Elodie Rousselot, the winemaker at Château Bellevue in Morgon since 2022, is dedicated to showcasing the rich diversity of Beaujolais’ terroirs. While many view Beaujolais merely as a land of Gamay grown on granite, Rousselot emphasizes the unique characteristics of various parcels within the region, driven by soil, aspect, and altitude differences. She actively engages… Read More »
Decanter has launched a brief online survey for readers to share their thoughts on its content. This initiative allows wine enthusiasts to express what they enjoy about Decanter and suggest what they would like to see more of in the future. The survey aims to collect feedback on enhancing the reader experience, particularly through Decanter… Read More »
I recently came across a valuable post offering winery owners advice on how to sell their wine more effectively. It emphasized the importance of listening to customers and understanding their true preferences. An essential takeaway is that not all consumers share the same tastes as winemakers, and recognizing this is crucial. However, the article missed… Read More »
Frederick Stevenson, a naturally oriented winegrower in South Australia, produces a range of compelling wines. Recently, I had the opportunity to taste two of his standout creations. The first, Frederick Stevenson Chardonnay 2022 from the Adelaide Hills, showcases an impressive 12.8% alcohol content. Sourced from a single site in the Piccadilly Valley, this wine is… Read More »
Having recently relocated from London to Paris, Rupert Millar reflects on the contrasting wine cultures of these two prestigious cities. The shift prompted him to ponder the claim made by The Times earlier this year, which boldly stated, "Move over Paris, London is now the wine capital of the world." Millar found this assertion surprising,… Read More »
Entre-Deux-Mers: The Heart of Bordeaux Amidst a Crisis The Entre-Deux-Mers region, often overlooked in the grand narrative of Bordeaux, is facing a challenging time as it battles to define its identity amidst the overshadowing fame of its Left and Right Bank neighbors. Despite being the largest viticultural area in Bordeaux, comprised of nearly half of… Read More »
Memories of two remarkable tastings in Jerez help shape an answer to the age-old question: Is wine art? Tim James reflects on his experiences while reading May-Eliane de Lencquesaing’s book My Journey with Wine: From Bordeaux to South Africa. While the book dives into her journey and insights into the wine industry, James finds the… Read More »
In southern France, a catastrophic wildfire has devasted vineyards in the Aude area of Languedoc, occurring just before the harvest season. This disaster is recognized as France’s largest wildfire in decades, resulting in the loss of one life, over 20 injuries, and the destruction of more than 17,000 hectares of land. Winemakers in the Corbières… Read More »
The World of Fine Wine has introduced a significant enhancement to its platform with the launch of a fully searchable database containing over 20,000 tasting notes. This resource makes the entire archive of tasting notes published in the magazine since 2004 readily accessible online for wine enthusiasts. The database is the culmination of over 20… Read More »
Eddie Chami, who grew up in Australia after his family emigrated from Lebanon in the 1960s, felt a profound connection to his homeland. His journey back to Lebanon began after he studied winemaking at UC Davis, leading him to return in 2007 to revive his grandparents’ vineyards. Initially, Eddie collaborated with a cooperative winery, but… Read More »