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Prosecco has become a worldwide phenomenon so much so that the supply cannot meet global demand. What is Prosecco and what is behind the success of this iconic sparkling wine from Italy? Prosecco is a refreshing, light, aromatic sparkling wine with a citrusy flavour with a hint

Chile is one of the largest wine producers in the world whose success as an exporter has been based on making good value, commercial style Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay that is appealing to consumers in many countries. The industry is dominated by a handful of wine

Rome is one of the most popular weekend break destinations for tourists.  So when buying Italian wine, which should you ask for when sitting in a Roman piazza?  Italian wines can be superb but it can be complicated to understand the grape varieties and regions. The

It is 21 years since Apartheid ended and South African wine has been available on international markets. I have visited South Africa on numerous occasions to buy wine and seen how the country’s wine industry has advanced. There is a strong belief among many winemakers that South