Each year, Herdade do Rocim hosts an amphora wine day, gathering wineries from around the globe that produce wine in clay. The 2025 edition marked my third attendance, showcasing diverse wines with a strong focus on the Alentejo region, where the talha tradition has been effectively revitalized. This year, I noticed that winemakers are becoming… Read More »

Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) Singapore 2025 took place on November 22, 2025, at the lavish Shangri-La Hotel. This year’s event was a remarkable success, following the inaugural edition the previous year, and it has now become an essential part of the wine calendar in Singapore. The event attracted over 500 attendees eager to sample… Read More »

Irancy: Northern Reds in the Land of Cherries Irancy, a charming village in Burgundy, has become a noteworthy destination for wine enthusiasts due to its unique red varieties, including Pinot Noir and César. Located just 18 km southwest of Chablis, the region gained its AOC status in 1998, which recognizes its rich winemaking tradition. The… Read More »

I recall my first encounter with Central Otago Pinot Noir during a tasting in London in 2003. The experience included a notable 1992 Rippon and a pre-Nigel Felton Road Block 3 that left me moderately impressed. However, after visiting the region seven years later, I became an avid fan and have returned frequently since. Here’s… Read More »

Andrew Jefford’s latest column delves into the transformative climate conditions changing Germany’s wine landscape, positioning it as a potential new "Pinot Paradise" for wine enthusiasts. He emphasizes the ongoing ‘quiet change’ induced by climate change, a scenario that is drastically altering traditional wine terroirs worldwide. The alarming reality of climate change manifests through droughts, heat… Read More »

Luke Lambert crafts wine from the northern section of the Yarra Valley, where the soil consists of granite and granitic sand. His wines primarily come from the Denton View Hill vineyard, located near Yarra Glen. The production process utilizes neutral large format oak barrels and emphasizes low-intervention winemaking. Originally from Brisbane, Luke’s passion for wine… Read More »

The Symington Family has been actively promoting Graham’s 80-year-old Tawny Port across several European cities, a new category of age-dated Tawny Port introduced in early 2025. This category allows shippers with old stock to release unique wines for the first time, and Graham’s has made a significant contribution. The creation of this exquisite Tawny has… Read More »

Each year, Noble Rot Lambs Conduit Street hosts a grand celebration for Beaujolais Nouveau Day, inviting a guest chef or restaurant to take over their kitchen for the occasion. Last year’s guest was The Four Horsemen from Brooklyn, while this year’s event featured Vantre from Paris, with proprietor Marco Pelletier and chef Satria Vue at… Read More »

The narrative of Shiraz, Syrah, and Shirazi wine intertwines myth, history, and culture, presenting a rich tapestry that extends back to the region of Shiraz in Iran. Despite common misconceptions, genetic research has established that the Syrah grape, referred to as Shiraz in many English-speaking countries, is not genetically linked to the storied past of… Read More »

As Beaujolais greets the arrival of its first wines of 2025, the excitement of the annual festival on the third Thursday of November fills the air. The exuberance of Beaujolais Nouveau, known for its fresh and fruity flavor profile, typically dominates the scene, but there are other noteworthy contenders stepping into the spotlight. Across Europe… Read More »