The Domaine Chantal Lescure, located in the heart of Burgundy, embodies the very essence of French winemaking elegance and tradition. Nestled in the picturesque village of Volnay, this iconic winery has a rich and fascinating history that spans several generations. Formerly led by the renowned oenologist François Chaveriat, the Domaine Chantal Lescure gained international acclaim …
LA RIOJA ALTA 904 2015 The wine This wine is mainly made from the Tempranillo grape variety, complemented by other local varieties. The 904 is matured for an extended period in oak barrels, giving it structure and subtle aromas. It is then matured in bottle before being released on the market, allowing it to develop …
Dom Perignon Cuvée Dom Pérignon was named after the monk Dom Pérignon, who died in 1715 and contributed to the development of modern champagne wine. The first cuvée, made with a 1921 wine, was marketed from 1935 onwards, based on an idea by Laurence Venn For champagnes in general, 1921 was the best year ever, …
The Beaujolais vineyards roll out their countless hills over 55 kilometers from south to north, backed by the foothills of the Massif Central to the west and the Saône plain to the east. It lies at the gateway to Lyon, less than 30 minutes away by car. Beaujolais covers a vast area, from the …
Located in the province of Tarragona, Catalonia, the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) Priorat is known for its full-bodied and complex red wines produced from native grape varieties such as Grenache (Garnacha in Spanish) and Carignan (Cariñena in Spanish ). The region’s dry and hot climate, combined with nutrient-poor soils, allows the grapes to develop …
This determined little woman of more than 95 years was undoubtedly a great lady of wine with an amazing, almost surreal career. This emblematic figure of Jurançon, retired in the last years of her life from the Souch estate, had begun her career as a viticulturist at the age of 60. With a frank smile …
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After practicing in California, Australia, France and Germany, Suzaan and Chris Alheit established their winery from scratch in 2010, in Hemelrand in the Walker Bay region of South Africa. From the beginning, the Alheits were convinced that the greatest potential of Cape Town viticulture lies in its white wines. Thus the Alheit estate focuses on …
FRANCK BONVILLE High Environmental Value, working with nature, The requirement, as well as time are part of the values and the philosophy of the house. OPERATION Their family business specializes in Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru d’Avize, a prestigious terroir of the Côte des Blancs, for four generations of winegrowers. THE CHAMPAGNE Champagne is made …
162nd edition of the Hospices de Beaune auction this November 2022 This year 2022, Benoît Magimel and Flavie Flamment are leading the charity auction. This iconic piece is a bit special for the 162nd edition of the wine auction. First of all, it is a blend of 3 Corton Grands Crus. The 228 liters are …
The only wine from the Southwest with 3 stars in the prestigious Revue du Vin de France Camin Larredya is a family estate located in the Jurançon appellation, south of Pau. The Grussautes have a small but remarkable vineyard. The 9.5 hectares, planted by Jean-Marc’s father in 1970, are terraced and set on steep, …
