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Alimentaria 2024

Alimentaria 2024, one of the most anticipated food and beverage trade shows globally, showcased an array of innovative products, trends, and industry insights, gathering exhibitors and attendees from around the world. Spanning across various sectors including gourmet foods, beverages, and food technology, the event provided a platform for networking, business deals, and knowledge exchange. From artisanal delicacies to cutting-edge food technology solutions, Alimentaria 2024 highlighted sustainability, health consciousness, and gastronomic diversity as central themes, reflecting the evolving preferences and priorities of consumers and businesses alike in the global food market.

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Hidden Gem of Priorat

"Salanques" is one of the flagship wines produced by Mas Doix. It is named after the vineyard site where the grapes are sourced. This wine is typically a blend of Grenache (Garnacha), Carignan (Cariñena), and other traditional grape varieties grown in the Priorat region

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Turning a Family Wine Business into a Global Brand

Harvard Business Review writes about how the CEO Gerard Bertrand transformed a family wine business into a global brand. Discover the strategic networking initiatives that paved the way for the company’s success and the innovative approach to growth through biodynamic production and branding.

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Biodynamic Farming in Penedes

Biodynamic farming prioritizes a balanced and sustainable ecosystem, steering clear of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Winemakers recognize the importance of nurturing soil health and the environment for the long-term success of their vineyards.

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Tenerife

Wrapping up the summer. Javier chose Listan Negro from Tenerife. capture the essence of their place of origin so vividly, all you need to do is put your nose in the glass for express transport to the Canary Islands.

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Slovenian Wines

Slovenia is a small but emerging wine-producing country in Europe. It's known for its diverse terroirs, unique grape varieties, and a long history of winemaking.

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Terra Alta

Terra Alta is characterized by its diverse terrain, including high plateaus and valleys. The vineyards in Terra Alta are situated at higher altitudes, contributing to the region's unique climate and terroir.

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Alentejo

Alentejo wine region has gained recognition for the quality of its wines and has become an important player in the Portuguese wine industry. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or a casual drinker, exploring the wines of Alentejo can be a delightful experience.

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Duoro Valley

The Douro Valley is not only a picturesque wine region but also a place with a rich cultural heritage and a long tradition of winemaking. It attracts wine enthusiasts from around the world who come to experience its vineyards, taste its wines, and appreciate its unique beauty.

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Susana Esteban - Alentejo

In 2009, Susana Esteban took the leap to become a wine producer, embarking on a personal project. Her goal was to craft wines with unique character, deviating slightly from the traditional Alentejo style. It took her two years of exploration to find the perfect vineyards, ultimately discovering two in 2011. One, an old mixed planting in Portalegre, provided complexity and freshness, becoming the foundation for her wine "Procura.

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Biodynamic in Loire Valley

Domaine de l'Ecu adheres to biodynamic principles, which involve a holistic approach to farming that considers the vineyard as a living ecosystem. Biodynamics aims to enhance the vitality and health of the vineyard, producing wines that express the terroir.

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Garnacha

Garnacha is celebrated for its ability to express terroir and adapt to diverse winemaking styles. It is a beloved grape variety that has made a significant impact on the global wine industry, producing wines of character and distinction in numerous regions.

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Pinhão, Portugal

Pinhão is a small town located in the Douro Valley, which is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, terraced vineyards, and wine production, particularly Port wine. The Douro Valley is one of the oldest wine regions in the world, and it's known for its steep hillsides along the Douro River, creating a unique and beautiful environment for vineyards.

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Logroño

Logroño is situated in the heart of the Rioja wine-producing region, one of the most famous wine regions in Spain and globally acclaimed for its high-quality red wines.

The city is a hub for wine enthusiasts, with numerous wine bars, cellars, and tasting rooms where visitors can sample a wide variety of Rioja wines.

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Artadi 2007

It’s the Three Kings Selection of 2019 and Artadi 2007 was one of the selections for this special day.

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Explore the World of Movia

Founded in the early 18th century, Movia has been under the stewardship of the Kristančič family since 1820. Presently, Movia spans over 30 hectares, with 25 of them comprising vineyards that stretch across both the Slovenian-Goriška Brda region and the Italian side in Collio.

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Sauternes

Château Climens is situated in the Barsac commune within the Sauternes-Barsac subregion of Bordeaux. The vineyards benefit from a favorable microclimate that encourages the development of Botrytis cinerea, commonly known as noble rot.

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Kamptal Region

The Kamptal region is a wine-growing region located in the northeastern part of Austria, within the larger Niederösterreich (Lower Austria) wine region. Kamptal is known for its high-quality white wines, particularly Grüner Veltliner and Riesling, which thrive in the region's diverse soils and favorable climate

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Côte de Nuits, Burgundy

The Côte de Nuits is home to several Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, each with its own specific terroir. These vineyards are classified based on their historical reputation and unique characteristics. Examples of Grand Cru vineyards in Côte de Nuits include Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, and Clos de Vougeot.

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Pauillac

The terroir of Pauillac, a wine-producing region in the Bordeaux wine region of France, is renowned for producing some of the world's finest red wines, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon-based blends. The terroir refers to the combination of soil, climate, and topography that influences the characteristics of the grapes grown in a specific area

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