Sit at the semi-circular bar at the new 25-cover Kioku Bar in London’s The OWO hotel, and sake will be the order of the day. Helmed by sake sommelier Anthony Yukio and head of bars Angelos Bafas, this groundbreaking new offering, modelled on traditional Japanese listening bars, claims to have the largest sake collection in Europe – 110 currently sit …

Taking a bicycle tour at Château de Reignac. Most visitors to Bordeaux head straight for St-Emilion, Bordeaux city centre or the Me?doc’s Route des Cha?teaux along the D2, and don’t get much further. But those who prefer to get off the beaten track and don’t mind focusing on less glitzy wines will be amply rewarded by a stay in Entre-deux-Mers. …

Thyme and oregano herb oil notes glide through this distinctive and savory white, showing quince, passion fruit and roasted agave flavors layered with mint and a cool, stony minerality. Silky and round, with unctuousness that builds with time. Zesty spice and warm hay notes kick in toward the persistent finish. Well-built and expressive of its unique terroir. Drink now through …

A tightly wound and tense youngster, built around a vibrant core of Santa Rosa plum and blackberry flavors, with threads of rosemary and minerality woven in, ending with firm tannins. Best after 2026. 50,000 cases made, 7,500 cases imported. Source : aef9585a2a545e9d3d4e8c3f2a8ed635

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The IWR has had a long association with Wrath Vineyards that began in 2009 when we prepared a report on the wines of the Santa Lucia Highlands (SLH): The Santa Lucia Highlands: Unique Terroir, Marvelous Wines.   While Wrath is technically located in the Monterey AVA, it is in the foothills just below the SLH and sources grapes from several SLH …

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Rare Bordeaux, Burgundy and California wines have featured in a Christie’s auction of ‘last treasures’ from the Avery family’s private cellar. All lots offered in the London-based auction found buyers, said Christie’s, with total sales reaching £2.57m, including buyer’s premium. Bottles in the collection were acquired by different generations of the family that is behind historic Bristol-based wine merchant Averys, …

A dense, muscular red, displaying plum, black currant, tobacco, iron and wild herb flavors, supported by broad, ripe tannins. Leaves a juicy feel on the long, oak-tinged aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2026 through 2036. 10,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported. Source : f7f4742207c22dfdf70956728ac00e54

Pine, sage, apple and lemon flavors pervade this intense white, which is balanced and vibrant, with a lingering aftertaste echoing the pine and lemon notes, plus malt and mineral hints. Drink now through 2028. 12,000 cases made, 150 cases imported. Source : 590a9cf6e9303486bbb449b27f964747

We had a guided tour at Bodegas Bilbainas in Haro, Spain, which ended with the usual wine tasting.   This vineyard is unique with having a railway station nearby, plus other vineyards in the area.     Founded in 1901 in Haro’s iconic Station Quarter, Bodegas Bilbaínas is the longest-standing bottling winery in Rioja. Viña Pomal is the winery’s most …

We had a guided tour at Bodegas Bilbainas in Haro, Spain, which ended with the usual wine tasting.   This vineyard is unique with having a railway station nearby, plus other vineyards in the area.     Founded in 1901 in Haro’s iconic Station Quarter, Bodegas Bilbaínas is the longest-standing bottling winery in Rioja. Viña Pomal is the winery’s most …

We had a guided tour at Bodegas Bilbainas in Haro, Spain, which ended with the usual wine tasting.   This vineyard is unique with having a railway station nearby, plus other vineyards in the area.     Founded in 1901 in Haro’s iconic Station Quarter, Bodegas Bilbaínas is the longest-standing bottling winery in Rioja. Viña Pomal is the winery’s most …

_DSC5850 copia | Marco Pacini | Flickr Uploaded on July 13, 2024 Taken on August 20, 2023

We had a guided tour at Bodegas Bilbainas in Haro, Spain, which ended with the usual wine tasting.   This vineyard is unique with having a railway station nearby, plus other vineyards in the area.     Founded in 1901 in Haro’s iconic Station Quarter, Bodegas Bilbaínas is the longest-standing bottling winery in Rioja. Viña Pomal is the winery’s most …

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We had a guided tour at Bodegas Bilbainas in Haro, Spain, which ended with the usual wine tasting.   This vineyard is unique with having a railway station nearby, plus other vineyards in the area.     Founded in 1901 in Haro’s iconic Station Quarter, Bodegas Bilbaínas is the longest-standing bottling winery in Rioja. Viña Pomal is the winery’s most …

_DSC5781 copia | Marco Pacini | Flickr Uploaded on July 13, 2024 Taken on August 18, 2023

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