Climate

Feb

Wine FactsAncient History of Wine, Climate, Estonia, Father, Sweden

Beyond Bordeaux: Cold Climate Viticulture is Redefining Wine Destinations

When you think of wine regions, your mind probably jumps to sun-drenched valleys and rolling hills. But the world’s wine map is shifting—literally. From Estonia’s Baltic shores to the UK’s northern counties, vineyards are thriving in colder climes, rewriting the rules of terroir and tradition. Climate change and hybrid grape varieties are driving this evolution, but the results are anything but ordinary. Estonia, once known for fruit-based wines, now hosts vineyards like Luscher & Matiesen Muhu Winehouse, one of the northernmost in the world. With just 2,000 vines, the estate crafts small-batch wines that capture the stark beauty of Nordic…

Multivintage Wines Are Rewriting the Rules of Terroir

Jan

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Wine FactsBlending, Champagne, Climate, Father, This

Multivintage Wines Are Rewriting the Rules of Terroir

The wine world is rewriting the rules of terroir. No longer is a bottle’s identity bound to a single harvest. Climate volatility has forced winemakers to blend across vintages—not to obscure origin, but to amplify it. This shift is reshaping how we think about wine, turning tradition into innovation. Blending isn’t new. Champagne has done it for centuries, and Sherry, Madeira, and Marsala rely on fractional aging to build complexity. But now, still wines are embracing the practice. Think Vega Sicilia’s Único Reserva Especial or Cain Cuvée’s 50-50 split. These wines aren’t about consistency; they’re about capturing the essence of…