Uncorking Elegance: A Journey Through 1995 Vintage Champagne – Noblesse Oblige

Stockholm’s annual Nobel Prize Ceremony attracts wine enthusiasts just as much as it does academics and dignitaries. This year, Swedish collector Marina Olsson hosted a memorable tasting focused on the illustrious 1995 Vintage Champagne—an opportunity to reevaluate this esteemed vintage, specifically in comparison to the widely-acknowledged 1996 vintage. Many gathered, including journalists and Champagne producers,… Read More »

Risi e Bisi: A Traditional Italian Delicacy to Savor at the Table

If you find yourself in the Veneto region during the last week of May, you would have the chance to attend the Festa dei Bisi, celebrating the pea harvest in Peseggia di Scorzè, a time-honored gastronomic event that highlights the importance of fresh seasonal peas. While the festival features various activities, the star of the… Read More »

The World of Difference: Exploring Transformative Changes in Our Lives

The exploration of global sweet fortified wines continued in a recent tasting, showcasing an eclectic selection beyond the Iberian Peninsula. Andrew Jefford, along with panelists Simon Field MW and Richard Mayson, noted how this tasting offered surprising and original wines, although none quite matched the outstanding selections from Portugal and Spain. The first day of… Read More »