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Whether red, white, rosé, still, or sparkling, wine is an integral part of French heritage. Once again, SommelierS International sought to highlight this heritage through its Meet the Pro salon. Over 200 professional tasters (sommeliers, importers, restaurateurs, wine merchants, bloggers) paraded through the majestic halls of the Intercontinental Bordeaux Grand Hôtel, where around 40 producers of wines, spirits, and accessories showcased their innovations and expertise. This expertise was highly appreciated by the two masters of ceremonies, Raimonds Tomsons, ASI Best Sommelier of the... Read more
Breakaways in the vineyards
October’s wildfires along California’s North Coast caused the deaths of 40 people, the destruction of thousands of homes and businesses while leaving its world famous landscape and vineyards scarred...
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...