Christopher Cannan EuropvinCatavino has singlehandedly made an immense contribution to the understanding and introduction of modern communications to the world of wine in Iberia
Having recently come back from our long and successful jaunt in Brescia, Italy, where we hosted the annual European Wine Bloggers Conference, we’ve unfortunately been unable to post on Catavino as much as we’d like. However, our friends in Spain have come to the rescue with a few updates on the 2011 Harvest. Consider this a […] Continue Reading →
Quick update on the documentary by Zev Robinson called, “Life on the Douro“. For those of you who’ve either supported or followed Zev, you might be interested to know that his film will be screened in both Los Angeles and San Francisco on November 15th and 17th, followed by a Port tasting. Doors open at […] Continue Reading →
Editor’s Note: For more information on the style of this post, please read “Wine as a Backdrop“. Wine has been known as a gentle social lubricant that can facilitate any conversation. It has the healing power to make the lips loose and the spirit open. Mind you, I’m not condoning the over consumption of wine, […] Continue Reading →
It’s true, we have a lot of Palm trees in Barcelona, enough for a troop of monkeys to be well satiated with ample amounts of coconuts, that is if we had either monkeys or coconuts. What we do have, however, are gorgeous white sandy beaches, freshly grilled sardines, plump juicy olives and enough refreshing wine […] Continue Reading →
Many moons ago, we did a comprehensive regional report on Rioja. This was our very first experience driving into the Ibérico Sierras (system of mountain chains and massifs located in the central regions of Iberia) under a blanket of fog and blooming cherry trees, through windy roads and exposed vines. It was nothing short of […] Continue Reading →
When traveling to a new country, I would much prefer to stay on the couch of someone I know than in a hotel. For me, hotels are generally sterile, void of warmth and personality, while someone’s home, albeit a touch “personal” at times, at least provides me with a sense of authenticity and cultural relevance. […] Continue Reading →
If you’ve been hiding under a rock, you may not be aware that a group of Spaniards called the “Indignados” (Indignants) have been fighting against the “Man”. For 2 months, they’ve raised their clenched fists in protest against the economic crisis, calling out corruption, unemployment, low salaries, lack of affordable housing, and the poor treatment […] Continue Reading →
A few weeks ago, we attended the wedding of a dear Portuguese friend of ours in Porto who ensured that every single moment of the event was accompanied by an enormous assortment of food. From fresh fish to local cheeses and everything in between, the 12 hour long celebration was an homage to incredible cuisine. […] Continue Reading →
I feel a little sheepish to admit this, but Catavino has never been to an Iberian island. Of the 30+ islands floating carelessly off the Spanish, Portuguese and North African shores, we’ve only heard rumors of their incredible beauty, natural diversity and ample tourism. The Balearic Islands have sat squarely on my radar for years, in […] Continue Reading →
It is a rare occasion that we ask our readers for their support, but today, we are going to ask you kindly to lend a hand. You might remember our friend and documentary videographer, Zev Robinson. We’ve followed him for years, and he is not only a friend, but also an amazing storyteller. Currently, he […] Continue Reading →
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