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Revitalising Pokolbin: The Cedar Mill Hunter Valley Located on the corner of McDonalds and Broke roads in Pokolbin within the tourist node, the ambitious development seeks to harness the region's viticultural heritage, transforming a 41-hectare site into a vibrant hub for local and international visitors. What is proposed is a multi-faceted development encompassing a museum, convention centre and tourism clusters. Each cluster is designed to offer unique experiences, from exploring the rich history of winemaking in the museum cluster to hosting large-scale events and conference in the convention cluster. The tourism cluster aims to support the principal uses by offering a range of activities, including wine tasting, dining and retail experiences. Historically, the site has been vacant pasture for about 50 years, with recent investigations confirming that the soil profile is not considered to be prime viticultural land and offers extremely limited capacity for wine grape production. Our latest development journal edition will issued on Monday morning. Subscribe here to stay informed: https://lnkd.in/gzNEX4k5

Revitalising Pokolbin: The Cedar Mill Hunter Valley Located on the corner of McDonalds and Broke roads in Pokolbin within the tourist node, the ambitious development seeks to harness the region's viticultural heritage, transforming a 41-hectare site into a vibrant hub for local and international visitors. What is proposed is a multi-faceted development encompassing a museum, convention centre and tourism clusters. Each cluster is designed to offer unique experiences, from exploring the rich history of winemaking in the museum cluster to hosting large-scale events and conference in the convention cluster. The tourism cluster aims to support the principal uses by offering a range of activities, including wine tasting, dining and retail experiences. Historically, the site has been vacant pasture for about 50 years, with recent investigations confirming that the soil profile is not considered to be prime viticultural land and offers extremely limited capacity for wine grape production. Our latest development journal edition will issued on Monday morning. Subscribe here to stay informed: https://lnkd.in/gaRbF-St PROPERTIED

While Port and Madeira are staples of the fortified wine market and well known even by non-drinkers, an historical wine made in boutique amounts just a few miles west of Lisbon is almost invisible to consumers. It's called Carcavelos. The first records of a wine actually produced in the Carcavelos region date from the 15th century. And even though the demarcated region of Carcavelos is one of the smaller Portuguese DOCs (Controlled Denomination of Origin), it wasn't always the case. It had mostly disappeared due to a number of factors related to land under acreage, disease and falling out of favour. Today, thanks to recovery efforts and events, it represents another wine tourism opportunity for Portugal's fortified wines market. #Portugal #carcavelos #fortifiedwines #culturalheritage #winetourism Anna Drozdowska Chef Fatmata Binta Rebecca Mackenzie, MA (Global Leadership), CDME Jane Connelly Niki Zoli Caroline Couret Caroline Morrow luisa ambrosio Luiza Ambrosio Sofia Fonseca Marco Martins

🍇 Asia Minor, a large peninsula which forms most of contemporary Türkiye (Turkey), is considered to be one of the most ancient wine producing regions in the world. But its wines are yet to be discovered by drinks enthusiasts globally. With a total of 420,000 hectares planted, Türkiye has the 5th largest vineyard area in the world (OIV, 2021). But most of this vineyard land is used to produce fresh and dried grapes, rather than wine grapes. Despite its ancient winemaking tradition, only around 15% of the total vineyard area is dedicated to wine grapes. This places national wine production well below countries like Greece, Georgia and Romania. 🍷 While grapes are grown all around Türkiye, some regions are less suited to commercial viticulture. The central and eastern Black Sea coast experience excessive rainfall during the growing season, resulting in high disease pressure, while the eastern highlands, situated at 2,000-3,000 metres above sea level, are too high. ✨ Four areas collectively produce nearly 85% of wine grapes in the country (Turkstat, 2021). 💠 The Aegean is the country’s most important wine producing region, producing around 30% of national wine production. It has several subzones worth exploring: 📍Islands – Bozcaada & Gökçeada 📍Coastal Aegean – Urla, Selçuk, Bodrum, Datça 📍The Aegean Inlands – Manisa, Denizli, Uşak 📍The Southeast zone, home to the indigenous black grape varieties Öküzgözü and Boğazkere, comes a close second in importance. Look out for subzones: Elazığ and Diyarbakır. 📍The next two most significant regions are Thrace (subzones: North Thrace; Coastal Thrace and Gallipoli Peninsula) and Central Anatolia (subzones: Kalecik and Cappadoccia). Please contact ; ☎️ +90 256 613 04 23 ✉️ [email protected] #Turkeyawaitsyou #dreamit #travel #nature #photography #travelphotography #love #photooftheday #instagood #travelgram #picoftheday #instagram #beautiful #photo #wanderlust #naturephotography #adventure #travelblogger #instatravel

