A captivating new publication explores the role of wine as a strategic tool for managing troops on the Western Front during World War I. Written by Stuart Walton. Stuart Walton presents a review of A Thirst for Wine and War: The Intoxication of French Soldiers on the Western Front by Adam D Zientek. An increasing… Read More »
How an 18th-century classification inspired a new generation of Slovenian and Italian winemakers—and a charity auction. By Jim Clarke With the 2024 Grandi Vini della Contea per la Pace auction taking place this weekend, Jim Clarke narrates the story of the 18th-century vineyard classification of the “princely county” or “Contea” of Gorizia-Gradisca, and its inspiring… Read More »
It’s curious that we rarely ponder questions about ethics in wine, but this perspective needs to shift. There are as many chances for human exploitation in wine production as there are in the cultivation of products like bananas and coffee—items that typically come with a Fairtrade label. Given that grape harvests occur just once a… Read More »
Website: https://www.sargasso.bar/ This place is truly a hidden treasure. If you’re in London, make sure to secure a reservation, take the (rather long) train journey to Margate, and prepare to be delighted by the incredible food and exquisite low-intervention wine amidst a stunning backdrop. Sargasso is a quaint eatery nestled within the harbour wall of… Read More »
Therianthropy embodies the mythical concept of shapeshifting, akin to transforming nature into wine. Launched in late 2019 in Creemore Hills, Niagara, Ontario, Therianthropy Wines is a unique collaborative garagiste initiative headed by winemaker David Eiberg. This team of seasoned wine professionals selects grapes from sustainably and organically cultivated vineyards across Ontario to create an exciting… Read More »
Margaret Rand encounters the duo behind a rapidly developing sparkling wine producer based in Arundel. By Margaret Rand Trevor Clough and Jason Humphries have established a thriving English sparkling wine label by embracing the négociant method at Digby Fine English. With the recent purchase of a vineyard, they are poised for new ventures, as noted… Read More »
Stuart Walton reminisces about a time when wine could be drawn from public taps in London. By Stuart Walton Stuart Walton contemplates a sadly faded English custom of celebrating coronations and other significant events with free wine flowing from fountains. The coronation of King Richard II in the summer of 1377 was a particularly remarkable… Read More »
In his article on the issues facing Bordeaux (and potential solutions), featured in the October edition of Decanter, Andrew Jefford highlighted five examples of families and individuals actively working to improve the region’s reputation. These efforts include winemaking families reevaluating various aspects, from their viticultural methods, winemaking processes, packaging strategies, to a novel initiative aimed… Read More »
The oldest wine merchant in the UK, founded in 1698, has recently revealed its plans to enter the online wine auction scene. Berry Bros & Rudd is set to launch its first auction on 28 October, showcasing a private collection from Ian Mill KC. This distinguished barrister has dedicated decades to curating a collection of… Read More »
Tom Stevenson discusses a revolutionary sparkling wine stopper. By Tom Stevenson In Kiboni’s Corky 2.0, Tom Stevenson believes he may have discovered the ultimate solution for re-sealing bottles of sparkling wine. Even though there is often a magnum of high-quality sparkling wine open in my fridge throughout the week, I occasionally forget to use a… Read More »