Born from the rolling hills of Panzano in Chianti, where vines bask in golden sunlight and roots sink deep into limestone-rich soils, Flaccianello della Pieve is more than just a wine—it is an ode to Sangiovese, a symphony of elegance, depth, and Tuscan soul. Crafted…
In the heart of Bolgheri, where the Tuscan sun kisses rolling vineyards, lies the legendary Tenuta San Guido—a winery that rewrote the rules of Italian winemaking. Best known for Sassicaia, the first “Super Tuscan,” Tenuta San Guido isn’t just a winery; it’s a legacy.…
From the sun-drenched slopes of Chianti Classico comes a wine of remarkable pedigree—Vigna del Sorbo 2019, a Gran Selezione that captures the soul of Fontodi and the storied terroir of Tuscany. Crafted exclusively from 100% Sangiovese, this wine is born from venerable 55-year-old vines, their roots delving deep…
The Château Nestled in the heart of Saint-Émilion, Château Lassègue is a jewel of Bordeaux, renowned for its rich history, extraordinary terroir, and devotion to crafting wines of timeless elegance. Since 2003, this estate has flourished under the visionary partnership of Jess Jackson and Pierre…
Terroir: A single French word, yet one that carries the weight of centuries, the whisper of landscapes, and the heartbeat of nature itself. It is the essence of a wine’s identity, the invisible hand that shapes every sip and every…
Ah, a red wine crafted from Folle Noire, the unsung hero of the Bellet appellation! Let me revise with this wonderful varietal in mind: Vino di Giò from Clos Saint Vincent dances into your glass like a mysterious stranger at a Côte…
Bodegas Muga is a classic, family-owned winery nestled in the heart of Spain’s famed Rioja region, specifically in the historic Barrio de la Estación in Haro. Founded in 1932 by Isaac Muga and Aurora Caño, the winery has been passionately…
Every year, the world’s top wine tasters gather for an event that pushes the boundaries of their expertise and sensory abilities. Organized by the prestigious French magazine La Revue du vin de France, the Global Blind Wine Tasting Championship has become the ultimate…
Ah, October—the magical month when the air is crisper, sweaters come out of hibernation, and leaves abandon their summer post in glorious hues of red and gold. Autumn is a season that begs for cozy indulgence, and frankly, what better…
The Rueda appellation, located in Spain’s Castilla y León region, is renowned for its production of fresh, aromatic white wines, primarily from the native Verdejo grape. Rueda is situated on a high plateau – vineyards are at 700–800 m, where the continental climate and…
Marsanne and Roussanne are two classic grape varieties primarily associated with the Rhône Valley in France, although they are also cultivated in other wine regions around the world. They are often blended together to create complex, full-bodied white wines with…
The 2020 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc “Les Garennes” from Domaine Les Alexandrins is a white Rhône blend of Marsanne and Roussanne, that sways between elegance and exuberance like a guest at a wedding who’s had just the right amount of champagne. Nicolas…