LEVANT IN THE CARIBBEAN
01/05/2026
The Caribbean is far beyond a single story. Across its islands and territories, histories of migration, trade, and cultural layering have resulted in distinct societies that share geography with their own identities. The Lebanese diaspora is one thread inside this complexity.
HEYA
10/03/2026
Heya Wines, founded by Claudine Lteif and Michelle Chami, is more than a winery: it is a movement. Heya means “she” in Arabic, and the name reflects their commitment to amplifying women’s voices in Lebanon’s male-dominated wine industry. Both share a passion for natural wine and ancestral winemaking techniques.
ÉMILIE MUTOMBO
19/07/2025
Émilie Mutombo is a rising natural wine producer from Belgium with Congolese heritage. She resides in Bonastre, located in the Baix Penedès region of Catalonia, Spain; a short drive along the coast southwest of Barcelona. In 2020, Émilie launched her production by purchasing a property with a small garage beneath her house, where she built her cellar.
MENINA D’UVA – ALINE DOMINGUES
26/02/2025
In 2017, Aline Domingues founded Menina d’Uva. This natural winemaking project resides in the village of Uva, situated in the Planalto Mirandês region. It is part of Trás-os-Montes near Portugal’s northeastern border with Spain.
BAYUNKA
25/02/2025
Our family farm, founded over 35 years ago by our father, Ricardo Ibarra, is dedicated to producing exceptional coffee, but also to preserving and respecting the environment. From the very beginning, we have maintained a natural reserve on the farm that remains untouched to this day. While the farm spans a larger area, we only actively work on 180 hectares, ensuring that the natural ecosystem continues to thrive.
A TASTE OF FIVE
10/02/2025
Natural wine is more than a beverage. It’s a reflection of artistry, culture, community, tradition, time and place. For A TASTE OF FIVE, Jamain Brigitha curated five distinctive natural wines, each crafted by women producers, who are redefining the industry.