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Is older better? ‘Not if you’re human,’ according to Doug Frost MW MS. On the other hand, the multisuffixed expert suggested that vines benefit from some age to deliver the best wines and a better express terroir. Frost was leading a tasting titled ‘Is older better?’, one of multiple sessions held during this year’s edition of Barcelona Wine Week to …

Moldovan sommelier Denis Lungu choosing wine Growing up in a winemaking family in Moldova, Denis Lungu learnt firsthand about low-intervention, natural winemaking. He remembers fresh, fruity wines, made from local grape varieties such as Feteasc? Neagr? and Feteasc? Regal?. Now as senior sommelier in the Gleneagles team, he’s introducing Moldovan labels to the UK market, both through the wine list …

Argentina’s winemaking story is one of reinvention, passion and extraordinary diversity. While Malbec remains its global flagship, Argentina’s varied terroirs, high-elevation vineyards and innovative producers offer wines that push the boundaries of excellence. Cabernet Franc, once an understated variety, now commands the spotlight in Argentina’s higher regions. The expressive aromas and poised structure of Decanter World Wine Awards  (DWWA) 2024 …

Prestige Champagne has lost some market traction, but top brands are still considered to have room for growth over the longer term. Global Champagne shipments fell 9.2% in 2024, to 271.4m bottles. ‘Champagne is a barometer of consumer mood,’ said Maxime Toubart, co-president of the Comité Champagne trade body, citing conflict, plus economic and political uncertainty. Top prestige-cuvée Champagnes aren’t …

Supple, rich and generous, with raspberry and guava flavors that are laced with toasty notes of cinnamon, orange peel and tarragon. Finishes with refined tannins. Drink now through 2032. 1,061 cases made. Source : 15cf1597db96cb996ac21e29ab1526ce

Vineyards in Moldova. Situated between Romania and Ukraine, Moldova is one of Europe’s smallest countries. A hearty spirit is required for winemaking here, where freezing winds are a common occurrence. Yet it is these winds that provide the cooling influences needed for more gentle, slow ripening despite the fierce Moldovan sun. Soils are predominantly alluvial: composed of a mix of …

For wine lovers worldwide, planning a trip to Beaune is like a dream come true. Quaint cafés, sun-drenched terrasses, a bustling weekend market and wine-soaked meals all the day long – what more could you want? In terms of discovering the city itself, a weekend’s worth of time is plenty – however, despite its small size, knowing where to go …

Winery Direct Shipping MapOut-of-State Retailer Direct Shipping MapAlphabetical State-by-State Listing Much like finding a date, buying wine over the Internet is easier, safer and more popular than ever, but consumers who’ve gone through the process of purchasing wine online or over the phone from an out-of-state winery or retailer know that it always includes a tense moment of uncertainty, when …

The U.S. wine landscape has shifted: On Feb. 26, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves approved a bill permitting wineries to ship wines directly to consumers in the Magnolia State. The law takes effect July 1, 2025. Arkansas, Delaware, Rhode Island and Utah are now the only states not to permit direct-to-consumer (DTC) winery shipping or to limit it to just in-person, …

The post Ever Elusive Product Reviews (March, 2025)! appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. Somehow, I actually found time to give the once-over to a handful of wine-related samples that I cannot safely digest! Here are some thoughts on a small batch of product samples that have been sent to 1WD HQ recently. The Wines of California (The Classic Wine …

The New York-based company owns more than 100 brands, including Robert Mondavi, Kim Crawford, Ruffino, Meiomi, Simi Winery, and The Prisoner. It is one of the largest wine suppliers in the United States, but that part of the business has struggled in recent years. Wine sales fell by 14% year-on-year in the three months ended November 2024, according to the …

Georgie Hindle (right) with Marielle Cazaux, managing director of Château La Conseillante, Pomerol. Compiling the in-bottle report is a fascinating experience. Readers may find it overkill that we taste roughly 900 wines, prepared for early assessment in the April after harvest, and then taste the same wines again only 20 months later. It’s mostly dictated by Bordeaux’s en primeur system, …

The hilly landscape of Priorat. In a bright, modern office bathed in the morning light of Dénia’s charming old quarter, Nicholas Hammeken speaks enthusiastically about Spain’s wines and his journey in the wine world. A Dane who fell in love with Spain, he founded Hammeken Cellars in 1996 to make fine but accessible wines for consumers worldwide. Hammeken produces wines …

A fresh round of US tariffs under president Trump’s new administration could wipe close to €1bn (£830m, $1.1bn) off the value of Italian wine exports globally, the Unione Italiana Vine (UIV) estimated. Its warning came after president Trump said the US intended to impose additional import tariffs of 25% on European Union (EU) products, although it wasn’t clear whether wine …

A harmonious version, with a deep underpinning of smoke and warm spices buoying concentrated flavors of cassis and baked cherry fruit, tea rose, thyme and licorice. The sculpted tannins are finely integrated, providing a limber yet structured feel to the lingering, spiced finish. Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Graciano. Drink now through 2030. 50,000 cases made, 3,500 cases imported. Source : 35842fad640d14bf1f8cf79bc1975d89

I’m used to tasting at merchant or regional tastings, where a diverse range of grapes and styles are showcased. These tastings are expensive to stage, and it makes sense to curate the best line-up possible. In panel tastings, by contrast, any producer or retailer can enter a wine, as long as it meets the criteria. In the Vermentino tasting, many …

Helga Louise Schroeder MS is a judge at the 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA). Helga Louise Schroeder MSHelga Louise Schroeder MS Helga is Germany’s first female Master Sommelier, receiving this honour in 2019. She began her career completing an apprenticeship in a hotel and undertook studies in tourism economics. She is currently the head of purchasing at ALPINA WEIN …

Mystic Island Winery’s terraced vineyards in the Qiu Shan Valley Mystic Island Winery, located in China’s Qiu Shan Valley, is a pioneering force in environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles. This boutique winery not only produces exquisite wines but also demonstrates a profound respect for its local community and environment. A vision rooted in sustainability Owners Rita Cheung and Kuo …

Joris Gutierrez Garcia, from Montreal, Canada, winner of the ASI Best Sommelier of the Americas 2025 competition The Best Sommelier of the Americas 2025 was crowned on February 20 at a five-day event organised by the Association de la Sommellerie Internationale (ASI) in partnership with the Best USA Sommelier Association (BUSA). The event – held every third year – took …

Renée Zellweger at Peacock’s ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy’ New York screening at Jazz at Lincoln Center, 12 February 2025. Bridget Jones, the hapless heroine played by Renée Zellweger, is often found clutching a large goblet of Chardonnay throughout her exploits on the big screen. Her latest escapade, Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, broke box office records after …