...
Miguel Viana
10 de mar. de 20233 min de leitura
39 visualizações
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César Márquez (Bierzo)
Welcome to the world of Bierzo wines, where the old and new come together in perfect harmony to create some of the most exceptional wines...
Miguel Viana
9 de mar. de 20234 min de leitura
8 visualizações
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Gin Tanqueray Malaca
O meu amor por Gin Quem me conhece bem e trabalhou diretamente comigo, sabe, com certeza que amo Gin tónico, e que servi milhares de...
Miguel Viana
9 de mar. de 20233 min de leitura
4 visualizações
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Estaladiña ou Pan y Carne (Bierzo)
On this beautiful Sunday evening, something special happened. Instead of the typical Sunday roast at lunch, we were treated to an...
Miguel Viana
9 de mar. de 20232 min de leitura
8 visualizações
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