Sauternes. Sweet Gold of Bordeaux 
The legendary Sauternes, the white pearl of Bordeaux, is often hailed as the greatest sweet wine in the world—and rightfully so. Even today, despite a decline in demand for sweet wines, Sauternes maintains its prestigious status. But what gives Sauternes its exceptional taste and high price? The secret lies in a unique combination of Noble Rot (Botrytis cinerea), the distinctive climate of the Sauternes region, and the meticulous work of winemakers.
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Bicicletta 
After racking up thousands of kilometers on my bike odometer (I must clarify I’m not a cycling enthusiast, and spinning pedals isn’t my go-to sport), there’s a cocktail I simply can’t ignore: the Bicicletta, which fittingly means “bicycle” in Italian.
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Mulled Wine 
Winter has arrived, making it the perfect time to talk about mulled wine—and more importantly, to prepare it and warm yourself with such aromatic drink. Mulled wine, gluhwein, glogg, bisschopswijn, izvar, vin chaud — these are just a few of the many names for this spiced, heated wine. It is popular in nearly every country where wine is consumed and where the weather occasionally turns cold enough to crave a warming beverage.
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