“Salinity” in wine can be real and measurable – but it is often a sensory shortcut. Research on NaCl thresholds shows why salt may be detected below legal limits, while acidity, succinic acid and shellfish-like aroma compounds can create a convincing seaside effect. A data-driven guide to the concept and its false friends.
Roussillon, historic homeland of fortified sweet wines like Banyuls, Maury and Rivesaltes, is undergoing profound transformation. Pioneers such as GĂ©rard Gauby have proved that ancient grenache vineyards on black schist can yield outstanding dry reds. Today the region is a laboratory where tradition meets experimentation, sweet coexists with dry, and memory encounters the future.
Why do the world's finest wines emerge from places where labour is hardest? From the vertiginous slopes of Germany's Mosel to the dry-stone terraces of Valtellina, this journey explores how gradient, aspect and the slow rhythm of ripening shape the character of wine in the glass.
Hidden between Burgundy and the Swiss border, Jura is one of France’s most intriguing wine regions. With its iconic Vin Jaune, vibrant whites, and delicate reds from rare grapes like Poulsard and Trousseau, Jura offers a wine experience like no other. Discover why this small region is capturing the hearts of sommeliers and wine lovers around the world.