The frost was worse than the rain for wine producers in Austria in 2024
We recently got back from Austria and of course we were wondering how the vineyards…
Britt Karlsson
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Reduced wine harvest volume in France 2024 after an unequal battle against the forces of nature
In France, the harvest and fermentation are in full swing. In many (most) places the…
Who wants organic wines today?
In France, sales of organic wines are a bit slow now. But there are export markets…
Research should help South African winegrowers become financially sustainable
South Africa has two world-renowned wine research institutes, the University of…
The market and weather forces control the harvest in Champagne; weak sales = yields are lowered
In Champagne, the permitted harvest for 2024 has now been determined. It is…
Alsace’s future: syrah, voltis and chenin blanc replacing riesling and gewurztraminer?
In France, it has so far been forbidden for a wine region to plant a grape…
The organic vineyards in France increased in 2023 despite challenging weather and diseases
The organic vineyard area in France is not increasing as much as it used to, but it is…
Fungal disease attacks fungus-resistant grapes, a setback for environmentally friendly grapes?
Observations made in the departments of Gard and Vaucluse in southern France show…
Wine up to 8% is now sold in Finnish grocery stores
As of June 5, Finland, which has an alcohol state monopoly, allows the sale of wine up…
Exporting wine brings in a lot of money – to some countries, at least
French wine exports brought 11.9 billion euros to the country in 2023 (and over 18…
Full-bodied whites (!) for the summer barbecue
It doesn’t have to be red wine in the glass if you are having grilled meat on the…
An introduction to Languedoc, a large, dynamic, and successful wine region | Britt on Forbes
Languedoc in southern France has become a dynamic and exciting wine region. The…
The rosé wine season is here, but what determines the colour?
A lot of rosé wine is being drunk right now. Maybe you are sitting with one in your…
BKWine Tastes: Tricolour from Etna and refreshing petnats from Tuscany
We have recently tried three Etna wines in three colours and two exciting Petnats from…
Buying wine directly from the winery is finally becoming a reality in Sweden (probably)
We can hardly believe it, but sales of alcoholic beverages directly from the…
HVE, French sustainability label is declining in popularity
The French sustainability label Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) was launched…
Summer is here – do you need any good wines to go with it?
Summer is here (or so they say – here we have 13C) and you might look for a lighter…
Champagne: The United Arab Emirates threatens Sweden’s tenth place
Sweden’s love for champagne is evident, with the nation securing a notable tenth…
The Forgotten Winemaker | New Brief #249
No, it is not the title of a new thriller novel. “Good wine is made in the…
BKWine Brief nr 249, May 2024
— The Forgotten Winemaker — No, it is not the title of a new thriller novel.…
BKWine tastes: Red and white from Bergerac and unusual white from Corbières | May 2024
We recently tasted a white and a red wine from Château de la Jaubertie in…
The two biggest internet wine merchants in Sweden, Vinoteket and Winefinder, merge
In Sweden, online wine sales are on the rise. To be better prepared, the country’s two…
This year’s Prowein showcased alternative packaging in the wine industry – including a super-light…
During the big wine fair Prowein in Düsseldorf in March, many stands dealt with…
Cahors, southern French malbec with an emphasis on elegance | Britt on Forbes
In the large French wine region, which is somewhat vaguely called the Southwest…
Cover crop, yes, but maybe not always?
In wine production, adapting to local conditions is paramount. Many wine…
This is the season for asparagus. What do we pair it with?
White asparagus is a seasonal delicacy that is difficult to resist. French…
World wine production in 2023 the lowest since 1961 and consumption shrinks
In 2023, world wine production decreased by 10% due to droughts, heat waves, fires,…
High alcohol content? Don’t blame (just) climate change | New Brief #248
The alcohol content in wine has been controversial for some time. We often hear…
BKWine Brief nr 248, April 2024
— High alcohol content? Don’t blame (just) climate change — The alcohol content in…
Cava with long ageing: outstanding tasting of Cavas de Paraje Calificado | Britt on Forbes
The effervescent world of Cava produces 250 million bottles each year from…
Stelvin, the screw cap, turns 60 years old
The screw cap (“screw cork” or “screw top”) is a success story. All wine…
The wine industry is an important source of income for the EU economy
Today’s wine industry in Europe often feels opposed by politicians, temperance…
The German Blue Nun becomes French
Blue Nun is a German bestseller and legend (perhaps not for the best reasons),…
Felton Road Wines: Prestige wines from New Zealand in lightweight bottles
Lightweight bottles are starting to appear even among prestige wines. This is good.…
Which grape varieties to grow in a drier climate?
A new study by INRAE, a French research institute, in collaboration with the…
Exceptional quality in South Africa 2024
The Southern Hemisphere is in full swing with the 2024 harvest — or they have already…
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