France is the undisputed capital of the wine world, particularly the Old World. Its influence has been far-reaching in all aspects: varieties, production styles, trademarks, appellations, the caliber, and reference by which many wines are evaluated, a synonym for elegance and excellence. Even “New World” wines are often compared to French wines produced from similar varieties. Let us forever travel in the vineyards of Alsace, Loire, Champagne, Bourgogne, Bordeaux, Rhone and Languedoc… with a glass of Riesling, Champagne, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Grenache. Vive La France! A Votre Sante!
Spain is an “Old World” country and its influence on the “New World” is far-reaching. Spain’s grand, glorious, rich history and its proud tradition engulf you wherever you go. Spanish wines are mostly red, powerful, intense, masculine and complex, with a savageness that even the long oak aging cannot entirely tame. Imagine an evening in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia or Sevilla, with music, tapas, meat, paella, flamenco and a wine from Rioja, Priorat or Ribera del Duero… or an evening on the coast of Rias Baixas with seafood and a cold Albariño… Ahhh... the magic of Spain. Viva España! Salud, dinero y amor!
Hungary has a fascinating wine story to tell. Previously one of the most sophisticated wine cultures, modern Hungary is re-emerging as a new star, re-defining the local identity of high-quality wines, produced from local varieties, reflecting their terroir and expressing the producers' philosophy. The red, white and dessert wines of Hungary, with deliciously rich Hungarian cuisine and enchanting music, what could be better? Éljen Magyarország! Egészségedre!