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Bodega Otronia: Winemaking in Extreme Conditions
Discover Bodega Otronia, one of the world’s southernmost wineries, producing high-quality organic wines in the extreme climate of Argentine Patagonia. With strong winds, cold temperatures, and extended sunlight shaping the vineyards, Otronia crafts wines of remarkable freshness, structure, and aging potential.
Bernardus Wines – Monterey’s Dutch-Rooted Gem
Discover Bernardus Wines, a Monterey-based winery with Dutch roots, where tradition meets innovation in crafting world-class wines like the iconic Marinus blend. Led by Robert and Stephan van der Wallen, Jeff Meier, and Jim McCabe, Bernardus exemplifies California winemaking excellence with a European soul.
Chefs and Cellars S01E06 – Restaurant Fred, Axel and Daniël
In the season finale of Chefs & Cellars, we visit the acclaimed two Michelin-starred Restaurant Fred in Rotterdam. Sommeliers Axel Rosier and Daniël Gravesteijn share their bold, terroir-driven wine philosophy and unveil the restaurant’s stunning new wine room at the heart of its city-center location.
Celebrating World Malbec Day with Laura Catena
Join us as we celebrate World Malbec Day with Laura Catena of Catena Zapata, one of Argentina’s leading voices in wine. Discover the fascinating journey of Malbec from its French roots to global fame, and read our in-depth review of the acclaimed 2022 Malbec Argentino.
Destino: Sherry Heaven in Rotterdam
Discover Destino, the Netherlands’ very first sherry bar, bringing a bold new chapter to Rotterdam’s food and wine scene. From refined sherries to Spanish-inspired cuisine, this unique hotspot is redefining how we experience one of Spain’s most iconic wines.
Chefs and Cellars, Dining at Restaurant Fred
Join us behind the scenes at two-Michelin-starred Restaurant Fred in Rotterdam for the season finale of our Chefs & Cellars podcast. Discover an extraordinary lunch experience with sommeliers Axel Rosier and Daniël Gravesteijn, featuring world-class wine pairings and seafood-driven cuisine by Chef Fred Mustert.
Oxer Bastegieta: A Winemaker Guided by Soul, Soil, and Sound
Oxer Bastegieta is redefining Spanish winemaking with soulful, terroir-driven wines from Bizkaiko Txakolina, Rioja, and Toro. In an exclusive winemaker dinner at NOTK Rotterdam, we explored his bold philosophy, biodynamic practices, and the expressive artistry behind top-rated cuvées like Kalamity and Kuusu.
Bordeaux Masterclass at De Echoput: A Tale of Two Châteaux
Explore the elegance and innovation of Bordeaux through an exclusive masterclass at De Echoput, featuring Château Giscours and Château Haut-Bailly. Hosted by Peter Klosse and led by estate directors Alexander van Beek and Véronique Sanders – van Beek, this deep dive into Margaux and Pessac-Léognan reveals the soul of terroir-driven winemaking.
Mr. Riggs Wines Shine at Winemakers’ Dinner at Roemer Utrecht
We attended the Mr. Riggs Winemakers’ Dinner at Roemer Utrecht, where winemaker Ben Riggs presented a stellar lineup of wines from McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, and beyond. Hosted by 2Islandwines, the evening showcased exceptional food and wine pairings in one of Utrecht’s top wine restaurants.