Harvest season is currently flourishing across the Pacific Northwest, from Oregon’s Willamette Valley to Washington State’s Columbia Valley, as winemakers work to wrap up the 2025 vintage. In Oregon, winemaker John Grochau, who produces wine at GC Wines, noted that the current year’s vintage may resemble the previous one. He described the growing season as… Read More »
Hannes Schuster, who runs Weingut Rosi Schuster, is notable for crafting exceptional wines in Sankt Margarethen, located on the picturesque shores of Lake Neusiedlersee. The winery, named after his mother Rosi, was established by his parents and has been operated by Hannes since 2007, after his father’s passing. The winery’s vineyards, spread across 17 hectares,… Read More »
I recently met with Árpád Tomcsányi to taste a selection of his wines, which are crafted from three hectares of biodynamically farmed vines located on the western banks of Somló hill, Hungary. The property was originally acquired by his parents, and Tomcsányi began his winemaking journey in 2016 while balancing a career in filmmaking. Here… Read More »
The World’s Best Wine Lists Awards 2025 took place recently at The Savoy Hotel in London, highlighting the finest wine offerings from around the globe. With a focus on celebrating exceptional wine lists, this year’s event witnessed the attendance of notable figures in the hospitality industry. The prestigious title of Wine List of the Year… Read More »
German authorities are investigating a sophisticated grape heist that has affected producers in the Rheinhessen wine region. Thieves have reportedly stolen nearly all the ripe Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc grapes from two vineyards over an area of 8,000 square meters in the Gundheim district. The theft was discovered by harvesting teams who arrived to find… Read More »
Sifnos is a stunning Greek island, known for its unspoiled beauty and tranquil atmosphere. This hidden gem has recently gained recognition as a culinary hotspot, offering a delightful array of food and exceptional Greek wines. Over the past few days, I have indulged in some of the island’s culinary offerings and savored its remarkable wines.… Read More »
The annual Penfolds Collection release is a much-anticipated event in the wine calendar, with the 2021 Grange stealing the spotlight this year. As the reputation of this iconic Australian producer continues to rise internationally, attendees eagerly sampled a variety of exceptional wines from not only Australia but also France, China, and the U.S. This year’s… Read More »
A luxurious state banquet was hosted by King Charles III on September 17, 2025, for US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania at Windsor Castle. The menu celebrated the culinary traditions of both the US and the UK, showcasing a variety of premium wines and spirits. Among the offerings was a vintage English sparkling… Read More »
Mr. Vertigo, located in Athens, is a unique wine shop and import agency renowned for its impressive selection of Greek wines, particularly those leaning towards natural and low-intervention styles. The excitement around visiting this shop stems from discovering exceptional local wines. During a recent tasting, a remarkable series of wines were sampled: 1979 Kallos Phos… Read More »
Falcons and hawks are now serving as guardians of the grapes at Rathfinny Wine Estate in Sussex, England, as part of a trial aimed at protecting their vineyards from birds that threaten to consume the fruit before the harvest. This initiative comes as the estate prepares for a highly anticipated wine harvest in 2025, following… Read More »