Posts by Melanie
Blog #25: A Conversation with Internationally-Acclaimed Sommelier Erik Segelbaum

The non-alcoholic beverage industry is changing by the minute. With so many new products on the market, the demand for premium alcohol-free products and alternatives like VINADA wines is only growing.

Curious to delve deeper into this topic, Melanie Safi marketing intern at VINADA had the exciting chance to chat with Erik Segelbaum – an expert sommelier with over 3 decades of experience in the wine industry. Erik has a wide range of knowledge about the ever-evolving landscape of non-alcoholic beverages.

Keep reading to learn more about Erik Segelbaum’s experience with the exciting evolution of non-alcoholic beverages and wines. Cheers!

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Blog #24: The Hidden Risks of “Drinking to One’s Health”

Have you ever raised a toast to someone’s health?

 Alcohol has become the centerpiece of celebration. Whether it's toasting someone’s health during birthdays or graduations, alcoholic beverages are the go-to choice. The Dutch campaign “Op je gezondheid?”, or “Cheers to Your Health?”, by De Gezonde Generatie (The Healthy Generation), has us questioning the widespread practice of toasting to health with alcohol. This initiative aims to spread awareness about the dangers of alcohol consumption in order to inspire the younger generations of the Netherlands to lead healthy lifestyles.

The irony of raising a glass to health with alcohol, a cancer-causing substance, is frequently overlooked. That’s why it’s time to de-center alcohol from our lives and acknowledge that it can be harmful to our health.

Keep reading to discover the truth behind drinking alcohol. Our hope is that we inspire you to consider making positive lifestyle changes, and possibly even quit drinking once and for all!

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Blog #23: Michelin-Starred Savelberg Restaurant Welcomes VINADA Wines

Next stop: Thailand!

VINADA Wines continues to expand its presence in Asia as a prestigious alcohol-free wine brand. As interest in wine alternatives made with natural ingredients grows, the demand for non-alcoholic options like VINADA is increasing.

Savelberg, a Michelin-starred restaurant located in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, has recently adopted one of VINADA’s exceptional alcohol-free wines, the Premium French Chardonnay, into its menu, where it is now being served to customers. 

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Blog #22: Pilates and Wine: The Ultimate Wellness Experience

Stretch, sip, repeat! 

On April 27th, VINADA hosted a special Pilates and Wine event in the vibrant city of Seoul, South Korea. To accompany the workout, fitness expert, Sia Kim, handed out our alcohol-free wines as “wines of encouragement”.

VINADA’s prominence continues to rise across Asia, especially South Korea, where wellness culture is popular. Since VINADA’s non-alcoholic wine selections offer an uplifting experience and provide mental clarity, they perfectly complemented the art of pilates, forming a balance between fitness and indulgence. 

Keep reading to discover how VINADA wines and pilates create the ultimate wellness experience, because after all, who wouldn't want to enjoy a refreshing glass of non-alcoholic wine with their workout?

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Blog #21: Turning Dreams into Reality with the Help of OHMF

"If you have the passion and ambition to export, just do it!"

From a young age, Jessica van Spaendonck knew that she wanted to run her own business when she grew up. That dream became a reality in 2017, when she founded her company VINADA Wines, an ambitious brand of sparkling, alcohol-free wines from Spain and France. Her products are now sold in more than 30 countries and her company went on to win the Oranje Trade Mission Fund (OHMF) in 2022-2023. How has that helped her? And what stage has she reached with her business?

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Blog #20: VINADA Wines Takes Taiwan by Storm

“Would you like to join us for dinner in Taipei?”

This is the question that Chris van Spaendonck, VINADA’s Export Manager, was asked by our Distributor in Taiwan. 

VINADA keeps expanding business in Asia, where we are now happy to serve our premium non-alcoholic wines to even more customers in Taiwan, at establishments such as Kang Yuan Restaurant.

Kang Yuan Restaurant, a popular restaurant in Taipei, is one of VINADA’s customers in the capital of Taiwan. We didn’t need much convincing to accept the invitation, and before we knew it, Chris was en route to Taipei.

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Blog #19: How VINADA is Leading the Non-Alcoholic Movement

With the rise of health consciousness and an increasing number of people choosing to limit or eliminate alcohol consumption, non-alcoholic beverages have grown in popularity, and the wine industry is no exception. The demand for non-alcoholic wines has skyrocketed and continues to do so. VINADA is leading the way in this growing market, as a company committed to providing high-quality, non-alcoholic wines.

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