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On Becoming a Sharper Wine Taster in 2025
One of the most rewarding aspect of studying your way through the WSET different levels is learning the Systematic Approach to Tasting: ...

Chris
Feb 5, 20242 min read
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Wine Quizzes for WSET version 2025
Quizzes to prepare for the WSET Level 1, 2 and 3 Award in Wines

Chris
Feb 5, 20242 min read
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So…. You registered for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines in 2025?
Tips from an Ironman triathlete on preparing for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

Chris
Feb 5, 20247 min read
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Italian Wine Scholar Prep: A Review Quiz
Review quiz for the Italian Wine Scholar (IWS) Prep' Course and links to flashcards, blank maps and other resources.

Chris
Oct 1, 20221 min read
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Sangiovese
Grown on less than 74,000 hectares worldwide (in 2016), Sangiovese holds its rank in the "Top 15" most planted red grape variety in the...

Chris
Aug 31, 20224 min read
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Pinot Noir
As one of the fastest expanding variety in the last 30 years, Pinot Noir has just made it in the top 10 planted variety. From its power bas

Chris
Aug 13, 20224 min read
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Syrah/Shiraz
Grown on 182,000 hectares worldwide, Shiraz (or Syrah) is maintaining its place at the top 5 of the most planted red wine grape varieties...

Chris
Jul 20, 20224 min read
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Mourvèdre / Monastrell / Mataro
The story of Mouvèdre/ Monastrell/ Mataro, from its botanic birthplace in Spain to the GSMs of Australia via Bandol & everything in between

Chris
Jun 27, 20224 min read
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Chardonnay
From its Burgundian origins, Chardonnay has conquered the world to become one of the most planted variety. Here is the story of the grape...

Chris
May 25, 20226 min read
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Cabernet Sauvignon
Here is story of King Cab", where it grows, how it's turned into wine, how it tastes and where to find just a few examples in Bangkok.

Chris
Aug 30, 20215 min read
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Wine Crosswords
Crosswords on Wines & Rivers

Chris
May 25, 20211 min read
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Sauvignon Blanc
As one of the fastest expanding variety in the last 20 years, Sauvignon Blanc has made it to the top 10 grape with 125,000 ha planted...

Chris
May 7, 20213 min read
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Grüner Veltliner
Austrian grape par excellence, Grüner Veltliner AKA Weißgipfler, "GV", "Gru-Ve" has obscure origins...

Chris
Mar 27, 20212 min read
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Download the free WSET Tasting APP
The WSET Tasting APP is available for download free of charge.

Chris
Jan 10, 20211 min read
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On Wine Pronunciation
Learning wine is learning 6 languages at least. Here is your guide to pronounce a few names like a native...

Chris
Jan 7, 20211 min read
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Buying wines to feature on our tasting sessions
Put simply, buying professionally requires a process involving: 1. the formulation of quali-quantitative specifications, 2 The generating...

Chris
Dec 8, 20202 min read
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