DISCLAIMER: You won’t find scores in my wines stories. I’ll tell you with words and you have permission to salivate and give them a try. We should find our own groove, because every palate is as unique as our own fingerprints. Holidays Italian & White Wines This is especially dedicated to anyone Italian, who’s celebrating […] The post Holidays & …

Thanksgiving Comfort & Cheer with Joy Who knows actual joy better than Joy Sterling of Iron Horse Vineyard’s fame? This one is short and sweet, because Joy has said it all, and their Bubbles are outstanding. Her message: Dear Friends & Family, An evening at home with those you love can put the world in […] The post Best Press …

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Craggy Range vineyards near the Ngaruroro river. Little more than 150 years ago, the Gimblett Gravels Wine Growing District was completely under water. Prior to 1867, the now trademarked, highly sought-after sub-region of Hawke’s Bay was simply the Omahu channel of the Ngaruroro river. But that year, a flood moved the channel north to the other side of Roy’s Hill, …

A vibrant and juicy red, exuding cherry, raspberry, floral and spice flavors. Accents of earth, tar and underbrush emerge as this winds down on the long aftertaste. This is harmonious and approachable now yet better in a few years. Best from 2027 through 2042. 4,200 cases made, 1,650 cases imported. Source : 798f37028010cde7496d01fd9f0031e0

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The masterclass was Boutillat’s first vertical of Rare Champagne in the UK. Having joined Piper-Heisieck in 2018 and taken over from Régis Camus as chief winemaker for both Piper-Heidsieck and Rare in 2022, the young cellar master has the depth of knowledge and sharp sense of the past, present and future of the house that usually only comes with decades …

Around the world, it’s an all too familiar Christmas Eve routine for anyone with young children (and also, no doubt, for plenty of others too). The fireplace carrot for Rudolph, the mince pie for Father Christmas, accompanied by a glass of the perfect whisky. But which whisky? Maybe I spend a bit too much time thinking about these things, but …

Not that long ago, Margaux seemed an appellation of grab-bag quality. It is the Médoc’s largest communal appellation, that accounts for one-third (21) of all its classified wines, spanning first to fifth growths. Among their number were previously underperforming estates like fourth growth Château Pouget and second growth Château Rauzan-Gassies, as well as top-notch properties, such as Château Margaux, Château …

The obscure and almost forgotten grape variety of Bordeaux, Carmenère has been given serious attention in Chile, with very good examples to be found across the country. Sharing parentage from Cabernet Franc with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Carmenère tends to display herbaceous notes alongside red and black fruits and layers of spice. Like Merlot, Carmenère wines typically have silky, supple tannins, …

On Saturday 16 November, the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) London returned to the iconic Landmark London hotel for its 27th edition. This much-anticipated event brought together 127 world-class wineries under one roof, offering wine enthusiasts a day filled with exceptional tastings and unforgettable experiences. Guests had the opportunity to explore an impressive selection of wines from renowned producers, engage with …

Johnson Reserve Ascension is a single malt whisky that has been through a sequence of 33 casks during the painstaking maturation process. The casks included mezcal, Port, Madeira, Marsala, Armagnac and Pedro Ximénez barrels, each of which contributed to the diverse flavour profile. An adjudicator from the Guinness World Records confirmed that Johnson Reserve Ascension contains the greatest variety of …