Roco Winery – The Winery That Placed Willamette Valley on the Map

Roco Winery – The Winery That Placed Willamette Valley on the Map

Roco Winery Oregon, Willamette Valley The Roco story is one of vision. When Rollin Soles and Corby Stonebraker-Soles came to Oregon in the 1980s, they arrived at the leading edge of a movement. But in those early years, the movement we know today hadn’t yet picked up...
The Lebanese Wine Renaissance

The Lebanese Wine Renaissance

Even if you’re not an aficionado of Middle Eastern wines, you may have heard of wines being produced in Lebanon. Lebanon’s winemaking history dates back 7,000 years to biblical times. However, it is in the mid-2000s where new winemakers have started to emerge...
A Nature Reserve in the Vineyards – Geyerhof

A Nature Reserve in the Vineyards – Geyerhof

Geyerhof Austria, Kremstal “Farming is more than just making a profit. As farm managers, we have a very special responsibility towards the maintenance of our centuries-old cultural asset, which has also become an incredibly valuable natural asset, not least...
New (and Uncommon) Grapes in Town!

New (and Uncommon) Grapes in Town!

Cabernet….Chardonnay…. There’s a reason these tried and true varietals are the most popular in the world.  The distinctiveness of grape varieties and geography can offer something different on the palate each time. At TWDC, we find it thrilling how winemakers are...
1st Growth Wine in Greece – La Tour Melas

1st Growth Wine in Greece – La Tour Melas

La Tour Melas Central Greece, Achinos “We bet that we could produce a 1st growth wine in Greece.” The winery took up the challenge and in 2000, decided to plant their first vineyard at La Tour Melas.  At an altitude of 300m, the property is surrounded by...