Church Block is a notable wine that we need more of; it’s both affordable and accessible while maintaining quality and potential for aging. Launched in 1972 with a blend originally composed of 70% Grenache, the wine underwent changes in the 1980s when consultancy advice led Wirra Wirra to incorporate Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Initially skeptical,… Read More »
Without These Walls: Deluxe Clos Champagne During a recent Champagne tasting organized by Marina Olsson, attendees gathered in the historic Jörgen Kock’s House, located in Malmö’s oldest square. The event focused on the elusive clos, some of the Champagne region’s rarest and most celebrated wines. The tasting, part of a series that celebrates the artistry… Read More »
Ehren Jordan is the winemaker and owner of Failla Wines, renowned for producing site-specific wines from some of northern California’s best vineyards. His journey in the wine industry began at Joseph Phelps in Napa as a tour guide, where he quickly moved into the cellar after impressing the vice president, Bruce Neyers. After gaining international… Read More »
We are in Maury, a region celebrated for its rugged beauty and rocky vineyards. Accompanying me is Richard Case, who creates wines for his own estate, Domaine Pertuisane, and also for Dave Phinney’s Department 66. Richard and his wife, Sarah, embarked on their winemaking journey in 2002 by acquiring a few hectares of old vine… Read More »
I have a deep love for restaurants. Despite not being wealthy, I indulge in dining experiences because I believe it’s a worthwhile use of my income. Gastronomy offers pleasure that home renovations simply can’t match. For my work, it’s essential that I invest in food and drinks; after all, how can I recommend without truly… Read More »
This winery, founded in 1930 by Camillo Donati’s grandfather, initially produced wine for family consumption. During those times, wine was fundamental for daily nourishment and creating a stable supply was not only practical but economically sound. The family cultivated a diversity of red and white grape varieties, fermenting them collectively. Located near Parma in Emilia… Read More »
Rosé wine has become increasingly popular in recent years, especially during its peak season in May in the northern hemisphere. However, this popularity comes with a challenge for retailers: the demand for the latest vintage means they only have a short window to sell their stock. If they don’t sell the previous year’s rosé before… Read More »
In his last column for the year, Matt Walls reflects on the experiences and standout moments of 2025. He uses the tradition of listing his top 10 wines as a way to process both the losses and new opportunities within the wine industry. This year has revealed significant closures in the wine sector, prompting a… Read More »
In 2025, celebrated contributors to the World of Fine Wine highlighted several exceptional wine literature releases, forming a comprehensive overview of the year’s standout books. One prominent title was The Wines of California by Elaine Chukan Brown, part of the Académie du Vin Classic Wine Library series. This book presents a detailed narrative of California’s… Read More »
Villa Melnik is a family-owned winery located in Harsovo, Bulgaria, nestled in the Struma River Valley of the Thracian Valley. Established in 2004 by Nikola and Lubika Zikatanov, the winery spans 32 hectares of vineyards. The current gravity flow winery, built in 2013 with EU funding, showcases modern energy-efficient designs. During a visit in September… Read More »