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.
Reflections on Bordeaux’s 2021 Vintage. For many, 2021 in France will be remembered as a particularly challenging year for grape cultivation, due to unfavourable climatic conditions. Following a mild winter, an unexpectedly warm week swept across Europe at the end of March. Temperatures soared so much that it felt like a summer day, even in […]
Exploring the Sake Renaissance: A Journey for Wine Enthusiasts. Since its start, Dutch Wine Apprentice has been immersed in the world of wine. As part of our favorite topic, we’re expanding our horizons: exploring the realm of Japanese Sake. Surprisingly, the allure of Japanese Sake is on the rise, with sommeliers now incorporating it into […]
Discovering the Charm of Campania with Quintodecimo. Italy is renowned as a leading wine-producing nation, boasting a rich array of indigenous grape varieties. While names like Sangiovese in Tuscany or Nebbiolo in Piemonte may be familiar, the vast selection of grapes for high-quality wines might be initially overwhelming. Yet, once you encounter truly exceptional wines, […]
Vilafonté: A Standard Bearer of South African Wine Excellence. Nestled in the viticultural haven of South Africa, Vilafonté has distinguished itself not only as a purveyor of premium wines but also as a pillar of innovation and tradition in the wine industry. Founded by Mike Ratcliffe, a seasoned veteran of the wine industry, and his […]
Celebrating Excellence: POOT Agenturen’s 50th Anniversary. Earlier this year we attended POOT Agenturen’s 50-year anniversary tasting, at the Van Der Valk Hotel in Nootdorp. A full floor filled with producers (65), buzzing with clients and wine lovers, offered a great overview of the portfolio of this established importer, with no less than 650 open wines. With a […]
Alsace – Moving from Sweet Pasts to Dry and Sunny Futures. Think about the French Alsace and words like charming, cosy and sweetly come to mind. It is exactly this last word, that the Interprofessional Committee of Alsace Wines (CIVA) wants to get rid of. Our Alsace expert Benjamin Roelfs already proved the groundlessness of it in […]
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