With the 2022 crop picked and in the winery, we visited a handful of Bordeaux’s leading estates to dig into the year. Sophie Thorpe reports on the vintage and its extraordinary potential. The 2022 vintage may only just have made it into the winery, but it’s already one for the record books. “Unique”, “historic”, “completely…
Love them or loathe them, truffles are undoubtedly some of the most majestic ingredients on the planet. But, with a changing climate and an aging cohort of specialist truffle hunters, the future of this rare delicacy is uncertain. Sophie Thorpe explores Truffles: small, gnarly things. Equally ugly and alluring. Pungently intoxicating. Deliciously rare – and…
As two of the biggest names in the Napa Valley wine industry, Opus One and Caymus make highly sought-after “cult” Cabernet Sauvignon blends of outstanding quality.
As two of the biggest names in the Napa Valley wine industry, Opus One and Caymus make highly sought-after “cult” Cabernet Sauvignon blends of outstanding quality.
If you’re looking for the best Opus One vintages to invest in, this guide will teach you all you need to know.
It’s hard to know what assets to buy during a recession, but fine wine may be a good option for you. Here’s what you need to know about investing in wine.
If you’ve been collecting fine wine for any period of time, you know that choosing the perfect wines to add to your portfolio isn’t the hard part of collecting—it’s figuring out the right time to open (or sell) those wines.
If you’ve been collecting fine wine for any period of time, you know that choosing the perfect wines to add to your portfolio isn’t the hard part of collecting—it’s figuring out the right time to open (or sell) those wines.
Collectors often ask, “Where can I sell my wine online so I get the highest return with the least hassle?” Perhaps you’re looking for a way to offload a few bottles you no longer need. Or, you’re a beginner collector wondering whether you can make extra money selling wine.
There are few moments as special in a wine collector’s life as finally holding that prized, rare vintage you’ve been seeking for years. The thrill is as much in the hunt as the victory. There’s an almost taboo pleasure in taking that first sip of a precious bottle, knowing you’re one of a select few who will ever get to experience it.
Ask any wine enthusiast to list some of the top wines in the world, and chances are they’ll name at least one Bordeaux label. This region of France is known for producing wines of the highest quality—and often with a price tag to match. The most expensive Bordeaux wines can cost thousands of dollars per bottle.
Being able to sell your wine online is one of the greatest perks of being a modern wine collector. It’s made it possible for first-time investors to make a healthy profit, even if they have no prior experience selling wine. Meanwhile, experienced collectors and those who have a taste for luxury goods also benefit from selling their unwanted wine bottles online, so they can make room for more of the finest new vintages.
