January 16, 2025

The History of Wine: From the African Savanna to a Warming World

The history of wine didn’t begin with the dawn of agriculture in the Neolithic era. In fact, the story of wine predates the very emergence of our species.

December 6, 2024

The Origin of Wine: The Divine, Humanity, and the Vine

A celebration of the dawn of the first civilizations, the origin of wine is an age-old tale intertwining the divine and the human.

December 05, 2024

Touriga Nacional: The Red Queen of Portuguese Grapes

The story of Portuguese winemaking is written in a bold, unmistakable colour: the deep crimson of Touriga Nacional.

November 13, 2024

Wine Tannins: The Sculpture of Oenology

Discover what tannins are and how they shape the sensory landscape of a wine.

October 30, 2024

The Dão Wine Region: Nature, Wines, and Culture

A benchmark of Portuguese winemaking, the Dão Wine Region is a place where wines are woven into a rich and intriguing historical fabric.

October 20, 2024

What is Terroir in Wine? A Complete Guide

To many, the true meaning of 'terroir' in wine is still veiled in mystery. Uncover its essence here.

October 10, 2024

Encruzado Grape: The Most Illustrious of Dão’s White Wines

The Encruzado grape is not just another white grape variety – emblem of the Dão Region, this is a remarkable grape that creates wines as complex and captivating as the landscape where it is grown.