This post was contributed by Diane Letulle who recently attended our Women in Wine luncheon with Sandra Alves. Diane writes Wine Lover’s Journal. She also writes the Manhattan Wine Examiner and National Wine Travel columns for Examiner.com. She teaches wine classes in New Jersey and recently spoke at the International Wine Tourism Conference in Perugia, [...]
Entries Tagged as ‘Esporão Private Selection wines’
February 21, 2012
Guest Blogger: Carlos Ferreira
Guest Blogger: Carlos Ferreira Carlos Ferreira is the owner of Ferreira Café in Montreal, Canada. It was Carlo’s dream to create a sunny piece of Portugal in Canada and introduce the people of Montreal to the wonderful cuisine of Portugal. Opened in 1996, the Café has received numerous awards, accolades and welcomed many notable guests; [...]
December 26, 2011
When It’s Okay To Judge A Book By Its Cover (A Sneak Peak At The One-Of-A-Kind Art On Esporão’s Upcoming Releases)
We’ve all been told (many times, probably) that we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. And while that’s certainly true (see, you were right, Mom!), it’s can also be argued that an exceptional book deserves an exceptional cover to match it. It doesn’t change what’s between those covers, of course, but there’s no doubt [...]
July 29, 2011
What’s Behind A Label (Besides Adhesive): A View Into Label Design at Esporão
Most wine producers put thought into the labels that adorn their bottles, primarily because a well-designed label helps to sell wine on store shelves in the U.S. But it’s a safe bet that there aren’t too many wine producers who would describe their relationship with their label designer as “almost telepathic.” That’s how Esporão’s Marketing [...]
July 7, 2011
20 years, 12 Million Liters, And One Wily Mind: Getting Inside The Head of David Baverstock
David Baverstock does not have a classic winemaking story. His tale could best be summed as “boy goes to Portugal, boy meets girl, boy ends up making wine for over two decades.” While Aussie’s aren’t generally known for being the high-strung type, Esporão’s chief winemaker looks even more laid back than one might expect, quite at [...]
April 15, 2011
Not Putting Their Feet In Your Mouth (Foot-Treading Winemaking Goodness In Alentejo)
When it comes to making wine in Alentejo, Esporão’s head of winemaking – the Aussie-born David Baverstock – isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty. Or, for that matter, his feet. That’s because it’s a long-held belief, borne out by Portuguese tradition and confirmed in the best cases by the results in the bottle, that [...]