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All rosé is sweet; rosé is cheap: it doesn’t pair with anything; rosé is only for women, or summer, or women in summer… The list of prejudices goes on. So in honour of International Rosé Day, we’re debunking the most common myths about rosé wine. It’s a New Trend Rosé production goes back millennia.  Ancient Greek wine would have been much closer in appearance to today’s rosé wines than red,…

To celebrate World Lambrusco Day on June 21st, we’re inviting you to dip your toes into the world of this often misunderstood and underappreciated grape. Read on to learn more about the drink’s long history, its origin, main characteristics, and what it is that makes it so special. A Short Introduction to Lambrusco Lambrusco is a type of red grape originating from Italy in four areas in Emilia-Romagna and one…

Still looking for the perfect gift for your dad this Father’s Day? Then read on to discover our compilation of Father’s Day drinks for every personality. Wine for Demanding and Mature Fathers People who drink wine tend to be practical and sensible. They like routine and are disciplined. They’re demanding and mature. If your father is interested in quality above all else, likes to have clear goals in all aspects…

No, wines don’t just age in dark cellars. Some wineries prefer to have their wine aged underwater, directly in the sea, where the environmental conditions seem to be better for maintaining the wine’s characteristics. And the reasons, if you think about it, are quite clear: no oxygen, no light, constant temperature, and stillness. You couldn’t ask for a better way to age your wine in peace and quiet! How Did…

Climate change inevitably has an impact on the world of wine. Damage caused by rising temperatures, loss of soil fertility and the disruption of ecosystems are just some of the problems facing winemakers. On World Environment Day 2021 we want to look at the changes ahead for winemaking, and how climate change will create new regions that will benefit from global warming and, conversely, how it may negatively impact regions…

If Cognac was Napoleon’s favourite drink, it’s also been a favourite of American rappers for a few years now. Busta Rhymes, Snoop Dog, Tupac, Jay-Z … There are plenty of music artists who love it, turning Cognac into an identity symbol. Cognac’s Revival Thanks to US Rap Music In the early 2000s, the American rapper Busta Rhymes caused a stir with his video “Pass The Courvoisier”. In the video, the…

Think the best way to watch a football match is with a beer in your hand? Think again! Unless you’re a real beer lover that is. Have you ever thought that football and wine might be a match made in heaven? These footballer players-turned-winemakers certainly thought so! David Ginola A former striker for Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham, David Ginola is now a TV presenter… but not only that. He’s also…

Biodiversity is a term used to describe the enormous variety of life on Earth. It can be used more specifically to refer to all of the species in one region or ecosystem. Biodiversity refers to every living thing, including plants, bacteria, animals, and humans. Source: National geographic Biodiversity shouldn’t be seen as a mere fad. Biodiversity in the vineyard is essential for the enhancement of the different terroirs and for…

Gin is made from a neutral spirit flavoured with juniper and several other ingredients like roots, fruits, herbs, seeds and berries – all known as botanicals. But what botanicals can be used and what flavour do they add to gin? In this short guide to gin botanicals, we’ll explore the most commonly used botanicals and their properties, as well as giving some gin-tastic suggestions for your next G&T.  Short introduction…

To celebrate World Book Day 2021, Drinks&Co are sharing a compilation of 5 original books about alcohol that bookworms and drinks enthusiasts alike will love. Whether wine’s your jam or awesome cocktails, or even just drinking at home, alone, in your underwear, we’ve got the book for you. 1. Free the Tipple: Kickass Cocktails Inspired by Iconic Women, by Jennifer Croll If you’re looking for a beautifully illustrated cocktail book…