Grape glossary
ASSEMBLAGE - An A-Z of grape-related expressions and proverbs from across the world.
In our cellars, we blend grape varieties; in this article, we blend proverbs. From Japan to Italy, from Greece to Spain, the grape runs through languages and imaginations. Each line reveals a shard of culture, a flavorful metaphor, a way of naming this fruit that brings us together. Like a blend of voices from across the world.
Late bloomers
Assemblage - Wines that defied first impressions.
In each issue’s ‘Assemblage’ section, we compose a blend of shorter snippets relating to a theme. This time, we explore forgotten or misunderstood vintages that, with the passing of time, revealed their true brilliance. Like certain songs or works of art that only find their audience years after their debut, these wines waited patiently—until the moment was right for them to be truly appreciated.
Gone With the Winds
Assemblage
In our cellars, we blend grape varieties; in our Journal, we blend ideas. This time, it's a rather airy lexicon. The winds make the weather fair or foul. But do they also make the wines? Here's an overview of those that blow over our vineyards, from the tramontane to the typhoon.
Assemblage
In each issue's 'assemblage' section, we compose a blend of shorter snippets relating to the theme.
Assemblage
A short cut through some scenic roots
Different notes from different folks, tugged from the earth of the same theme, where we hope each sip has a certain body…