Amphora Day 2024 showcased Portugal’s rich tradition of clay-pot winemaking at Rocim’s picturesque winery in Alentejo. This event has become an essential part of the international wine calendar, attracting enthusiasts eager to experience the unique qualities of talha wines. With 2024 proving to be a remarkable vintage due to a cooler growing season and ample… Read More »
Austrian Alternative wines were highlighted in a recent seminar led by Aleks Zecevic, part of Alberg Weinberg 2024. Alex’s journey into the world of wine began at 19 when a family connection brought him to a wine shop in Manhattan. His passion for natural wines ignited after attending a Jura natural wine tasting. With experience… Read More »
Matt Walls re-evaluates the 2020 vintage of Châteauneuf-du-Pape now that the wines are bottled, highlighting 25 notable selections. Originally, the tasting experience of the 2020 wines left much to be desired. After visiting the region during a year marked by a challenging vintage in 2021, winemakers were still processing their memories from the fresh 2020s.… Read More »
2014 Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants and Vieilles Vignes Françaises: A Celebration of Craftsmanship The 2014 vintage from Bollinger showcases the house’s exceptional ability to create exquisite wines even in challenging conditions. The newly named La Côte aux Enfants, previously known as La Côte aux Enfers, is located in Aÿ, a grand cru village. This… Read More »
Pablo Morandé is a groundbreaking figure in the Chilean wine industry, known for his innovative approaches that have reshaped the country’s winemaking landscape. His notable contributions began in the early 1980s when he pioneered the development of Chile’s first cool coastal wine region, which served as a crucial turning point in an industry overshadowed by… Read More »
The 2023 vintage in Chablis has proven to be remarkable, yielding delicious wines in substantial quantities. Despite concerns about potential frost caused by an unusually warm and dry winter, the spring progressed largely unscathed, save for minor frost events in late March and early April. Ideal conditions during the flowering period in early June led… Read More »
Premier cru status has been awarded to four Chardonnay vineyard sites in the Mâconnais region of southern Burgundy, specifically in the Pouilly-Vinzelles and Pouilly-Loché appellations, starting with the 2024 vintage. This recognition marks a significant milestone for the Mâconnais, emphasizing its rise in the wine world. The newly designated premier cru climats are: Les Longeays… Read More »
Rajat Parr’s journey into the world of farming was notably influenced by the pandemic, which shifted his focus from the hectic life of a wine professional to the tranquility of agriculture. He embraced the idea of growing grapes and cultivating a sustainable farming approach at Phelan Farms, located in Cambria, California. Phelan Farms is not… Read More »
Crozes-Hermitage 2023 has proven to be a successful vintage, showing notable improvements over the 2021s and demonstrating greater consistency compared to the varied 2022s. While challenging weather impacted production, the resulting wines are regarded as enjoyable, offering good quality across both red and white varieties. The reds from Crozes-Hermitage in 2023 exhibit moderate alcohol levels… Read More »
Pepe Galante stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of the Argentine wine industry, particularly in the Uco Valley, where he has played a crucial role in its transformation. With nearly 50 vintages to his credit, Galante reflects on the drastic changes that have occurred in Argentina’s winemaking landscape, shifting from the era of… Read More »