Tag Archives: Terroir

what is “terroir” and why should I care?

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Kris

Okie-dokie, before we get started, it’s probably best to  get the pronunciation of terroir word out of the way before we move on with the rest of the article: Terroir [ter-whah]   Very loosely translated from French (since no-one can … Continue reading →

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What is the Relationship Between Paris Hilton and Grape Vines?

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Kris

Just a few slides from my PowerPoint presentation on wine and terrior that I thought you’d appreciate! :)

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Terroir Defined.

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Kris

I always like to get the pronunciation of a word out of the way before we move on with the rest of the article: Terroir [ter-whah] Very loosely translated from French (as no-one can agree on an exact definition, and … Continue reading →

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My Top 10 Reasons to Love Wine (If You Don’t Already) – #4

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Kris

#4 Terroir Terroir isn’t just a fancy-schmancy word thrown around by wine geeks, in order to confuse those who aren’t as “in the know”. Terroir is real! The term terroir comes from the French word “terre”, but more accurately it … Continue reading →

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Pretentious Things to Say at a Wine Tasting, Should You Want to…

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Kris

If you are a regular reader of this site, you probably already know that I don’t take myself too seriously. There is a fine-line though. I like to have fun with wine, but there is occasionally a little more serious … Continue reading →

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Verget Bourgogne “Terriors de Cote d’Or”

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Kris

  Grape 100% Chardonnay   Facts Taken from the Verget website: “Verget’s philosophy can be summed up in one simple sentence: the best wine comes from the best grapes.”  Very original, I must say! Please note that this sentence is … Continue reading →

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