Dynamic Vines, a well-regarded importer of biodynamic, organic, and low-intervention wines located in Bermondsey, London, opened its doors to the public on a recent Saturday morning. While exploring the area during the Spa Terminus crawl, I had the opportunity to stop by and participate in a tasting featuring the wines of Emmanuel Giboulot, a producer… Read More »
Dr. Patrick McGovern, known as the ‘Indiana Jones of ancient wine’, passed away at the age of 80 on August 23, 2025. He was a prominent biomolecular archaeologist, recognized for his extensive research on ancient alcoholic beverages, particularly wines and beers. McGovern served as the Scientific Director of the Biomolecular Archaeology Project for Cuisine, Fermented… Read More »
A new literary work titled On Tuscany: From Brunello to Bolgheri, Wine Tales from the Heart of Italy, compiled by Susan Keevil, has captured the essence of Tuscany, touching on its wine, culture, history, art, and gastronomy. Marc Millon highlights that Tuscany, much like the Italian Renaissance that began there, has undergone a fascinating transition… Read More »
Champagne Billecart-Salmon Le Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, released as a non-vintage wine, has garnered attention with its innovative ‘my origin’ feature on their official website. This allows consumers to delve into the details and technicalities behind their chosen bottle. The Le Blanc de Blancs is primarily composed of Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs,… Read More »
The 2025 grape harvest in California has begun, kicking off with early selections of sparkling and white wines, while red varietals are following closely behind. After an unusually cool and foggy July that caused some concern among growers, August brought a modest temperature increase, allowing for a steady ripening process, albeit a week or more… Read More »
The evening prior to the 67 Pall Mall Global Wine Communicator Awards saw the launch of the 67 Sessions, combining wine, words, and music in a vibrant atmosphere. The event featured a talented jazz trio, including Tom Hewson, who returned to his roots as a jazz pianist, alongside Nelson Pari on guitar and Tom Farmer… Read More »
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 »