Just-picked Napa Cabernet Sauvignon drops into the hopper on the way to the sorting table at Anomaly Vineyards in St. Helena, California. This year, most Napa Cabernet is still on the vine waiting to ripen, with many anticipating harvest dates in October or even November. INSTRUCTIONS:Download this image by right-clicking on the image and selecting “save link as” or “save …

A while back I published some thoughts on Montefalco Sagrantino. “But what about Paolo Bea!?” cried many people in response to the conspicuous absence of those wines from my report. What about Paulo Bea, indeed. Some people, we say, seem comfortable in their own skin. To me, this expression captures an interesting mix of characteristics: a modicum of confidence, a …

Giovanni Geddes, CEO of Frescobaldi and Ornellaia, yesterday announced his retirement. ‘At 78 years old last July it’s time to stop working,’ he said on the sidelines of the 15th edition of Ornellaia Vendemmia d’Artista in Venice. ‘Last Sunday, I left home at 4.30am to fly to New York and I returned yesterday [Wednesday] to be here in Venice. I …

Steve Dutton and Dan Goldfield have collaborated in making some of the Russian River’s finest wines since 1998. The source of most of their fruit is the Dutton Ranch, owned by the Dutton Family and comprised of over 1150 acres of vines spread over 80 non-contiguous parcels, mostly in Green Valley in the southwest corner of the Russian River Valley. …

Ceretto is one of Piedmont’s renowned wineries, a family-run institution that was founded in the 1930s by Riccardo Ceretto. Today, the business-savvy family has branched out into new areas of business including the supply of Piedmont hazelnuts and a confectionary company selling nougat. In more recent times the family has expanded into hospitality overseeing two restaurants in the region, including …

Members and Advisors of the Cask Whisky Association gathered at The Glenturret. Whisky fans who want to invest in Scotch are being advised to seek professional advice by a new trade body created by a small band of cask brokers. The CWA aims to share best practice and has formed an advisory board that includes distillery bosses, a lawyer, and …

One of South America’s most iconic wines, Casa Real, is set to release the new 2020 vintage on La Place de Bordeaux this September. The 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Maipo is now celebrating its third vintage being traded on La Place, marking its worldwide growing reputation as a fine wine worth collecting. A Chilean wine legend Casa Real was one …

Firmly imprinted in the wine canon, Bourgogne has long established itself as a benchmark of quality and character, synonymous with some of the world’s best wines. Bourgogne however, is not primarily a region of glittering estates. Its identity has been built upon the hard work of men and women – small growers and winemakers – with a deep connection to …

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Many supermarkets have crowded and noisy aisles, which are not exactly conducive to thoughtful wine selection, so you may be tempted to grab a random bottle and swiftly move on. However, that approach can often lead to disappointment, as you will be left with a distinctly underwhelming glass of wine later that day. If you would like to reduce your …

Sir Rod Stewart CBE with Wolfie’s Whisky British rock singer and songwriter Sir Rod Stewart CBE has ventured into the spirits business with the creation of Wolfie’s Whisky After two years of extensive research and development, the whisky launched in the UK in May and has now been rolled out to the US. Stewart worked with business partner and beverage industry …

The Kentucky-based distiller has snapped up a 2,000 sq. ft. venue on Long Acre in Covent Garden, close to The Savoy and the Royal Opera House. Buffalo Trace promised to offer a ‘first-of-its-kind American whiskey experience’ in the heart of central London. Guests will be taken on ‘a narrative journey’ introducing them to the distillery’s storied history, culminating in a …

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For a wine with ample bottle age, this shows impressive freshness. Still tightly wound, with razor-edged acidity cutting through crisp apple, melon and peach flavors. Briny, pure and crackling through a vibrant, lengthy finish marked by saline and petrol. Drink now through 2032. 2,250 cases made, 1,250 cases imported. Source : 662804b1126ab3db4ae14298a5b705ab