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Since the Alloin family took over in 2014, Château Petit Val, driven by its estate manager David Liorit, has constantly sought to challenge itself. Across its 18 hectares spanning Saint-Émilion and Saint-Magne de Castillon, the estate’s ambition is crystal clear: to explore the full potential of its terroir while daring to innovate. Harvesting is carried out entirely by hand, and biodiversity is actively encouraged through the planting of cereals, hedgerows, fruit trees and beehives. The vineyard also stands out for introducing new grape varieties—Riesling, a first in Saint-Émilion,... Read more
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"I just want the word 'Isère' to be written on the map of French vineyards, and for people to say that we make wine!" says Wilfrid Debroize, a winemaker at the Domaine des Rutissons with Laurent...
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In mid-October, SommelierS International had the privilege of discovering the new cuvée from Moët & Chandon. Named Collection Impériale Création n°1, this special cuvée celebrates the 280th...
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As a former royal estate and a member of the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux, Château Bastor-Lamontagne has been owned by the Helfrich family since 2018, maintaining the reputation of this...
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If the stones of Bargemone could speak, we would be amazed by what they would have to tell us. A tale that dates back to the 13th century when the estate stood as a Templar commandery where...
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Meeting with Brigitte San-Quirce, owner of Château Romanin, and Théo Buravand, production and commercial director. Mrs. Brigitte San-Quirce, please introduce us to Château Romanin in a few words....
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The prestigious Champagne tasting by SommelierS International has become an autumnal gathering for sommeliers and wine professionals. Approaching Champagne Day, like a herald of the celebration,...