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What makes a legend?

Our vacation in Alicante led us to discover the wines of Gutiérrez de la Vega, whilst dining at Restaurante L'Escaleta, in Cocentaina.

The Temple of Wine in Palma de Mallorca

Vinazo Morrofino has a well-looked-after food menu, and most importantly, a wine menu that features approximately 500 different wines.

Weird and wonderful grape varieties

There are about 1,400 different types of grapes that are fit for creating wine but we have a tendency to drink wines with the same 5 or 6.

Global warming and its affect on winemaking

Despite the fact that some still deny the scientific evidence, ‘global warming’ is a very real factor in our lives today.

Autumn approaches at Can Vidalet

Can Vidalet was our most recent trip to a winery here in Mallorca, a winery that is hidden away in the countryside, but well positioned.

We need to talk about Alicante

The fields surrounding the little town of Salinas are replete with vines, and everywhere you look there are also olive and almond trees.

How high can you go?

When talking about altitude, there are definitely physical limitations on how high you can plant vines, to be able to create quality wines.

Ribera Del Duero - Wine with Passion

The new generation of winemakers are introducing new perspectives and different approaches in the world of wine.

‘A Diamond in the Rough’

Nowadays, there are a few wineries in and around Alaró, like so many other towns in Mallorca.