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Food & DrinkWinePrint EditionsWinter 2019

The Spirit of Spontaneity

By Bart de Vries
Claus Preisinger
Claus Preisinger

The latest trend in bubbly for New Year’s, pét-nat is actually the oldest form of sparkling wine.

’Tis the season yet again – Christmas markets are in full swing, the smell of Maroniis in the air and Glühwein is consumed by the bucket. And, of course, there’s the obligatory toast on Silvester
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Food & DrinkWinePrint EditionsWinter 2019

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