Niels is a leading authority in the world of fine wine. Working with top tier wineries and wine regions across the world he has not only built a personal connection with them but also accumulated valuable insights and understanding of the industry.
Besides Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Dutch Wine Apprentice Niels is a frequent speaker on the topic of fine wine, with a focus on positioning, distribution and fine wine sales. He still takes time to write his own reflections and articles on the Dutch Wine Apprentice website.
Baden and Spätburgunder: A Passionate Connection. Upon invitation, we recently traveled through Baden, Germany, for three days from South to North. In our previous article, we provided an overview of the region and highlighted the critical moments of the press trip. (If you haven’t read it, we highly recommend you check it out here.) In this article we will […]
Discover the brilliance of Rheinhessen in Grape Masters S01E03, featuring Philipp Wittmann of Weingut Wittmann. Learn about his biodynamic winemaking philosophy, the iconic dry Rieslings, and the collaborative spirit that has elevated Rheinhessen’s global reputation.
Château Beychevelle: A Timeless Elegance in Every Glass. Located within Bordeaux’s Saint-Julien appellation, Château Beychevelle stands as a testament to the region’s rich winemaking heritage. Recently, we had the pleasure of joining Erwan Le Brozec, Commercial Director of the château, Marie-Laure Decroix, Export Manager of Borie-Manoux (negociant), and Judith Poot, Director of Poot Agenturen (Dutch importer), for a tasting of […]
Chefs & Cellars: A New Podcast Journey into the Heart of Fine Dining and Wine. The creators of Dutch Wine Apprentice are excited to announce their newest podcast series, “Chefs & Cellars”. This captivating podcast takes listeners on an exclusive journey into the heart of the Dutch restaurant scene, where exceptional cuisine meets the finest […]
Weingut Wittmann: Crafting Excellence in Rheinhessen. Located in the heart of Rheinhessen, Germany’s largest wine-producing region, Weingut Wittmann exemplifies excellence and tradition. This winery, led by Philipp Wittmann, has gained international acclaim for its exceptional Rieslings and commitment to biodynamic practices. Our recent visit to the estate offered a glimpse into the philosophy and passion driving this […]
Champagne Joseph Perrier x Brouzje: A Sparkling Collaboration. Brouzje Champagne is the brand-new importer of Champagne Joseph Perrier in the Netherlands. To celebrate the start of this exclusive collaboration, an introductory tasting event took place in the Grand Hotel Karel V in Utrecht. Our Hermen speaks to Brouzje founder Hinke de Jong and Joseph Perrier export manager Paul Edgar Bredar. […]
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