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Beyond Bordeaux: Cold Climate Viticulture is Redefining Wine Destinations

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…
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