UGA at Kellerei Kurtatsch – and why these matter Kellerei Kurtatsch has previously featured on these pages, albeit briefly. That was in a feature about Ushas, their wonderful sweet wine made from Rosenmuskateller. This time, the coverage goes deeper, focusing on the new Kellerei Kurtatsch UGAs, explaining why these matter and how to recognise them. On the way, we’ll meet …
Kellerei Kaltern – Schiava Specialists
Kellerei Kaltern – Schiava Specialists Kellerei Kaltern (Cantina Caldaro) is the largest cooperative winery in northern Italy’s Alto Adige (Südtirol) region. It’s in Kaltern an der Weinstraβe (Caldaro sulla strada di vino). Its long name shows its proximity to Kalterersee (Lago di Caldaro), the region’s largest lake. The name also appends the regional wine route, which winds 150 km through …
The Great Vine – the World’s Oldest Grapevine?
The Great Vine – the World’s Oldest Grapevine? Where is the world’s oldest grapevine? Perhaps in continental Europe, which has been growing grapes for centuries. Alternatively, in a place that’s a cradle of winegrowing, such as Georgia or Syria. Surprisingly, the world’s oldest fully documented grapevine is thriving in London. This is The Great Vine, which it’s now 252 years young. …