Redefining the Zürichsee
When discussing the qualitative renaissance of the Zürichsee wine region, one name invariably comes first: Erich Meier. Over the past two decades,
Situated in the village of Jenins, one of the four historic wine-growing villages of the Bündner Herrschaft, Myriam and Johannes Lampert represent
Whether you like it or not, in Swiss quality wine, all roads lead to Gantenbein. They were the first Swiss high quality
Domaine visit
A New Chapter Begins Though the domaine traces its roots back to 1858 and has made good wine in the past, the
Domaine visit
Domaine Vincent Dancer may not be one of the oldest names in Burgundy, but over the last two decades it has increasingly
Domaine visit
After Crurated organized a splendid dinner in Zurich with Jean-Nicolas Méo, they followed it up with an opportunity to visit the domain during
Domaine visit
Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg is one of the crown jewels of Vosne-Romanée, a domaine whose finesse-driven, seductive wines have earned it a cult-like status
Domaine visit
The last time I was in Jura the weather was capricious and the vignerons were working overtime in the field to apply
Introduction Tucked between Burgundy and Switzerland, the Jura wine region has risen from near-obscurity to become a cult favorite among sommeliers, collectors,
As readers of this site know, I worked as a stagiaire on Château Haut-Bailly in 2006 during a sabbatical. Invited by a
Château L’Évangile After St.Emilion we made our way to Pomerol to visit Château L’Évangile which sits in the middle of the Plateau
Château Angélus I was lucky to visit Château Angélus twice in the past two years. Once with the Commanderie de Bordeaux Singapore
Chateau Ausone I was able to visit Chateau Ausone and participate in a tailored tasting of its portfolio of wines organized by
Domaine Cornu and the vintage 2023 Domaine Cornu, located in the sleepy town of Magny-lès-Villers, might be one of the best-kept secrets
Domaine Matrot is one of Meursault’s longstanding family-run domaines, with a history that stretches back to 1835. They have been farming vineyards
Puligny-Montrachet is considered the most prestigious white wine village in Burgundy and commands higher prices and greater prestige than neighboring Meursault and
I was very excited when I saw an invite in the Bollinger 1829 community program to taste some of the 2024 vins
CHAMPAGNE, the outlier in market dynamics Champagne is economically one of most successful wine regions. LVMH, Pernod Ricard, Laurent Perrier, Artemis are
Riesling – a favorite grape variety of sommeliers and wine experts In terms of popularity and commercial success, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
Domaine visit
I had the chance to meet Alexandre Chartogne twice in the last two months. In November when “Curated” hosted a Masterclass in
Domaine visit
Champagne Huré Frères is a dynamic grower based in the village of Ludes in the Montagne de Reims, the same village where
Domaine visit
Champagne David Léclapart is a highly regarded grower-producer located in Trépail, a Premier Cru in the Montagne de Reims. Noteworthy fact, Trépail
A glass of Britannia
There are “Geek Wines” and there are “New Frontier Wines“. The difference is that geek wines, for example Assyrtiko from Greece or
While picking up our allocation at Bartolo Mascarello, we had a very interesting tasting with Emanuele (and partially with Maria Teresa). As
Domaine visit
Last time I visited Robert Groffier was in 2017. I remember it vividly, luck had it that Jeremie Cukierman, then a freshly
Domaine visit
Domaine Bonneau du Martray is one of the most iconic names in Corton Charlemagne. The 11 ha estate has been famous for
Domaine visit
Domaine des Lambrays, is another historic and famous Burgundy estate partially due to the fact that it is is a near Monopole
Domaine visit
Among collectors Domaine Jean-Marie Fourrier is one of the most respected estates in Gevrey-Chambertin and all of Burgundy, a name that gets
Domaine visit
I visited Domaine Lafarge three times over the past two years as they did the elevage of a Hospice de Beaune auction
Domaine visit
I was really looking forward to this visit because I am very familiar with the Paul Pernot wines. Their Puligny-Montrachet Clos de
Every now and then you visit a producer that stops you in your tracks. The visit to Pierre-Vincent Girardin (PVG), based in
The winery and the vineyards: For many years I have been visiting the Azienda Agricola Elio Grasso in Monforte d’Alba, located on
The location and the Tenuta Tenuta Argentiera is located in a privileged position at the southernmost tip of the Castagneto Carducci area
Winery visit: This was another fascinating visit with the charismatic Lorenzo Scavino at Azelia. After the epic 2019s which are some of
An emerging stamp of quality for Italian sparkling wine
In a market in which sparkling wines – particularly Champagnes – are getting more and more expensive and even heavily allocated, consumers
Cult Wineries – A Perspective In many wine regions, there is always that one producer who seems to operate on an entirely
I have long admired Produttori del Barbaresco and began systematically tasting their wines with the 1996 vintage. Over the years, there have
Chapoutier is one of the most prestigious and influential estates in the Northern Rhône, with a legacy dating back to 1808. The
Hermitage La Chapelle, named after the small stone chapel on the famous Hill of Hermitage Tain, the Northern Rhône, is one of
I sometimes find myself struggling with the ripeness and the lack of acidity in some of the wines of the Tuscan coast.
