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[ad_1] The cool-climate vineyards of the Hilltops region in New South Wales. Outsiders might scoff at the idea that Australia can produce cool-climate wines, as the country is famous for sun, surf and sand. A warm, temperate climate, with regular droughts, heatwaves and devastating wildfires, is the all-pervading impression. That’s all true, but this massive continent supports a huge range …

[ad_1] Brad Pitt at the UK premiere of Babylon, at BFI IMAX in London, January 2023. Pitt has been nominated for seven Oscars since bursting onto the scene as a cowboy hitchhiker in Thelma & Louise back in 1991. He won Best Supporting Actor in 2020 for his role in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and he also won …

[ad_1] Photo Credit: Ellen Richardson / Decanter For Giovanni Mazzei, winemaking and Sangiovese is in his blood. The eldest son of Filippo Mazzei, CEO of Marchesi Mazzei wines, his family has owned Castello Fonterutoli in the heart of Chianti Classico for 600 years. The first known reference to Chianti as a wine-producing region – dated 16 December 1398 – was …

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[ad_1] Piedmont has lost an acclaimed winegrower. Enrico Scavino, 82, the proprietor of the Paolo Scavino winery, died Feb. 25, after apparent complications from surgery. Scavino was one of the “Barolo Boys,” a group of vintners whose vision of Barolo produced with modern techniques shook up the region in the 1990s. Their contemporary interpretations of Piedmont’s iconic red grabbed global …

[ad_1] In Clive Coates MW’s seminal work ‘The Wines and Domaines of France’, Château Pédesclaux is referred to as an ‘under-achieving classed growth’. Stephen Brook, in ‘The Complete Bordeaux’ notes that this Pauillac fifth growth had a ‘dreary reputation’, with the wines of the 1980s and 1990s lacking interest. However, following the purchase of Pédesclaux by French-Swiss real-estate investor Jacky …

[ad_1] Côte de Beaune vineyards, near the village of Meursault. French police arrested the 56-year-old man on suspicion of stealing Burgundy wines earlier this month, after CCTV footage reportedly connected him to theft of bottles at his most recent workplace. A search on the suspect’s home uncovered many more wines that were believed to have been stolen, however.  It’s now …

[ad_1] The Palace of Domitian on the Palatine Hill. Rome’s viticultural roots run deep: two millennia ago, its vast empire was the largest producer and distributor of wine – transported and stored in amphorae and wooden barrels. While these often blended concoctions would be unrecognisable to modern palates, they were coveted throughout the ancient world. Enological evidence is everywhere: from …

[ad_1] An intruder spilled $2.7 million worth of wine in the cellars of Spain’s Cepa 21, opening the valves on three tanks full of wine from the 2023 vintage. It’s another disturbing example of winery vandalism. Meanwhile, in Washington state, police arrested a suspect accused of striking Sparkman Cellars. Who is believed to be behind the crime? $2.7 Million Down …

[ad_1] Château Le Pin. The most valuable lot included a double magnum of Le Pin 2011 and a double magnum of Le Pin 2015. Called ‘Wine and Dine Experiences’, each lot included limited-edition wines, plus lunch and a private tasting at the winery. Winemakers from across the world donated to the Sotheby’s auction, with all proceeds going to the Foundation …

[ad_1] Thierry Meyer at DWWA judging week. Alsace native Thierry Meyer has dedicated his wine career to this region he calls home. Writing and sharing tasting notes and insights into Alsace’s wines since 1999, Meyer is the founder of L’Oenothèque Alsace society and www.oenoalsace.com, a comprehensive website committed to this northeast region of France. A judge at Decanter World Wine Awards …

[ad_1] Plaimont cooperative producing wine under the Madiran, Saint Mont, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh, Jurançon AOCs, and the Côtes de Gascogne IGP When Plaimont was founded in 1979, bringing the Plaisance, Aignan and Saint Mont cooperatives together, it started a project that, almost 50 years on, is still remarkable for its scope, focus and ambition. Today, with more than 800 growers, …

[ad_1] Kim Chalmers is a managing director of her family vine grape and wine business in Victoria, Australia. Starting her career as a composer, Kim came back to her viticulture roots in 2005 working in the nursery, vineyards and winery to import, promote, propagate, sustainably grow and authentically make wines from grape varieties new to Australia. The Chalmers family has …

[ad_1] Karine Mérigot, of Cave Coopérative de Roaix Séguret (left), and Mathilde Suter (of Domaine de l’Amandine (right). When I saw the first upside-down village sign, I put it down to some bored, teenage prankster. But as I drove through one village after another on my way to Séguret, every village sign had been inverted. It transpired that this was …

[ad_1] Uruguay is a tiny wine region delivering big, pleasingly delicious flavors. This pretty much sums it up. Still… the details. Quoting Kate Morgan-Corcoran, “Uruguay’s wine industry consists primarily of small, family-run wineries, many now in their fourth generation.” 02.26.24 Last year, I began a journey with Uruguayan wines, “Welcome to a Study of Uruguay Wine […] The post Uruguay …

[ad_1] Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I post them to my magazine on Flipboard, but for those of you who aren’t Flipboard-inclined, here’s everything I’ve strained out of the wine-related muck for the week. Black Master Sommelier trying to diversify wine industryNice profile of Vincent. Checking In …

[ad_1] Spring frost is a major issue for anyone managing a vineyard in the UK, as it can contribute to significant yield loss. Climate change is leading to warmer springs and buds are bursting earlier, leaving them vulnerable to subsequent bouts of frost. Sensor manufacturer Terraprima, agri-tech business Agri-EPI Centre, Plumpton College, consultancy Vinescapes, vineyard monitoring company Vinewatch, forecaster WeatherQuest …

[ad_1] The court ordered the Cordier group to pay Lacombe €202,072.30 (£172,774.85) in damages for buying the wine at below cost price. The Ginestet négociant was also hit with a €152,704.10 (£130,564.30) fine after the Bordeaux commercial court ruled in Lacombe’s favour. ‘When David knows he is smaller than Goliath, he can make himself bigger,’ said Lacombe after emerging victorious. ‘David …

[ad_1] The Landmark Hotel in London has been hosting Decanter’s Fine Wine Encounters for many years, and the luxury venue once again opened its doors to guests on Saturday, where 60 of Italy’s finest wine estates waited to pour their wines. Grand Tasting The tasting offered guests the chance to enjoy wines from top names, poured and presented by the …

[ad_1] The past decade has seen Champagne take a commanding place in the fine wine market. Exclusive and luxurious while simultaneously attainable and – relatively – affordable, Champagne has been blessed with multiple attributes. Exceptional winemaking, critical acclaim and stylistic diversity have delighted collectors and propelled secondary market price appreciation. The last 12 months have dampened the celebratory mood somewhat, …