This historic wine region set along the Danube river, and 45 minutes west of Vienna, is known around the world for long-lived dry Riesling and Gruner Veltliner. In the most classical sense, and that is when a producer is part of the Vinea Wachau Association, the designated Steinfeder are featherlight, the Federspiel playful, and SmaragdContinue reading “Martin Muthenthaler, Wachau”
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Umami Wine Dinner at Lava Asian Bistro on Mar 8-9th
Being right in the midst of Thonglor, it is no wonder Lava’s tagline is EAT DRINK PARTY. We are serious here though, so the the Umami wine dinner is aimed to showcase the skills and variety of Chef Jeriko, whom many know from Cocotte restaurant. With his mates, Adrien and Lucas, they will ensure theContinue reading “Umami Wine Dinner at Lava Asian Bistro on Mar 8-9th”
Butcher’s Garage at the Accidental Butcher, March 11th
We are pleased to re-unite with both Blair and Steve at the outdoor casual dinner in Ekamai. This time around the focus will be on Provenance Lamb and Levantine flavors. Cloud Wine will offer a welcome aperitif, as well as a small selection of by the glass and bottles.
Wine workshop at the Food School on March 9th
In our second workshop at the Food School, and one of three this year, we will share the stories and efforts made by producers, who over the years have altered the state of their farm, as well as implemented energy saving mechanisms at the winery to bottle wines that are conscientious about our environment. ComeContinue reading “Wine workshop at the Food School on March 9th”
Thailand’s fresh wine faces
Since this article was written for Thailand Tatler in early 2021, many sommeliers have moved away, to new properties or businesses. Regardless, their impact remains to be seen in our city until today.
Wine Dinner at Phra Nakorn, Capella Bangkok
One-of-a-kind and one-night only wine pairing at the Capella Bangkok coming Monday May 30th 2022. Sommelier Thanakorn Bottorff with Chef Kannika Jitsangworn will be offering a 6-course menu paired with characterful wines made from indigenous varietals. Seats are priced at thb 4,500 plus tax and service. For reservations please call 02 098 3817 or emailContinue reading “Wine Dinner at Phra Nakorn, Capella Bangkok”
Wine Lab – Chateauneuf du Pape at Baan Turtle
We are excited to be kicking off the wine lab again at Cloud Wine, Baan Turtle. Depending on the month, the line up can be either a series of bottles served blind from Coravin, or as shown here a horizontal tasting of five different styles of one of France’s greatest wine. A great bottle ofContinue reading “Wine Lab – Chateauneuf du Pape at Baan Turtle”
A tale of lamb, salt and wine
It’s not just consumers who are looking for ingredients of provenance, but also the families who work the fields, the farmland and the vines who seek to nourish the environment for the greater good. New Zealand is naturally an ideal place, and Central Otago, a rugged landscape, where the Crutchleys completely transformed pastures over theContinue reading “A tale of lamb, salt and wine”
Marietta based in Geyserville, Sonoma
Scott Bilbro, one of Chris’ 4 sons, who took over the winery explains about this wine “The sum is greater than the parts. It was inspired by the old field-blend blocks and cooking with his (Chris) friends. It put Marietta on the map and has been a great connector. He’d blend on the hoof forContinue reading “Marietta based in Geyserville, Sonoma”
Antonio Madeira, Dao Highlands
Portugal is remarkable for finding value and offers wines of character from indigenous varietals. Even if the Douro has cemented itself as the oldest demarcated region in the world, their red wines only became more familiar about 20 years ago. So how can one compare them to the reds of the Dao? At the moreContinue reading “Antonio Madeira, Dao Highlands”