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Champagne has not lost its sparkle. Despite rumors of a “bubble burst” due to smaller shipments in 2023 and lower sales at the beginning of 2024, this appears more like a post-boom correction than a crisis. The growing interest sommeliers show in Champagne as a wine—enhancing unexpected pairings and bringing joy to any meal, not just special occasions—also attests to its enduring appeal. In this context, the annual SommelierS International tasting is an ideal opportunity to gather with fellow sommeliers, producers, and cellar masters, reflecting on the rhythm of the seasons: the holiday... Read more
Portraits of winegrowers
Property of the Van Doren family since three generations, Domaine de l’Anglade is the only wine estate located at the heart of Le Lavandou. Surrounded with pines and Provence reeds the 40 hectares...
Portraits of winegrowers
The wine vocation of Hannetot dates back the 18th century. The domain enters Xavier Beaumartin's family in the 30s. Hannetot then used to produce a simple wine for local customers. After an...
Portraits of winegrowers
Olivier Bernard, at the head of 60 hectares at Domaine de Chevalier, pursues since his arrival at the château in 1983 the quest for excellence started by his forebearers in the 19th century. With...
Portraits of winegrowers
By a sunny day in late September the 2017 harvest in Bordeaux is nearly finished. Nelson Chow, president of the Hong Kong and Greater China Sommelier Association, together with ten sommeliers from...
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Thursday, June 22nd, 2017. Vinexpo has just closed. It is the day that Chinese businessman James Yunjie Zhou has chosen to reopen the doors of Château Renon and invite his guests to discover one of...
Portraits of winegrowers
Jeeper, born daring Jeeper, a strange name in the Champagne universe, symbol of the French liberation. In a few years’ time it has become one of the most audacious Champagnes. It dares an original...