➤➤➤Discovering the Heart of Etna at Terra Costantino Perfectly situated between the Mediterranean Sea and the volcanic majesty of Mount Etna Terra Costantino reflects the deep connection between man and the land. Soon after I arrived I was shown a “wall of stone” that exposes the dynamic soil types of this spectacular estate … a diversity of soils that along with other factors create the fabulous aromas and flavors I later tasted in the glass. As the first organic winery on Etna, Terra Costantino has long been a pioneer in sustainable winemaking, and its story is one of passion, tradition, and a profound respect for the natural world. https://lnkd.in/e3jRgYvu

Nestled in the heart of the Mt Ventoux Natural Park (Parc naturel régional du Mont-Ventoux) and UNESCO biosphere, the Southern Rhone Ventoux viticultural district or Les vins AOC Ventoux as it is known to the French, is one of the fastest rising star in the French viticultural nebula thanks to its sustainable and regenerative focus, its uncommon altitude and unspoilt natural environment. Wolves were even spotted last winter at its northern boundaries in the legendary “Dentelles de Montmirail “ cliff formations. Keep in mind that the trade surplus recorded by the French Wine & Spirit sector in 2023 matched the deficit of its auto sector: € 20 Bln. Tourism is already France’s #1 economic sector… whilst the weight of its industrial sector as a share of GDP is the smallest in Europe (9%)… Chêne Bleu Wines #regenerativeviticulture #finewines

🍇 Asia Minor, a large peninsula which forms most of contemporary Türkiye (Turkey), is considered to be one of the most ancient wine producing regions in the world. But its wines are yet to be discovered by drinks enthusiasts globally. With a total of 420,000 hectares planted, Türkiye has the 5th largest vineyard area in the world (OIV, 2021). But most of this vineyard land is used to produce fresh and dried grapes, rather than wine grapes. Despite its ancient winemaking tradition, only around 15% of the total vineyard area is dedicated to wine grapes. This places national wine production well below countries like Greece, Georgia and Romania. 🍷 While grapes are grown all around Türkiye, some regions are less suited to commercial viticulture. The central and eastern Black Sea coast experience excessive rainfall during the growing season, resulting in high disease pressure, while the eastern highlands, situated at 2,000-3,000 metres above sea level, are too high. ✨ Four areas collectively produce nearly 85% of wine grapes in the country (Turkstat, 2021). 💠 The Aegean is the country’s most important wine producing region, producing around 30% of national wine production. It has several subzones worth exploring: 📍Islands – Bozcaada & Gökçeada 📍Coastal Aegean – Urla, Selçuk, Bodrum, Datça 📍The Aegean Inlands – Manisa, Denizli, Uşak 📍The Southeast zone, home to the indigenous black grape varieties Öküzgözü and Boğazkere, comes a close second in importance. Look out for subzones: Elazığ and Diyarbakır. 📍The next two most significant regions are Thrace (subzones: North Thrace; Coastal Thrace and Gallipoli Peninsula) and Central Anatolia (subzones: Kalecik and Cappadoccia). Please contact ; ☎️ +90 256 613 04 23 ✉️ [email protected] #Turkeyawaitsyou #dreamit #travel #nature #photography #travelphotography #love #photooftheday #instagood #travelgram #picoftheday #instagram #beautiful #photo #wanderlust #naturephotography #adventure #travelblogger #instatravel

