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Masottina winery in Conegliano-Valdobbiadene, Italy Perched in the picturesque hills of Conegliano-Valdobbiadene – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – lies Masottina, a family-run winery that now spans 220 hectares of vineyards. The winery takes its name from an old stone inscription, ‘Casa Masottina’, discovered at the Ai Palazzi estate, the first property that the founder, Epifanio Dal Bianco, purchased in …

With over 10,000 different grape varieties grown worldwide, Vranec/Vranac might be one you’ve not yet heard of, but this red grape variety is one that has started to gain international recognition beyond its native borders. Vranec finds its roots in the Balkan Peninsula, primarily in Montenegro where it accounts for more than half of all vineyard plantings, as well as parts …

Beyoncé unveils SirDavis Music icon Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has launched a whiskey. A partnership with Moët Hennessy, a subsidiary of spirits giant LVMH, SirDavis (Alc 44%) was created by Dr Bill Lumsden, known for Glenmorangie and Ardbeg single malts. His brief was to produce a spirit with a similar flavour profile to Japanese whisky, of which Beyoncé is a fan. Lumsden …

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Champagne Taittinger has added a significant new draw for visitors to Reims. While the small town of Épernay is popular for the Avenue de Champagne, housing some of Champagne’s most illustrious maisons, the city of Reims is the working heart of the Champagne region. Visitors from Paris, just 45 minutes away by train, are drawn to Reims’ top restaurants and …

Like I did in the fruit and veg aisle, it’s easy to feel hopeless in the face of climate change. But as conservationist Jake Fiennes says in his book Land Healer (BBC Books, June 2022): ‘We don’t need to throw up our hands in horror and resign ourselves to disaster.’ With a little effort and small changes, we can steer …

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A Los Angeles return: After a four-year hiatus, acclaimed restaurant Somni is reopening in West Hollywood, Calif. Somni (meaning “dream” in Catalan) was founded by chef Aitor Zabala and culinary leader and humanitarian José Andrés in 2018; despite being limited to just 10 guests each service, the restaurant rapidly grew in popularity. It also earned Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence …

Moscato d’Asti is a surprising match for culinary delights from the East Moscato d’Asti from Asti DOCG is a sweet wine with an effervescence, yet not quite a sparkling wine. The best examples of Moscato d’Asti offer an array of aromas including fresh grapes, fleshy citrus, roses and jasmine. And on the palate, their sweetness is balanced by an acid …

The Rieslingfreak team The idea of Rieslingfreak seems absurd – an Australian winery that produces only Riesling wines, and up to 19 styles each vintage that focus on various different sites, blends and winemaking techniques. However, the execution of this grand idea over the past 15 years by husband-and-wife winemaking team John and Belinda Hughes shows a spark of focused …

Vineyards in Jura, France. Paul Bonin headed to his vineyard in Gevingey to give the vines their first cut, but he was shocked to find that they had been stripped of their grapes. The 48-year-old winemaker initially suspected that birds had devoured the grapes while he slept, but he then realised that he had fallen victim to burglary. ‘Friends showed …

Harvest at Alexandre Bonnet, Les Riceys. As much of France reels from one of the toughest growing seasons of recent times, Champagne was still holding on to some quiet optimism as harvest continued through September. Quiet, that is, because yields are low and maturity unpredictable. Optimistic, though, because outside of the Aube in Champagne’s south, Reims and the Marne Valley …

When the final paddle was raised at the newly christened Sonoma County Wine Celebration and live auction last month, the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation (SCVF) had raised nearly $1.6 million for local charities. That’s up from last year’s $1.3 million total. The three-day event, which included a welcome reception and country-themed party, culminated with the live auction on Sept. 21, …

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Terraced vineyards alongside the Douro River. Portugal’s Douro Valley has long been celebrated for its fortified Port wines, but in recent years, a new contender has emerged – its still red wines. At the 2024 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA), Douro reds achieved an impressive 12 Gold medals, setting a new record for the region. This milestone marks a significant …

Inside the October 2024 issue of Decanter magazine: FEATURES Bordeaux: What’s wrong, and how to fix it Andrew Jefford examines the great region’s ‘image problem’, and posits some possible remedies Decanter Hall of Fame: Susana Balbo Amanda Barnes profiles this year’s winner of our major award, and her global influence Decanter Rising Star: Pascaline Lepeltier Christina Rasmussen on a prominent …

Newly launched Berry Bros & Rudd Auctions will hold its first sale this autumn, offering collectors around the world opportunities to buy rare wines and spirits, said the UK merchant. It marks an entry into the fine wine auction market for Berry Bros & Rudd (BBR), which was founded in London in 1698.  No start date or specific lots have …

The rich palette of Balkan grapes that producers can draw from is the foundation for the region’s most exciting wines. As winemakers in Albania, North Macedonia and Serbia strive to create wines that speak of their terroir and heritage, international grapes are increasingly giving way to historic local varieties – which consumers can begin exploring by trying these six standout …

Cantina Ottella winery, Lugana, Italy Questions of philosophy and art are key to understanding the wines of celebrated Lugana producer, Ottella. Ethics meet aesthetics from the moment the visitor wends their way up the driveway, under the watchful shadow of the Monte Baldo to the east and the refreshing breezes of Lake Garda to the north. Situated in Peschiera del …

Tinazzi winery and vineyards in the comune of Sant’Ambrogio di ValpolicellaDiscover the pearl of Verona In 2014, the Tinazzi winery acquired land in the comune of Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella, constructing a state-of-the-art winery and cellar for the boutique production of high-quality wines. Tinazzi planted vineyards to take advantage of the natural contours of the land and the woods on the …