After a stint in the cellars of the Côte d’Or, talking and tasting about the 2022 vintage, Sophie Thorpe reports on the year – one that seems to be a blessing, both for producers and wine drinkers “So, how was the 2022 growing season?” we’d ask each vigneron. Almost inevitably, we were answered with a…
There is such domestic demand for the wines of Domaine Donatsch that they are rarely seen outside Switzerland. Tucked in amongst the Alps, this property makes world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that gives Burgundy a run for its money. We spoke to winemaker and owner Martin Donatsch about the extraordinary site and life on the…
The 2022 vintage in Burgundy is a year of the modern era – one born of today’s shifting climate. As the first of his wines from the year are released, Sophie Thorpe spoke to Jean-Marie Fourrier about how he’s managing global warming in the cellar – and what he thinks of 2022 Go into any…
Venissa is an estate like no other, crafting wine from the indigenous Dorona grape grown on islands in the Venice Lagoon. Sophie Thorpe spoke to Matteo Bisol about his family’s mission to preserve this unique Venetian tradition “I met Anselme Selosse when I was 13 and that really entered in my heart. He’s really a…
Cashmere king Brunello Cucinelli has just unveiled his new wine venture – and latest project from the Umbrian hamlet he’s been restoring over the last 30 years, Solomeo. Here’s everything you need to know about the fashion icon’s Castello di Solomeo About the producer Castello di Solomeo is fashion designer Brunello Cucinelli’s new wine project.…
As Brunello Cucinelli launches his new wine project – Castello di Solomeo – exclusively available from FINE+RARE, we dig into the philosophy of the designer behind Italy’s cashmere empire. Educator and business guru Germana di Falco sits down with the fashion icon to discuss his philosophy on business and life itself There are interviews, and…
If you were to ask a wine expert what the best luxury Champagne is, chances are vintage Krug and Louis Roederer Cristal would rank high on that list. Both of these wines are elegant, age-worthy, and valuable, making them ideal investments for anyone interested in collecting the finest Champagne. But which of these wines is truly the best?
The 2021 fall Bordeaux harvest produced fresh and approachable wines but was not without its challenges. In fact, it’s one of the smallest harvests since 1977 and yields were about 25 to 30 percent lower than usual. However, low yields also mean that demand for 2021 Bordeaux will be higher and wines from the region’s top producers will be particularly sought-after. It will also be a good season for white Bordeaux.
Seasoned wine collectors are always looking for that next special bottle to round out their cellars. If you’ve been collecting wine for a while, you might be looking for something that’s a little rarer or has better provenance than most labels on the market. Where can you find that ultra-rare wine that perfectly matches your preferences and your investment needs? Moreover, how do you know which wines are the perfect fit for your collection?
Wine may be classified as good due to taste, value, or distinctiveness. A great wine will often score high marks across these categories. The best wines, of course, surpass expectations and are difficult to categorize because they create a category unique to themselves.
I used to be skeptical about online wine clubs, especially those offering deals that seemed too good to be true. Could you really get a mixed case wines including high-quality California Chardonnay for less than $13 per bottle? In order to test some of these popular wine subscriptions, I joined a few wine clubs myself. After signing up for three different subscription services, I learned that the quality of a wine club can vary dramatically depending on how rigorous the bottle selection process is.
Imagine being able to share great wines with your collector friends and make some extra cash to fund your collection at the same time. Direct selling wine is a hot new trend in the wine industry that embraces the home collector as wine sales rep. Think Avon parties, but for wine. WineShop at Home and other…