In the Spotlight
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Eat + TRINK: For the Love of Marillenfleck
The Wachau stands tall as one of Austria’s most storied wine regions. Terraced vineyards of Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, and other varieties line the bend of the mighty Danube. But grapes aren’t the only iconic fruit here. As a nerdy baker and wine nerd, I am intrigued by why particular grape or fruit varieties thrive in…

TRINKtalks. The Pod.
In Ep. 11, renowned Italian agronomist Marco Simonit shares the story of what first drew him
to the art of vine pruning, how he developed his pioneering gentle pruning technique,
and why it’s transforming vineyards across the world.
Available now!
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The Kitzingen Connection
Kitzingen has never been particularly famed as a mecca for winemaking in Franken. So when I received an invitation to visit this town, 20 km southeast of Würzburg, for a wine presentation by the New Kitz & Friends, I had…
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A Closer Look at Germany’s Wine Exports in 2024
Much has been made of an increase in German wine exports last year. Dr. Karl Storchmann reports that the data are open to interpretation.
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Burgenland Orange: A New Shade for the DAC?
When Italy’s Collio DOC voted in December 2024 to include orange wines in their disciplinare, the news barely caused a ripple in the grand lake that is global wine. Meanwhile, I was in a state of mild shock. One of…

Vol 22: Digging Deeper
While groping our way towards the hope of spring, it feels fitting to dig. Dig deep. Deeper.
Read on to unearth the stories with roots of resilience from seeds of strength.
Wine Regions

Austria

Germany

Italy
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Quarterly volumes and regular rolling content keep you tapped into the “now” of these exciting regions and cultures. Whether you’re a curious reader or industry professional, click below to keep reading and choose the subscription plan that is right for you!

in the previous issue
Volume 21, The Pinot Edition
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