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7 hours 3 min agoSeptember 2, 2010
14:34
Cabernet Day is Here: Where to find Great Cabernets in Spain
Cabernet Sauvignon is an imported grape to the Spanish wine making world. Considered a “foreign” by many, some regions have been planting it for so long that it’s now perceived as anautochthonous grape. In fact, in Evan Goldsteins book, Perfect Pairings (page 134), it is suggested that it might have originated in Rioja. Imagine that?! […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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September 1, 2010
15:46
La Vuelta a España Stages 5-7: Bullas, Jumilla, Yecla, Valencia & Alicante
Before we begin, we need to state that this is a VERY large region and what follows, in the name of brevity, is a fleeting glimpse at the regions treasures and high points. Therefore, we highly suggest you check out the links below for more detailed information. Now back to the story… On part 2 […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 31, 2010
14:40
A Trip to San Sebastian, Spain: A Crowd Source Project
We’re embarrassed to admit that after 6 years of living in Spain, we have yet to visit one of the most important culinary treasures in the Spanish Crown, San Sebastian. Exalted around the world, and spoken fondly of by every traveler we know, we are proud to say that we will finally be there for […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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13:30
Portuguese Traits Distinguish Connecticut Immigrant from Neighboring Vineyards
Editor’s Note: A few month’s ago, we were contacted by a passionate Portuguese emigrant, living in Connecticut, who longed to share stories about the foods, wines and culture of Portugal. And having stumbled across Catavino, she felt it would be the perfect location to place such stories, a request we couldn’t refuse. Sonia Andresson-Nolasco is […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 30, 2010
15:07
Documentary Teaser on the Spanish Wine Region of Arribes
Zev Robinson is at it again; but then again, he never really stopped. While Zev is currently filming a documentary on Catavino, or so we think, he’s also been covering various regions across the peninsula including the Douro valley, Rioja, Jerez, and Arribes – a wine region which borders Portugal to the west. If you […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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13:30
Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part III: Pan con Tomate)
Our journey through the world of traditional tapas began with the mighty tomato and led us to the robust potato. We now find ourselves returning once again to Spain’s favorite bread-topping condiment – the almighty tomato. Pan con Tomate (aka Pa amb Tomàquet or Pan a la Catalana) is one of the most popular and […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
- Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part I: Gazpacho)
- Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part II: Tortilla Española)
- Winter Announces the Traditional Calçot and Cava Festival
- The Tale of Two Tapas Bars: What Qualifies as an Authentic Tapas Restaurant Outside of Spain?
- Restaurant Inopia- Spanish Tapas in their Element
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August 28, 2010
20:22
Vuelta España Stages 1-4: Sevilla, Jerez, Montilla, Malaga
Spain is world famous for its bright and festive atmosphere, a place where terraces are filled with laughter and plazas are brimming with children playing, guitars strumming and people clapping to the traditional flamenco beat. But nowhere on the peninsula can this cultural heritage be more amply experienced than in the searing hot southern region […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 26, 2010
19:32
Vuelta de España: Through the Lens of Food and Wine
With helmets secured and gears oiled, 198 bicycle riders will push off from Sevilla on Saturday, August 28th, on a 3,352.6km journey that will last 21 days, ending in Madrid. This race, by our calculations, will take them through approximately 15 wine appellations in Spain, while passing by another 5-10 along the way. For the […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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13:19
The Shepherds of Serra da Estrela: A Dying Craft Threatening Portuguese Cheese
Last month, I made a trip to the Portuguese mountains of Serra de Estrela for the first time. Serra de Estrela is the highest mountain range in continental Portugal, and we spent 3 days enjoying some breathtaking views, crystal clear mountain lakes, picturesque little villages nestled into the cliffs and the gracious hospitality of small […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
- Part 1: The Ultimate User’s Guide to Portuguese Cheese
- Part 2: The Ultimate User’s Guide To Portuguese Cheese
- Part 3: The Ultimate User’s Guide To Portuguese Cheese
- Day Trips From Lisbon by Train & Bus: How to Explore Wineries and Quaint Seaside Villages
- The Scot, the Spanish Cheese Shop and the “Non†Spanish City of Barcelona: Formatgeria La Seu
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August 25, 2010
19:06
Liquid Agnostics : We Don’t Need No Stinking Wine Snobs!
