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.
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 value, and the cuvées that truly impressed when labels and reputation were stripped away.
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 Swartland and the Douro Valley, this conversation offers rare insights into one of the most influential figures shaping modern South African wine.
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 Hodder, the estate continues to set the benchmark for refined Australian cool-climate wines, uniting tradition, innovation, and a deep sense of place.
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 this Chefs & Cellars feature, we explore how the Klosse family shapes the future of Dutch gastronomy with Het Wild Atelier and the renowned Academie voor Gastronomie.
Set in the heart of the Veluwe, De Echoput blends wild nature, fine dining, and the science of taste like no other restaurant in the Netherlands. Our Chefs & Cellars interview reveals how the Klosse family is redefining Dutch gastronomy through innovation, education, and their new concept Het Wild Atelier.
Experience the culinary harmony of Restaurant Le Havre and Domburg Kaas, Noten & Wijn, as Chef Peter Kok’s refined French-inspired cuisine meets expertly curated wine pairings by Domburg. This exclusive wine dinner showcased exceptional dishes, standout service from sommelier Massimiliano Simbula, and world-class bottles—from Chablis Grand Cru to Vega Sicilia’s Valbuena No. 5.
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