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Category Archives: International

Wine Branding. A useful tool for sales, or not?

July 7, 2016by Stavros (WineOctopus) Leave a comment

Below is my coursework assignment, for a very versatile topic concerning wine branding. It was submitted to WSET for my Diploma exams, and received a “pass with merit” grade. Will […]

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International, Wine Reviews
Drying the grapes of Commandaria under the hot sun of Cyprus

All answers to Cyprus’ wine gem: Commandaria luscious heaven

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The post’s about a rich, amber-colored sweet wine, flagship of the eastern Mediterranean island of Cyprus. Find out it’s recent legislation issues, distant relation to Port, ancient history, basic tasting […]

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International, Wine Reviews
Balassa Betsek Furmint 2011, Tokaj, Hungary

The new era of Tokaj dry white wines. Hungary’s winemaking at its best!

February 25, 2014by Stavros (WineOctopus) Leave a comment

You would probably now Hungary’s most famous wine area, for it’s notorious sweet wines. Well, you should definitely look out for Tokaj’s dry whites, as the style and quality of […]

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International, Wine Reviews

Stealing a moment of publicity from Sauvignon Blanc: Greywacke Chardonnay 2009

October 4, 2013by Stavros (WineOctopus) 2 Comments

Ok i know … When speaking comes to New Zealand, everyone has a good word (hmm … lately even a “i am bored” word) for the absolute star: Sauvignon Blanc. […]

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Messenger Wine Gods: Montes Purple Angel 2006

April 3, 2013by Stavros (WineOctopus) Leave a comment

This is one of the flagships of Montes winery in Chile, introducing the indigenous Carmenere (another 8% of Petit Verdot is added to the blend), the long-lost grape variety that […]

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Very rare to have a wild boar for lunch: prepared for three days in white wine and herbs. Simmered for five hours in it's marinade (no tomato). Acidity balanced with some orange jam. Words are not enough to describe it, especially when paired with sweet mashed potatoes and one of the best Orvietos of Umbria! #wildboar #hunting #wine #winelover #Antinori #Orvieto #Umbria #foodpic #insrafood
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