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Available via Rick Eradus Wijnimport, under €17.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/la-pavillonne-2019-review-e50-champagne-from-veuve-clicquots-historic-estate/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/la-pavillonne-2019-review-e50-champagne-from-veuve-clicquots-historic-estate/La Pavillonne 2019 from Champagne Le Gallais: Blanc de Blancs from Boursault, single plot, 4-5 years on lees, 6 g/l dosage.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTLa Pavillonne 2019 from Champagne Le Gallais: Blanc de Blancs from Boursault, single plot, 4-5 years on lees, 6 g/l dosage.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/900wine-gran-cuvee-blanc-de-blancs-review-what-e17-prosecco-actually-delivers/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/900wine-gran-cuvee-blanc-de-blancs-review-what-e17-prosecco-actually-delivers/Honest review of 900wine Gran Cuvée Blanc de Blancs. Does this €17 Glera-Chardonnay Prosecco deliver? Part 1 of 3 in the 900wine series.Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTHonest review of 900wine Gran Cuvée Blanc de Blancs. 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Premium white grape must, 0.0% vol., and bubbles that get close to actual wine.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTZero di Zero puts non-alcoholic sparkling on the map. Premium white grape must, 0.0% vol., and bubbles that get close to actual wine.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/bodegas-raices-ibericas-a-journey-through-spains-hidden-wine-treasures/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/bodegas-raices-ibericas-a-journey-through-spains-hidden-wine-treasures/Bodegas Raíces Ibéricas: single-vineyard Garnacha from Calatayud. Mark Schiettekat saved a local cooperative and preserves Spain's wine heritage.Sun, 05 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMTBodegas Raíces Ibéricas: single-vineyard Garnacha from Calatayud. Mark Schiettekat saved a local cooperative and preserves Spain's wine heritage.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/fleury-dubourg-wines-a-complete-guide-to-bordeauxs-hidden-gems/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/fleury-dubourg-wines-a-complete-guide-to-bordeauxs-hidden-gems/Sitting before an impressive lineup from Fleury-Dubourg, established in 1768, I feel privileged to share these hidden gems with you.Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTSitting before an impressive lineup from Fleury-Dubourg, established in 1768, I feel privileged to share these hidden gems with you.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/natural-harmony-discovering-grape-n-greens-organic-wine-collection/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/natural-harmony-discovering-grape-n-greens-organic-wine-collection/There's something special about opening a bottle of wine and knowing it's been crafted in harmony with nature.Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTThere's something special about opening a bottle of wine and knowing it's been crafted in harmony with nature.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/discover-the-charm-of-can-gelat-mallorcas-premier-biowine-estate/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/discover-the-charm-of-can-gelat-mallorcas-premier-biowine-estate/Nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Serra de Tramuntana, Gelat Mallorca stands as a testament to the perfect fusion of traditional winemaking and.Sun, 29 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTNestled in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Serra de Tramuntana, Gelat Mallorca stands as a testament to the perfect fusion of traditional winemaking and.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/exploring-the-rich-tapestry-of-southern-italian-wines-the-pepe-familys-puglia-ge/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/exploring-the-rich-tapestry-of-southern-italian-wines-the-pepe-familys-puglia-ge/We all know the very warm region of Puglia (also known as Apulia) in Italy, a cornerstone of Southern Italian viticulture.Sat, 28 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTWe all know the very warm region of Puglia (also known as Apulia) in Italy, a cornerstone of Southern Italian viticulture.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/stutts-finding-the-sweet-spot-in-low-alcohol-craft-beer/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/stutts-finding-the-sweet-spot-in-low-alcohol-craft-beer/In the vibrant craft beer scene of the Netherlands, Stutt's is carving out a distinctive niche with its innovative approach to brewing.Sat, 28 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTIn the vibrant craft beer scene of the Netherlands, Stutt's is carving out a distinctive niche with its innovative approach to brewing.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/guglielmini-a-family-legacy-in-san-colombanos-wine-country/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/guglielmini-a-family-legacy-in-san-colombanos-wine-country/Hey, wine lovers! Let me take you on a delightful journey to discover the wonderful world of Guglielmini wines.Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTHey, wine lovers! Let me take you on a delightful journey to discover the wonderful world of Guglielmini wines.https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/bedoba-orange-georgias-ancient-winemaking-tradition-meets-modern-elegance/https://vinovonk.com/en/articles/bedoba-orange-georgias-ancient-winemaking-tradition-meets-modern-elegance/Bedoba Orange 2021: 70% Rkatsiteli and 30% Kisi from Kakheti, Georgia. Qvevri-aged amber wine with 8000 years of tradition behind it.Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTBedoba Orange 2021: 70% Rkatsiteli and 30% Kisi from Kakheti, Georgia. 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