Madeira, a stunning volcanic archipelago located 400 miles west of Morocco and 500 miles from Portugal, has a rich history that dates back to the 1420s when it became a key stopover for explorers like Christopher Columbus. The island was especially attractive for its fresh water and supplies, and its fertile land inspired early settlers… Read More »
Hosted by Constance Delaire at 67 Pall Mall in London, a recent tasting event showcased Laurent-Perrier’s four notable Champagnes: Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Héritage, 2015 Brut Millésimé, and Cuvée Rosé. The selection was particularly striking not just for the wines themselves but also for the absence of some others that had been previously celebrated… Read More »
Miguel Viseu, the winemaker at low-intervention wine producer Aphros in Vinho Verde, has ventured further into the world of winemaking with his own project, Saravá, alongside his partner, Leli. Initiated in 2018 with a few homemade wines, the project has rapidly expanded since moving to a proper cellar in 2019. Initially focused on Vinho Verde,… Read More »
The Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) made a vibrant return to Singapore, taking place on November 22, 2025, at the luxurious Shangri-La Singapore. This event attracted nearly 600 wine enthusiasts eager to experience extraordinary wines and engage with producers and industry experts. The event showcased 52 prominent wineries, offering attendees a chance to taste a… Read More »
Anne Krebiehl MW recently attended an exclusive dinner at the Ritz in Paris to mark the release of the 2004 Cristal Vinothèque from Champagne Louis Roederer. The event highlighted the timeless elegance of this storied Champagne, underscored by CEO Frédéric Rouzaud’s comments on the wine’s deep connection to time and patience. Rouzaud emphasized that the… Read More »
The Gimblett Gravels is a notable sub-region within New Zealand’s Hawke’s Bay, renowned for its ideal conditions for producing Bordeaux-style red blends and Syrah due to its free-draining gravel soils and favorable climate. Recently, the 16th release of the annual Gimblett Gravels selection was announced, curated by Andrew Caillard. This year, only six bottles were… Read More »
On a beautiful spring afternoon, surrounded by blooming peach trees, I traveled to the southeastern region of Piedmont, Italy, to explore Timorasso wine with the renowned producer, Elisa Semino, at her estate, La Colombera. Timorasso, a once nearly extinct grape variety, was saved in 1987 by Elisa and a few other dedicated producers, including Walter… Read More »
The wine industry is in mourning following the death of Peter Fraser, the winemaker and general manager of Yangarra Estate in McLaren Vale, South Australia. He passed away on November 27, 2025, at the age of 51, in a tragic incident involving a fire at his home in Clarendon. Fraser was celebrated as a key… Read More »
Author Camilla Gjerde’s new book, Natural Trailblazers: 13 Ways to Climate-Friendly Wine, spotlights 13 leaders in the wine industry who are dedicated to combating climate change. In an era where sustainability is becoming a focal point, Gjerde explores how these pioneers are taking steps to minimize carbon emissions in their practices. While writing the book,… Read More »
A common pitfall in wine marketing is the confusion between choice and preference. Consumers often opt for a product not because it is their favored option but due to external factors, primarily price. For instance, consider someone who enjoys guitars. Upon visiting a store, they may find a guitar that perfectly suits their taste, boasting… Read More »