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Destino: Sherry Heaven in Rotterdam

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.

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Chefs and Cellars, Dining at Restaurant Fred

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.

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Oxer Bastegieta: A Winemaker Guided by Soul, Soil, and Sound

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.

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Interviews

In our talk show “Cellar Talks” we interview wine lovers and professionals from all over the world to listen to their wine stories and learn more about wine while we are at it.

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About us

My name is Niels and I am the founder of Dutch Wine Apprentice. Coming from a country (the Netherlands) that is not exactly known for great wines I did not grow up with vineyards and grapes around me. My love and interest in wine came alive at a later age when I got introduced to fine dining, which led me to the discovery of all sorts of different wines