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Discovering new terroir Wine miniseries "Sip & Sparkle" - Episode 4

In the fourth episode of "Sip & Sparkle", sommeliers H.S.H. Princess Marie von und zu Liechtenstein and Lisa Bader discuss terroir, grape varietals and soils from around the world.

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Discovering new terroir

Wine miniseries "Sip & Sparkle" - Episode 4

This fourth episode focuses on sparkling wines and answers the following questions:

  • What is terroir and why does it matter?
  • How do grape varietals "find their place"?
  • What do wines from different regions actually taste like?
  • How does soil type influence wine style?
  • What food pairs well with these wines?

Wines in this episode

Wine Nr. 1: Assyrtiko, Santorini

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  • Region: Santorini, Greece
  • Grape varieties: 100 % Assyrtiko  
  • Tasting notes: Citrus, lemon zest, fresh herbs
  • Serving temperature: 8-10 °C

Wine No. 2: Blaufränkisch, Hofkellerei des Fürsten von Liechtenstein

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  • Region: Burgenland, Austria
  • Grape varieties: 100 % Blaufränkisch
  • Tasting notes: Red cherries, dark berries, floral notes
  • Serving temperature: 16-18°C

Wine No. 3: Fabelhaft Niepoort, Duoro valley

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  • Region: Duoro valley, Portugal  
  • Grape varieties: Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Barroca  
  • Tasting notes: Ripe red berries and cherries, notes of spice
  • Serving temperature: 16-18°

Wine No. 4: Titolo Elena Fucci, Basilicata

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  • Region: Basilicata, Italy
  • Grape varieties: 100 % Aglianco
  • Tasting notes: Dark cherries, herbs and subtle smoke
  • Serving temperature: 16-18°

H.S.H. Prinzessin Marie von und zu Liechtenstein

H.S.H. Princess Marie von Liechtenstein assisted the Princely Winery, the cellar of the Princely family of Liechtenstein, in marketing and distribution from 2013 to 2024. At the beginning of 2014, Princess Marie became a qualified sommelier. After graduating from the Europa Wirtschaftsschulen (EWS), she worked for the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF) and for Bismarck Media, a PR and event agency in New York specialising in fashion.

Lisa Bader

Lisa Bader's passion for good wine led her to abandon her plans to study medicine. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in international hotel and event management, she trained to become a certified sommelier. From 2017 to 2023, she worked as head sommelier at The Dolder Grand in Zurich. Lisa has received numerous awards. Having completed the Advanced Sommelier level, she is awaiting admission to the final examinations for the Master Sommelier diploma.

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