Cellar Door Diary

In 2019 The Prosecco Hills of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene were inscribed on the World Heritage List and recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. This unique cultural landscape is the result of the positive work of winemakers and vine growers over generations, creating a spectacular scenery that also preserves and sustains the local ecological system.

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The trip was a fascinating insight into Georgia and its long winemaking heritage. We took a deep dive into their Qvevri winemaking tradition that dates back millennia and is recognised by UNESCO for intangible cultural heritage, we also looked at many wines made using modern wine making techniques. We visited several producers of different sizes, age and scale of production. Georgian wine, gastronomy and tourism are increasingly worth talking about, but there are many parts undiscovered, and even misunderstood, perhaps the reason why us wine trade folk were invited to come and uncover the hidden gems of this historic wine producing country.
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Cellar Door Wines remains ever so obliging, still accepting orders for your Christmas gifts, should you require assistance. Their knowledgeable team, much like diligent elves, is ever ready to offer expert advice. And do not forget — those of you who are so inclined can sample no less than 16 wines, entirely free of charge, at their charming shop.
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