Veiled Vineyards Old Vine Semillon 2016 – Franschhoek, South Africa The Veiled Vineyards Old Vine Semillon 2016 is an intriguing wine that, despite being nearly nine years old, has recently hit the market. This wine is produced from two historic vineyards established in 1942 and 1962. Notably, some of the Semillon grapes used are a… Read More »

Dariusz Galasiński, a linguist and professor at the University of Wroclaw in Poland, reflects on the cultural significance of wine, arguing that it serves as a bridge to understanding the society from which it originates. Wine, he notes, is intertwined with culture, playing a role in social, religious, and institutional practices. However, it also provides… Read More »

WhistlePig has made headlines with the launch of The BigShǝBàng, touted as the longest-aged single-malt whiskey from North America. This remarkable whiskey, a product of 30 years of aging, is now available for a striking retail price of $4,999. Released on September 3, 2025, WhistlePig has offered just under four barrels of this limited-edition whiskey,… Read More »

Roebuck Estates Rare Expressions Ninety-Six 2014 – A Detailed Review Roebuck Estates has unveiled the second release of its luxury Rare Expressions Collection, the Rare Expressions No.96. This exquisite wine has been aged for an impressive 96 months on lees, blending 47% Chardonnay, 38% Pinot Noir, and 15% Pinot Meunier. The nose presents a beautiful… Read More »

After a full day of surfing along the Western Cape with Duncan Savage, a notable South African winemaker and surfer, we share a conversation at his home in Cape Town over a glass of his old-vine Cinsault. The label of the wine, bearing the phrase “Follow the Line, 2021,” evokes a journey that mirrors the… Read More »

Now celebrating its 22nd year, the Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) has solidified its reputation as the largest and most influential wine competition globally. In 2025, the competition saw participation from 248 esteemed wine professionals hailing from 35 countries, including a record 72 Masters of Wine and 22 Master Sommeliers. A DWWA medal indicates that… Read More »

Harvest in Galicia is amidst devastation as wildfires sweep across the region, devastating more than 90,000 hectares. This year’s fires were unprecedented, fueled by months of drought, extreme heat, and strong winds. The majority of the destruction occurred in the province of Ourense, which hosts four of the five Denominaciones de Origen (DOs) in Galicia,… Read More »

Several decades worth of wines from Napa Valley’s Spottswoode and the renowned SuperTuscan estate Masseto will be showcased at an auction this month, coinciding with Zachys’ announcement of relocating its operations to Delaware. Masseto’s 2022 release will debut via La Place de Bordeaux in September, while collectors can also explore its extensive back catalog through… Read More »

People in the wine industry often overcomplicate their discussions about it, creating confusion due to poor segmentation of consumers. Instead of segmenting by age or other demographics, it would be more effective to categorize consumers by the sales channel, as this better correlates with the product’s price positioning. To illustrate this point, let’s consider the… Read More »

Another delightful creation from Ramiro Ibáñez is the Bodegas Cota 45 Ube Miraflores 2022 from Spain, which boasts an alcohol content of 11.5%. This wine is crafted from Palomino grapes sourced from various parcels in both Miraflores Alta and Miraflores Baja, utilizing three distinct types of albariza: Lustrillos, Lentejuelas, and Tosca Cerrado. The wine presents… Read More »