In my previous posts about Chenin Blanc, bud break, and spring wine choices, I’ve mentioned terroir quite a few times. But what does it really mean—and why do wine lovers talk about it so much? What Makes a Place a Taste? Terroir is a French term used to describe the environmental factors that affect a crop’s growth and … Continue reading Understanding Terroir: The Essence of Wine’s Flavour
Vineyard Cycle
Bud Break: Spring’s First Sign in the Vineyard
Photo by Markus Koellmann from Pexels As winter fades and the days stretch a little longer, vineyards across the Northern Hemisphere experience the first signs of spring: bud break. It's the beginning of the new growing season—when dormant vines awaken, tiny buds begin to swell, and a new vintage starts to take shape. For wine lovers, … Continue reading Bud Break: Spring’s First Sign in the Vineyard
The Curious Cork 