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The August Wine – Light Enough for Summer, Warm Enough for Autumn

As the back-to-school season approaches and evenings take on that golden August tone, it's time to swap the spritz for something rounder. Here is the guide to rosés and light reds that hit the mood perfectly – neither too light nor too heavy.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

In Focus

Amontillado – sherry's best-kept secret

It's neither dry like fino nor sweet like oloroso – amontillado lives at the intersection of two worlds, and that's precisely where the magic happens. Here's everything you need to know about sherry's most complex and underrated style.

Ole Sommelier · 6 min

Vinmonopolet

In Focus

Sweet Summer in the Glass – Dessert Wines You're Underestimating

From honey-blonde Sauternes to sparkling Moscato d'Asti and Norwegian berry liqueurs – dessert wine is the summer table idea most Norwegians are missing out on. Here's everything you need to know.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

In Focus

The code on the champagne bottle reveals everything

NM, RM, CM – three letters on the back of the bottle that tell you more about a champagne's soul than the price ever could. Here is the key to understanding them.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

Season

Rosé for the Weekend Grill – Choose the Right Style

Not all rosé is created equal. Here is the guide that helps you choose between Provence elegance, fresh Basque sparkle, and Norwegian alternatives – based on what actually ends up on the grill.

Ole Sommelier · 6 min

Vinmonopolet