Daily Archives: September 14, 2023

Petrus collection helps Sotheby’s auction hit $9.3m sales in US

Petrus 1961, part of the ‘Monumental Cellar’ auction by Sotheby’s in September 2023. Sotheby’s said sales from its ‘Monumental Cellar’ auction on 7 September hit $9.3m, its second highest total on record in the US, behind the sale of William I. Koch’s cellar in 2016 for $21.8m. It’s been a relatively subdued year for the fine wine secondary market, with …

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Award-winning wines to buy now at Jeroboams

Both in-store and online, Jeroboams offers a delightful and ever-improving wine experience, as well as personable service, fantastic list, great price range and excellent in-store promotions – including this newly curated Decanter Winners 2023 Mixed Case. What’s more, while stocks last, the award-winning retailer is offering Decanter readers 10% off with the code DWWA10, which qualifies for free UK delivery. Opening its …

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New Zealand aromatic whites: 20 top wines to discover

Riesling, harvested here at Greywacke in 2010, is one of New Zealand’s most important aromatic white varieties. Despite New Zealand aromatic whites being part of the wine industry for more than 100 years in some cases, those beyond Sauvignon Blanc have not been taken seriously until quite recently. Scroll down for 20 top New Zealand aromatic whites to seek out

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Five stunning days in Mendoza

There are said to be about 880 bodegas in Mendoza, ensuring that Argentina’s elevated western province has long been a destination of choice for wine lovers. Vineyards here range from about 430m to 2,000m altitude, and while Malbec rules the roost, an ever-growing cast of varieties such as Semillon, Pinot Noir and the Criolla grapes (principally Torrontés, Criolla Chica, Criolla …

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Dunes de vignes

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Tenuta di Trinoro Toscana Le Cupole 2021 $42 (93 points)

A round, fleshy red introduced by a blast of pure blackberry and black cherry fruit. Gains depth from mineral, earth and spice notes, with a base of refined tannins adding support. Long and balanced. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2027. 8,300 cases made, 3,300 cases imported. Source : 3bb2ff38fd2ad0f2c78206cf2edd7be6

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