Wine has an image problem, as a result of those promoting, creating and selling it. Everyday, wineries continue to promote wine as something special, or that you the consumer need an education to truly appreciate it. And as a result, its perceived as a privileged beverage, something that demands the consumer protections we afford car […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 24, 2010
15:12
Wines of Portugal Conference: December 9-11th, 2010
Starting this December, Viniportugal is launching the Wines of Portugal Conference, which according to their website, is supposed to be the largest international event discussing Portuguese wines. I’m guessing they are correct, as I don’t think there are any other events solely about Portuguese wines outside of Portugal. We at Catavino, have been asked to […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 23, 2010
14:28
The Perfect Trifecta: Arroz Caldo, Spanish Rose and White Sandy Beaches
It is close to impossible to visit Barcelona and not take the short jaunt south to Sitges, where you can bask in the stunning blue waters and grand villas of this small but bustling Catalan town. Renowned for its gorgeous beaches, festive gay ambiance, Film Festival and Carnival – it’s a place of stunning beauty […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 20, 2010
13:58
El Tropezón Tapas Bar: A Place of Rugged Authenticity
Most tourists are familiar with the medieval Barrio Gótico, renowned for the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia – the young virgin who suffered martyrdom during Roman times by being placed in a barrel stuck with knives and rolled down the street (good times!); the ever famous hangout of Pablo Picasso called, Els Quatre Gats; and the […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
- The Tale of Two Tapas Bars: What Qualifies as an Authentic Tapas Restaurant Outside of Spain?
- Patatas Bravas: My Dirty Spanish Secret
- Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part II: Tortilla Española)
- Bar Roure – Tapas and Vermouth at Their Best
- Tapas Fantasticas: A Slice of Spain in London
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August 19, 2010
16:53
Wines from Valencia: A Collaborative Effort
The other day, I received a press release that left me feeling strange. It spoke of a group consisting of 11 wineries from the political region of Valencia who were joining together to promote their region and their wines. Sounds nice, so why did I feel strange? First and foremost, after living here for 6 […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
- Valencia Land of Wine – Free Chapter: Bodega Vicente Gandia, Chiva (DO Valencia)
- Native Spanish Grape, Bobal: Free Screening of Documentary and Tasting in Barcelona & NYC
- Casa Montaña, a Fantastic Wine Bar Hidden in the Shadows of Valencia
- Where to Find Valencian Wines Outside of Spain
- Valencia Land of Wine – Free Chapter: Vins del Comtat, Cocentaina (DO Alicante)
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August 18, 2010
16:33
Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part II: Tortilla Española)
In Part I (Gazpacho), we began our journey in the heat of the south of Spain but now head to one of the country’s northern-most regions, Bilbao (as rumor/tradition has it) to modify another of Spain’s great signature dishes – tortilla española. Known by a few names – tortilla española, tortilla a la española, and […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 17, 2010
20:54
An Ode To Xarel.lo: The Spicy White Mistress of Spanish Grapes
A few years ago, Ryan and I visited the Eudald Massana Noya winery located 50 kilometers just south of Barcelona in the Alt Penedès. Arriving by taxi as the sun dappled small patches of yellow light upon patches of rust colored grass, I distinctly remember the quaint, warm feeling I received the minute I stepped […] Continue Reading → Related posts:
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August 11, 2010
15:00
Tradition Meets Modernity: New Ideas for Old Tapas (Part I: Gazpacho)
Ask anyone, “What does Spain mean to you?” And they will quickly respond, “bullfighting, flamenco and tapas”. Spain’s overcoat is woven in tradition, and it is proud of that heritage – as it should be. Since the sunset of the Franco era, Spain has catapulted into the present-day without losing sight of centuries of tradition. […] Continue Reading →
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August 9, 2010
20:58
The Icewine Debate Continues…
After my brief rant concluding that the new icewine DO in the Penedés was a crock of bureaucracy, I was contacted by David Furer, the original author of the article in Decanter, where the world was first introduced to the news. Evidently, he had a back and forth with Randy DuFour, Export Manager for Vincor […] Continue Reading →
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14:03
Aromatic Godello, Sumptuous Octopus and a 13th Century Galician Monestary
Unless you wanted to buy a second-hand Land Rover Santana, there’s no reason you’d find yourself in the Galician town of O Barco, indeed I can’t say I’d ever recommend you to go there. Although surrounded by beautiful hills and on the banks of the equally picturesque Rio Sil, the town is a run-down concrete […] Continue Reading →
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August 5, 2010
17:46
Part II: What does it Take to Become an Expat Winemaker in Iberia?
In our last article, we discussed the trials and tribulations of being an expat winemaker in Spain and Portugal. We learned that picking up your entire existence and moving to another country can offer considerable challenges that come in the form of cultural misunderstandings, language barriers and assumptions. However, these hurdles, though not without their […] Continue Reading →
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