As climate change increasingly affects wine production, there’s a growing conversation about utilizing old-vine varieties to create better wines under new conditions. Historically, grape variety selection evolved with natural and human influences. Three centuries ago, winemakers often used a wide range of grapes, which diminished as understanding of varietals grew, particularly with the introduction of… Read More »

Whitewolfe Estates is an exciting venture in the world of Chardonnay, founded in 2019 by Clare Whitehead and Luke Wolfe. The duo met while studying at Plumpton College in 2009, where Clare was already working for Bibendum while Luke was transitioning from a mortgage advisor to the world of wine. His journey in the industry… Read More »

Bordeaux has produced a remarkable series of vintages recently, with the 2020 vintage standing out. According to Andrew Jefford, it is a very good and sometimes great year, marking a continuation of the region’s luck following other successful years like 2015, 2016, 2018, and 2019. This period suggests that Bordeaux may be in a “Goldilocks… Read More »

Vancouver Island is emerging as a significant wine region in Canada, gaining recognition after Jackson Family Wines invested by purchasing Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley. The region experiences cool-climate viticulture, distinct from the rain shadow of the Okanagan Valley, often receiving rainfall during the growing season. Recently, I had the opportunity to taste a… Read More »

Liv-ex, a global marketplace for wine trading, has recently reported that the confidence in the Burgundy wine market is at historically low levels. Despite ongoing trading activity, buyers are exhibiting risk-averse behavior, purchasing fewer cases at lower prices. However, the report indicates that there are early signs of sentiment beginning to stabilize, potentially leading to… Read More »

As part of the Wynn Signature Chinese wine awards 2025, a seminar was held focusing on Château Pavie, featuring Jane Anson and João Pires. Jane Anson shared her thoughts on Château Pavie, situated in Saint-Émilion, noting the estate’s strong connection to its terroir, which she described as key to understanding the wine. Anson highlighted the… Read More »

Liv-ex, a global marketplace for wine trading, has reported that the confidence in the Burgundy wine market remains low. Buyers are being cautious, purchasing fewer cases and opting for lower prices. While the market sentiment shows signs of stabilizing, it is still concerning, with the Burgundy 150 index dropping around 30% over the past two… Read More »

Déjà-bu: Bordeaux 2020—the Wines The Bordeaux 2020 vintage has garnered significant attention following its promising performance at the en primeur stage. In this review, we assess how these wines have developed in the bottle, providing detailed tasting notes for over 100 of the region’s foremost wines. Highlights from the Bordeaux 2020 Tasting Château Calon Ségur… Read More »

This month’s Market Watch in Decanter magazine provides an update on the secondary market for prestige Champagne, a sector that has faced fluctuations in pricing since the peak of its boom over two years ago. Following a significant surge in value experienced during the fine wine market’s boom, prices for prestige Champagne have generally fallen… Read More »

Constellation Brands is reportedly considering selling its entire wine portfolio, following a significant slump in sales. The company, based in New York and owner of over 100 brands—including well-known names like Robert Mondavi and Meiomi—has encountered difficulties in its wine division in recent years. Recent reports indicate that wine sales fell by 14% year-on-year during… Read More »