A heterogeneous 52 ha terroir with 16 “climats” and over 80 producers We took an in-depth look at the Clos Vougeot appellation
The Union de Maisons de Vins de Grand Bourgogne invited about 80 journalists, wine writers and guests to a tasting event followed
Produttori del Barbaresco – ein Name, der jedem Liebhaber von traditionellem Nebbiolo Emotionen entlockt. Für mich war die wohl berühmteste Winzergenossenschaft der
Winemaker dinner
Matter of Taste is the signature event of Robert Parker. It used to be at the Dolder with a big crowd. This
FICOFI, founded by frenchman Philippe Capdouze, is a prestigious private wine club that grants its global members exclusive access to some of
Current Maître Claudio Solgado organized this bi-annual trip dipping into his deep Rolodex of contacts. Passee Maître Stephane Benoist was also present.
Smule Elbaz, founder of Limited Cellars organizes the Paulée de Genève usually in May at the location of Chez Bacchus, Bar à
A press review of the 2022 vintage suggests we are indeed looking at an exceptional year. Despite the extreme heat and dryness
Blanc de Noir cult grower
Egly-Ouriet is one of the original names who started the grower Champagne movement and today together with Selosse among the most sought
Best kept Pinot secret
So, you like the Champagne in the style of the houses, but you discovered two issues. One, the base Cuvée of the
The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is the Burgundy wine brotherhood founded in 1934 to promote the region’s wines, gastronomy, and culture.
FICOFI, founded by frenchman Philippe Capdouze, is a prestigious private wine club that grants its global members exclusive access to some of
La Paulée de Meursault
La Paulée de Meursault is a tranditional celebration in Burgundy that marks the highlight of the wine year. It is the grand
The Hospices de Beaune auction, founded in 1859, is one of Burgundy’s most celebrated wine events and the commercial part of the
Gala Dinner Clos de Vougeot
The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is the Burgundy wine brotherhood founded in 1934 to promote the region’s wines, gastronomy, and culture.
Founded in 1829 in the village of Aÿ in the Montagne de Reims, Champagne Bollinger is one of the most iconic and
Burnello di Montalcino producer Il Marroneto got onto my radar screen when their special Cuvée Madonna delle Grazie got 100 points from
Clos des Goisses
Philipponnat Clos has a very special place in my collection. Back in 2015, I was doing a vineyard tour with Tim Wildman,
Grower star in Ludes
Bérêche & Fils, a Champagne grower located in the Montagne de Reims, has become one of the most exciting rising stars in
During a dinner of the Commanderie de Bordeaux Singapore, a generous member donated Magnums of 2004 Diebolt-Vallois Fleur de Passion, Blanc de
Larmandier-Bernier is based in Vertus on the Côte des Blancs, is a pioneering grower Champagne known for its deep commitment to terroir
I met Peter Gago, wine maker of Penfolds Grange, a few times when he was in Singapore. The first encounter was during
I am always on the look out for non-Burgundy Pinot Noir that can excite me. Until now very few names convinced me,
Pearl of Burgundy, PoB, Hong Kong organized this wonderful tasting with Etienne Grivot present and ex Domaine Magnums and bottles just before
We met with some serious collectors of the Confrerie de Chevalier de Tastevin over two dinners to cherish bottles from our cellars
Azelia is a family-run winery in the pretty town of Castiglione Falletto. The family has a long history in producing wine spanning
During the 2017 en Primeur week, Hong Kong based wine merchant, Pearl of Burgundy PoB, organized a series of dinners and Lunches
Magnum dinner
During the 2017 en Primeur week, Hong Kong based wine merchant, Pearl of Burgundy PoB, organized a series of dinners with wine
During the 2017 en Primeur week, Hong Kong based wine merchant, Pearl of Burgundy (PoB) organized this dinner with 3 generations of
The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is the Burgundy wine brotherhood founded in 1934 to promote the region’s wines, gastronomy, and culture.