2021 Windy Oaks Estate, Old Vine Series - Dry Muscat, Rodnick Vineyard, Chalone AVA, Monterey County. The all new and heavenly jasmine perfumed Old Vine - Dry Muscat comes from the chalky limestone rich soils of Chalone is a stony and floral, Alsace style white with crisp apple, keffer lime, tart peach, muskmelon and pineapple fruits in a soft light bodied wine that also shows spearmint, green almond and verbena accenting. This smooth example of Dry Muscat a subtle sense of the exotic and a unique version of this ancient varietal that saw a gentle crushing and direct press to used French oak barrels for fermentation and aging. Muscat, also known as Moscato Gialla, Zibibbo, Muscat of Alexandria and or Muskateller is found from North Africa to Australia, though more common in Alsace, France, the United States and in Germany’s Pfalz region along with Italy’s Piedmonte region where is is famously grown for their Moscato d’Asti. Muscat is a highly perfumed grape with a striking Jasmine nose and can be done in many styles, as we see throughput to old and new world, with sweet, sparkling, dry and tawny editions being some of the wide range of Muscat offerings. There are many theories as to the origins of the Muscat grape, with its ancestors go back to the ancient Egyptians and Persians of early antiquity (c. 3000-1000 BC) while some ampelographers, such as Pierre Galet, believe that the family of Muscat varieties were propagated during the period of classical antiquity (c. 800 BC to 600 AD) by the Greeks and Romans. Because the exact origins of the Muscat family cannot be pinpointed we are relying on what maybe be myth that the grape originated in the Arabian country of Oman and was named after the city of Muscat located on the coast of the Gulf of Oman. There are at least 14 main Muscat offspring and the grape can be made sweet, dry and sparkling, as well as fortified with spirit for long lived desert wines or even Tawny Port, as done in Australia. Available at www.windyoaksestate.com

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Spring Symphony in Our Vineyards: A Season of Renewal 🌼🍷 As the vibrant hues of spring paint the canvas of our vineyards, it's a poetic dance between nature and nurture at Azienda Agricola Casere. Let's delve into what spring signifies for our cherished vineyards. 🌿 1. Bud Break and New Beginnings: Spring marks the awakening of our dormant vines as they eagerly sprout tiny buds. It's a delicate ballet of nature, a promise of new clusters that will eventually transform into luscious grapes. 🌞 2. Sun-Kissed Canopies: With longer days and the gentle warmth of the sun, our vine canopies flourish. Each leaf becomes a solar panel, soaking in the sunlight and infusing the grapes with the energy they need for ripening. 💧 3. Vigilant Vineyard Care: Spring calls for meticulous vineyard management. Our team works tirelessly, ensuring each vine receives the attention it deserves. From pruning to canopy management, every step is guided by a commitment to excellence. 🌸 4. Blossoming Aromas: The air is filled with the sweet scent of blossoms as flowers adorn the vineyards. This aromatic symphony is a prelude to the rich flavors that will develop in the upcoming grapes. 🌱 5. Excitement in Every Cluster: As the vines mature, anticipation builds. The promise of an exceptional harvest is woven into each cluster, and we eagerly await the moment when the fruits of our labor reach their peak. 🚀 Next Steps: Craftsmanship in Motion: With spring as our guide, the journey unfolds. From nurturing the vines to tending to every detail in the cellar, our commitment to crafting exceptional wines remains unwavering. As we embrace the transformations in our vineyards, we invite you to stay tuned for the unveiling of the next chapter in our winemaking story. 🍇 Here's to the enchanting season of spring and the artistry it inspires in every bottle! #SpringInTheVineyards #CasereWines #WineCraftsmanship #SeasonalFlourish