Niels Aarts, auteur op Dutch Wine Apprentice

Taaibosch and Cabernet Franc: A Helderberg Renaissance

Niels Aarts 20-01-26 No Comments

Taaibosch Wines has re-emerged as one of South Africa’s most compelling Helderberg estates, built around a Cabernet Franc–led vision shaped by maritime influence and distinctive soils. Under the guidance of…

Chefs & Cellars: Dining at Restaurant Het Koetshuis

Niels Aarts 09-01-26 No Comments

Restaurant Het Koetshuis, nestled in the forests near Bennekom, is a quietly iconic Dutch fine dining destination where classical French cuisine, thoughtful wine pairings, and family heritage come together. In…

Chefs and Cellars S02E02 – Restaurant Het Koetshuis, Danny Löhr

Niels Aarts 09-01-26 No Comments

In Chefs & Cellars S02E02 we visit Restaurant Het Koetshuis in Bennekom, where Danny Lohr shares how this culinary institute blends classical French cuisine with one of the most exciting…

Caiarossa – Biodynamic Precision on the Tuscan Coast

Niels Aarts 06-01-26 No Comments

High above the Tuscan coast near Riparbella, Caiarossa is redefining biodynamic winemaking with mosaic terroirs, scientific precision, and a Bordeaux-driven philosophy of balance. Under Alexander van Beek, the estate crafts…

Champagne Billecart-Salmon at Rosewood Amsterdam

Niels Aarts 30-12-25 No Comments

Champagne Billecart-Salmon at Rosewood Amsterdam brought together CEO Mathieu Roland-Billecart, a rare vintage masterclass and a refined Champagne pairing lunch at Restaurant Eeuwen, hosted by Dutch importer Résidence Wijnen. From…

Restaurant CUE x Champagne Bruno Paillard

Bruno Paillard Shines at Four-Hands Dinner at CUE Amsterdam

Niels Aarts 29-12-25 No Comments

CUE Amsterdam hosted an exceptional four-hands dinner featuring chefs George Kataras and Matthias Marc, paired with the refined Champagnes of Bruno Paillard. The evening showcased the restaurant’s rising prominence in…

2025 Dutch Wine Apprentice Sparkling Wine Contest.

Top Sparkling Wines of 2025: Blind Tasting

Niels Aarts 23-12-25 No Comments

Discover the top sparkling wines of 2025 in our comprehensive blind tasting, showcasing standout bottles from Champagne, Franciacorta, England, Corpinnat, Trento, and the Loire. These results reveal rising regions, exceptional…

Grape Masters Special Edition – Marc Kent, Boekenhoutskloof

Niels Aarts 18-12-25 No Comments

Discover the story behind Boekenhoutskloof in this special Grape Masters episode, recorded live at De Wereldse Wijndagen with South African winemaker and industry leader Marc Kent. From Franschhoek to the…

Wynns Coonawarra, Red Earth, Refined Wines

Niels Aarts 15-12-25 No Comments

Wynns Coonawarra Estate showcases the power of Coonawarra’s iconic terra rossa soils, crafting elegant, age-worthy Cabernet and Shiraz that reflect more than a century of heritage. Guided by winemaker Sue…

Chefs & Cellars: Dining at Hotel Gastronomique De Echoput

Niels Aarts 12-12-25 No Comments

Hotel Gastronomique De Echoput, located in the forests of the Veluwe, is one of the Netherlands’ most iconic gastronomic destinations, where nature, fine dining, and taste education come together. In…

Author: Niels Aarts

Taaibosch and Cabernet Franc: A Helderberg Renaissance

Chefs & Cellars: Dining at Restaurant Het Koetshuis

Chefs and Cellars S02E02 – Restaurant Het Koetshuis, Danny Löhr

Caiarossa – Biodynamic Precision on the Tuscan Coast

Champagne Billecart-Salmon at Rosewood Amsterdam

Bruno Paillard Shines at Four-Hands Dinner at CUE Amsterdam

Top Sparkling Wines of 2025: Blind Tasting

Grape Masters Special Edition – Marc Kent, Boekenhoutskloof

Wynns Coonawarra, Red Earth, Refined Wines

Chefs & Cellars: Dining at Hotel Gastronomique De Echoput

Taaibosch and Cabernet Franc: A Helderberg Renaissance

Dr. Crusius: Historic Vineyards, Contemporary Nahe Wines

Clau de Nell – Anjou’s Biodynamic Soul

Chefs & Cellars: Dining at Restaurant Het Koetshuis

Author: Niels Aarts

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