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What wine trends or lesser-known varietals should enthusiasts watch for now? The trend over the last decade has been towards freshness and transparency in wine, which is something I’ m very excited about. These wines complement food so effortlessly and are often massively undervalued in the marketplace. This could be the zesty, direct Aligote from Burgundy, the dark berries and delicate spice of Blaufränkisch from Austria, the wildflowers and red fruit of Mencia from Galicia or the steely smokiness of Furmint from Hungary. There’ s a veritable kaleidoscope of indigenous grape varieties to discover!
What do you hope guests remember most about the food and wine experience? I hope our guests return home excited about the food and wine they’ ve tried on their travels. Chefs from across the world have been inspired by their own journeys, and that’ s how techniques and recipes evolve and spread over time. Most of all though, I hope our guests remember the warmth and personal touches that went into the preparation of their cruise. We aim to showcase the best of the regions we pass through, but at the heart of the AmaWaterways experience is our phenomenal crew. No matter what we’ re excited to show you, it will always be served with a smile.
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