Alder Yarrow Vinography Images: Capturing Beauty in the Shadows Chris Lehoux, September 12, 2025 An ancient rusted cask number sign and ghostly globules of white mold illuminate a dark cellar in the Tokaj region of Hungary. This cellar needs to remain dark to facilitate the formation of flor yeasts, which can transform the typically sweet Tokaj wine into the rare specialty known as Dry… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Stepping Stones Through Vinography Images: A Visual Journey Chris Lehoux, September 5, 2025 The Rheingau region offers a rare view of its unique landscape, akin to an X-ray revealing the underlying layers beneath the surface. Known for its remarkable red slate, this area boasts a striking contrast against the lush greenery of its terraced vineyards. One notable location is the Rüdesheimer Berg vineyard,… Continue Reading
Cellar Vinography Images: Capturing Near Godliness in Every Frame Chris Lehoux, August 29, 2025 When it comes to winemaking, cleanliness is often deemed vital, yet my experiences have shown me otherwise. Some of the most exquisite wines have emerged from cellars that, on the surface, seem far from pristine. Take a cellar in Champagne, for example; it is so immaculate that I wouldn’t hesitate… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: Discovering the Beauty of Island Heart Chris Lehoux, August 23, 2025 The Rocca Busambra towers majestically over the rolling hills surrounding Camporeale, located in the heart of Sicily. The vineyards that stretch across the landscape could belong to either Tenuta Rapitalà or Tasca d’Almerita, both of which provide a striking view of Sicily’s rugged terrain south of Palermo. In the distance… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: A Captivating Glimpse of “The Woodpile Chris Lehoux, August 16, 2025 The Miguel Torres winery in Chile features an impressive barrel room, characterized by a sweeping landscape filled with barrels. Natural light pours in through skylights, enhancing the barrels’ intricate textures marked by deep red wine stains. As one of Chile’s foremost wine producers, Miguel Torres is known not just for… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring the Enchanting Vineyards of Tokaj: A Visual Journey Through Vinography Images Chris Lehoux, August 2, 2025 A vast expanse of vineyards spreads across the picturesque Tokaj region of Hungary, showcasing the beauty of springtime greenery. Historically renowned for its sweet dessert wines, the area is witnessing a shift in production as many winemakers pivot towards crafting dry wines made from native grape varieties, Furmint and Hárslevelű…. Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: A Stunning Journey Through The Ampitheater Chris Lehoux, July 26, 2025 The picturesque vineyard featured in this story is nestled within the Campi Flegrei, a volcanic region located just north of Naples, Italy. This area is renowned for its stunning amphitheater-like curves formed within the interior of a volcanic crater, specifically the Lago di Averno crater. Despite being one of the… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vine Horizon: A Visual Journey Through Vinography Images Chris Lehoux, July 19, 2025 In the picturesque Aconcagua Valley of Chile, the horizon seems to vanish as one gazes down from the steep hills above Errazuriz Vineyards. This stunning vista, reminiscent of the movie Inception, is dotted with vineyards spread like a green carpet. Errazuriz stands as one of Chile’s foremost wine estates, renowned… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography: A Journey Through Stunning Vines and Grape Landscapes Chris Lehoux, July 11, 2025 There are regions in Champagne where the landscape is dominated by endless rows of vines. While this sight can be captivating, it also reveals a troubling reality: the soil is largely stripped of life due to a farming approach that utilizes intense tilling and excessive herbicides. Traditionally considered standard practice,… Continue Reading
Aconcagua Exploring Vinography Images: A Visual Journey Through the North Chris Lehoux, July 4, 2025 The Aconcagua Valley, located in Chile, is typically recognized as part of the country’s northern wine regions, although it actually sits closer to the center of the long, narrow nation that stretches 2,650 miles from north to south. A mere couple of hours north from Santiago, the landscape transitions towards… Continue Reading