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Torres selects grapes with de-alcoholisation specifically in mind. The first point to make is that there is a difference between ‘lower alcohol’ wines (say 9% abv) and non-alcoholic. The former can be created by using ‘normal’ winemaking techniques and playing with things like earlier picking times (so less sugar to turn into alcohol), and ‘lazy’ yeast strains to generate a …

A view towards Château Latour’s vineyard tower. Château Latour 2009 has been acclaimed as one of the best wines in a top Bordeaux vintage, and the first growth estate released fresh stocks from its cellars on Tuesday (17 September).  Around 12,000 bottles of Latour 2009 were part of the latest release and were priced at €910 per bottle ex-(Bordeaux) négociant, …

Massal-selection Malbec growing in Catena Zapata’s Adrianna Vineyard in Gualtallary Monasterio. ‘When it comes to Vitis vinifera genetic diversity, the New World could save the Old World.’ This dramatic statement was made in 2023 by Dr Etienne Neethling, a South Africa-born viticulture researcher now working in France. This view may be surprising, considering the country that’s home to the largest …

Today, it is no surprise that Wine Vision by Open Balkan, the leading wine event in southeastern Europe, is one of the continent’s largest wine fairs. However, few anticipated such rapid growth to occur as early as 2023, during what was only the second year of the event. Born from regional cooperation among the Open Balkan countries – Albania, North …

Washington’s wine industry can draw some star power, whether it’s actor and vintner Kyle MacLachlan or winemaking rock star Christophe Baron. Both pitched in to raise money for a great cause at last month’s 37th annual Auction of Washington Wines (AWW). The weekend pulled in $4.25 million for Seattle Children’s Hospital, Washington State University’s Viticulture and Enology program and industry grant …

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. French harvest 2024: Volumes to fall as Burgundy, Loire Valley ravaged by mildewA scourge. …

Wildfire smoke in northern California in 2018. Several factors can determine whether a vineyard is affected, however. Researchers recently reported promising results after testing a new way of removing volatile compounds responsible for causing unpleasant smoke taint aromas and taste in wine.  While some volatile compounds occur naturally in grapes and contribute to appealing aromas in the glass, those absorbed …

Raveneau is one of Chablis’ most recognisable names and the top wines sell for several times more than their nearest competitor. The global average retail price for Raveneau’s current vintage of Grand Cru Le Clos is nearly £1,700 per bottle; Valmur and Blanchot are £600-£700; the premiers crus average approximately £350, and even the village-level Chablis is often more than …

The term ‘small but mighty’ could have been coined to describe Tasmania, at least in terms of its winemaking prowess. With just over 26,000 square miles of land to its name and a mere 2,000 hectares of vineyard plantings, the state could so easily be overshadowed by the vast Australian mainland to its north. But take a close look at …

How To Break Into the U.S. Wine Market by Deborah M. Gray, revisits one of her passions with a timely third edition. This thoroughly dissected guide prompts the crucial question of Are You Actually Ready to Import? Your league will swiftly come into focus, during your thumbing through four pages of thoroughly researched content. She […] The post You Actually …

Credit: Peter Irman This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Salon of Decanter medal winners in Slovenia — an annual event that celebrates winemaking excellence in the region. On 3rd September, winemakers, consumers and trade gathered in the Brdo Congress Centre, just an hour outside Ljubljana for an exciting one day event. The event featured more than 150 Decanter …

The old vine block at Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars. Napa Valley Cabernet 2021: full vintage report and top-scoring wines The Stags Leap District is named after a legend among the indigenous Wappo people, about a stag escaping a hunting party by leaping to its death at a gap in the rock promontory that sticks out in the foothills of the …

Vineyards on the banks of the Sil River, Ribeira Sacra, Galicia On 1 September, the Xunta de Galicia (Galician regional government) authorised crisis distillation in D.O. Ribeira Sacra, following a request submitted by the local rural council in May. The authorisation marks the first time a Galician wine region will implement the measure, which is aimed at withdrawing wine from …

Credit: Penfolds Magill Estate Join us for an exclusive opportunity to explore the illustrious world of Penfolds at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter (DFWE) London, taking place on Saturday 16 November. Experience a selection of Penfolds most iconic and innovative wines. A journey through winemaking excellence. Founded in 1844, Penfolds has built a legendary reputation for creating exceptional wines with a …

Vineyard in Ribera del Duero. The motivation for this piece was, at the outset, to document the evolution of the exciting projects that, over the last 20 years, have been carving out an ‘alternative’ face of Ribera del Duero. It quickly became apparent that the real story concerned the efforts of the producers behind these projects to save the region …

Austin Peterson, winemaker at Ovid Napa Valley’s Ovid is a prized producer among premium California collectors. Established in 2000 by Mark Nelson and Dana Johnson, the iconic estate is now owned by the Duncan family, founders and owners of the leading American luxury wine brand Silver Oak. Decanter discusses the origins of Ovid’s vineyard and winery with winemaker Austin Peterson, …

Leo Erazo among young vines on his property at Cobquecura The path that leads to Leonardo Erazo’s winery is narrow and slippery. The mud is thick from rain that has not stopped for almost a week, and the pine forests on both sides barely let in the light. I should have listened to Erazo when he told me to rent …

A pair of old barrels are gradually becoming part of the stone architecture in Saint-Romain, the small village in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune region. Tucked up a side valley, Saint-Romain is known for its nervy whites and lean reds thanks to its cooler, shaded vineyards. However, it is perhaps best known for being the home of the famous Tonnellerie François …

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Trapiche’s high-altitude vineyard Finca Las Piedras, Uco Valley, Mendoza Founded in 1883, Trapiche – a winery within the portfolio of prominent Argentinian company Grupo Pen?aflor – is a key player on Argentina’s viticultural scene and a leader in developing and exporting the country’s wines. Industry pioneers Since the winery’s beginnings, Trapiche have been industry pioneers, from introducing Bordeaux varieties to …