Wines of Provence

Vermentino versus Rolle

Many believe that the best Vermentino wines come from Sardinia. Since I have the privilege of spending a large part of my time in Provence, a favourite wine has become white wines...

Notes from the Provence Wine World – The Success Story of the Rosé Wine and New Winery Owners

The Continued Success Story of the Rosé Wine Recent figures from the CIVP (Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins de Provence), which includes the three largest appellations and represents 96% of AOP’s wine production...

Promising vintage 2019 in Provence!

After 1 – 2 difficult years for the vine growers in Provence, 2019 finally came with better conditions! The two previous vintages have been rated: 2018: The first rating based on wines...

For 25 years, I, Göran Boman, have been a member of “Munskänkarna”, the Swedish wine tasting and wine education association which is the world’s largest non-commercial wine association. During this time I have also during seven years chaired and been responsible for the education of all Munskänkar in my hometown of Västerås.

The origin of my Provence wine books is the essay I wrote when I took the highest course grade for the Munskänkarna, which for wine corresponds to a level higher than the Sommelier grade.