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Your Guide to the Best Ridge Wine

California, Collecting, Producers, Producers and WineriesBy Vinfolio Staff August 17, 2018

When I travel, I love to check out wine shops in different countries and always notice that the California selection at any shop outside of the U.S. is minuscule–usually only a handful of wines. But I’ve noticed that in Australia and Europe, if a shop is going to carry a California Cabernet, it’s always from Ridge Vineyards. The estate’s flagship Monte Bello label is highly sought-after among collectors, so much so that every year hundreds of wine enthusiasts from around the world journey to the Santa Cruz Mountains just to taste Ridge’s iconic Cabernet.

Storing Bordeaux wine can be complicated

Tips on Storing Bordeaux Wine: How Long Should You Keep Your Bottles?

Bordeaux, Investing, Storing WineBy Vinfolio Staff August 16, 2018

When I bought my first Bordeaux wine, I learned the hard way that storing Bordeaux requires careful planning. For instance, I didn’t realize that wines like 1999 Palmer and 1990 Château d’Yquem mature at different rates. I soon found out that each wine has its own timetable; the Palmer is already drinking well now and I may have to uncork it soon, whereas the Yquem could stay in my cellar for another 30 years.

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How to Sell Penfolds Grange Wine

Producers, Producers and Wineries, Selling WineBy Vinfolio Staff August 9, 2018

As an avid fan of Shiraz, I’ve amassed a number of bottles of Penfolds Grange Hermitage over the years. However, I recently noticed that my collection was becoming unorganized; I had more than a dozen Penfolds bottles sitting in storage, and some of these were fast approaching their peak. I knew that if I didn’t…

2017 Bordeaux wine futures are worth careful investment

The 2017 Bordeaux Wine Futures Report: An Approachable Vintage

Bordeaux, Buying Wine, En Primeur, Investing, Wine MarketsBy Vinfolio Staff July 11, 2018

With ripe, perfumed aromas and lively acidity, the 2017 Bordeaux vintage is shaping up to be a very approachable release for collectors. It’s true that these wines aren’t quite as exciting and sumptuous as the recent 2015 and 2016 vintages, but 2017 Bordeaux is still worth consideration. This vintage is perfect for early to mid-term drinking, with a great expression of terroir. However, before you invest in 2017 Bordeaux wine futures, keep in mind that quality varies in this vintage and many producers had to overcome poor weather conditions. You’ll need to choose your bottles carefully, but if you do, you can expect to find supremely drinkable, fresh-tasting wines that you can enjoy while your more legendary bottles mature.

How Soil Affects Wine: From Minerality to Acidity

Alsace, Education, WinemakingBy Vinfolio Staff April 5, 2018

A wine’s mineral flavors come from more than just rocky terrain and ancient seashells; in order to understand why a wine tastes like wet stones or chalk, you need to know how soil affects wine–and how it doesn’t affect it.

Your Guide to the Best Italian Wine Regions

Italy, Wine RegionsBy Vinfolio Staff April 3, 2018

Italian wine is notoriously difficult to navigate in part because the differences between the regions are so pronounced. This guide will dig into the eight most important wine regions in Italy to help you make wise investment decisions about this complicated country’s wine.

To sell port wine, know the vintage and producer

How to Sell Port Wine: Choosing the Most Profitable Method

Portugal, Selling Wine, Wine RegionsBy Vinfolio Staff March 29, 2018

The biggest issue with selling port wine is that only some rare vintages are actually worth flipping for a profit. Additionally, port takes decades to mature and gain in value, and collectors who don’t have time to wait may not be able to make a profit. This is why it’s important to know when, whether, and how to sell port wine.

A selection of wines from some of the Best Italian Wine Producers

The Best Italian Wine Producers to Add to Your Collection

Italy, Producers, Producers and WineriesBy Vinfolio Staff March 28, 2018

It’s common for even the most experienced collectors to struggle when learning about Italian wine. However, one technique for overcoming this struggle is to sample a range of wines from some of the best Italian wine producers. We’ve put together a comprehensive list of some of the best Italian wine producers to help you get started on your journey. The producers in this guide represent some of the finest in terms of wine quality, value, and overall reputation.

Should You Invest in Canon Wine? Here’s How to Make the Most of Your Purchase

Bordeaux, Collecting, Producers and WineriesBy Vinfolio Staff March 22, 2018

With rich, dark berry flavors, spicy aromatics, and a lavish (yet still well-structured) personality, Canon vintages are among the most interesting Classe B Saint-Émilion wines. And if you haven’t already sampled this estate’s incredible wines, then now is an excellent time to start. The producer is gaining in popularity on the secondary market and is showing great promise for investors as well as for avid drinkers. There has never been a better time to be a passionate Canon fan.

Why join a wine club? We have some reasons.

Why Join a Wine Club? The Pros and Cons of Wine Subscription Services

UncategorizedBy Vinfolio Staff March 16, 2018

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.

Ornellaia Masseto wine is gaining in value.

Hidden Gem of the Month: Ornellaia Masseto Wine Is Trending on the Market

Investing, Italy, Producers, Producers and WineriesBy Vinfolio Staff March 8, 2018

Ornellaia e Masseto has long been one of Italy’s finest wine producers, but today this winery is becoming even more valuable for collectors. According to the Liv-ex Power 100 report (the organization’s annual list of the top performing wines on the market), the producer Ornellaia e Masseto is among the top 20 best-performing wine labels in the world. By comparison, in 2016, the producer took 51st place on the Liv-ex Power 100 list. Over the past year alone, Ornellaia e Masseto has moved up an impressive 31 places on the list.

Brexit has affected wines like these Burgundies.

Brexit and Wine: How Political Change in the European Union Impacts the Wine Industry

Investing, Wine Markets, Wine PricesBy Vinfolio Staff March 1, 2018

Experts at Liv-ex have noticed a clear link between Brexit and wine prices. Since the Brexit vote passed on June 23, 2016, we’ve seen more expensive wines and higher profits for collectors on the fine wine market. This means Brexit could have an impact on your fine wine collection over the next few years.