Now here is an interesting story. Les Carmes Haut Brion is a Chateau in Pessac-Leognan that was not so well known. Good
This dinner was staged by a collector friend over a Chinese New Year dinner in Singapore with lots of experienced Burg lovers
The owners of Pearl of Burgundy (PoB) staged this amazing dinner together with Pierre Duroché. Not only did we taste a large
For his birthday, a former Maitre of the Commanderie de Bordeaux and a few more friends and members staged this wine dinner
Domaine Dujac has become one of the high end / pricey Burgundy wines in a tier with names like Meo, Cathiard, Rouget,
One of my merchants organized a visit to Domaine Faiveley when I was in Burgundy last summer. Impressive facilities (newly built). Also
I was able to attend a 3-day private event in Napa, co-organized by a company together with the Wine Advocate. There were
I was able to attend a 3-day private event in Napa, co-organized by a company together with the Wine Advocate. There were
with Robert Parker
I was able to attend a 3-day private event in Napa, co-organized by a company together with the Wine Advocate. There were
In fall 2006 when I was a stagiere at Chateau Haut Bailly, Jean Guillaume Parts, then General Manager of Chateau Cos d’Estournel
A 2-day private tasting & tutorial session with Australian wine expert Tim Wildman, MW. The first day we did a “State of
My Bordeaux island wines from each side of the Gironde are Chateau Latour and Chateau Trotanoy. The later is managed by the
Visit and dinner at the Chateau organized by the French wine journalist Jean-Marc Quarin (www.quarin.com) for a group of collectors from the
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, often simply called Pichon Lalande, is one of the most celebrated Second Growths of Bordeaux, classified
I met Veronique Sanders, President of Chateau Haut Bailly during a Tasting with Atherton wine Taipei in early 2006 together with her
Redefining the Zürichsee
When discussing the qualitative renaissance of the Zürichsee wine region, one name invariably comes first: Erich Meier. Over the past two decades,
Situated in the village of Jenins, one of the four historic wine-growing villages of the Bündner Herrschaft, Myriam and Johannes Lampert represent
Whether you like it or not, in Swiss quality wine, all roads lead to Gantenbein. They were the first Swiss high quality
Domaine visit
A New Chapter Begins Though the domaine traces its roots back to 1858 and has made good wine in the past, the
Domaine visit
Domaine Vincent Dancer may not be one of the oldest names in Burgundy, but over the last two decades it has increasingly
Domaine visit
After Crurated organized a splendid dinner in Zurich with Jean-Nicolas Méo, they followed it up with an opportunity to visit the domain during
Domaine visit
Domaine Mugneret-Gibourg is one of the crown jewels of Vosne-Romanée, a domaine whose finesse-driven, seductive wines have earned it a cult-like status
Domaine visit
The last time I was in Jura the weather was capricious and the vignerons were working overtime in the field to apply
Introduction Tucked between Burgundy and Switzerland, the Jura wine region has risen from near-obscurity to become a cult favorite among sommeliers, collectors,
As readers of this site know, I worked as a stagiaire on Château Haut-Bailly in 2006 during a sabbatical. Invited by a
Château L’Évangile After St.Emilion we made our way to Pomerol to visit Château L’Évangile which sits in the middle of the Plateau
Château Angélus I was lucky to visit Château Angélus twice in the past two years. Once with the Commanderie de Bordeaux Singapore
Chateau Ausone I was able to visit Chateau Ausone and participate in a tailored tasting of its portfolio of wines organized by
Domaine Cornu and the vintage 2023 Domaine Cornu, located in the sleepy town of Magny-lès-Villers, might be one of the best-kept secrets
Domaine Matrot is one of Meursault’s longstanding family-run domaines, with a history that stretches back to 1835. They have been farming vineyards
Puligny-Montrachet is considered the most prestigious white wine village in Burgundy and commands higher prices and greater prestige than neighboring Meursault and
I was very excited when I saw an invite in the Bollinger 1829 community program to taste some of the 2024 vins
CHAMPAGNE, the outlier in market dynamics Champagne is economically one of most successful wine regions. LVMH, Pernod Ricard, Laurent Perrier, Artemis are
Riesling – a favorite grape variety of sommeliers and wine experts In terms of popularity and commercial success, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
Domaine visit
I had the chance to meet Alexandre Chartogne twice in the last two months. In November when “Curated” hosted a Masterclass in
Domaine visit
Champagne Huré Frères is a dynamic grower based in the village of Ludes in the Montagne de Reims, the same village where
Domaine visit
Champagne David Léclapart is a highly regarded grower-producer located in Trépail, a Premier Cru in the Montagne de Reims. Noteworthy fact, Trépail
A glass of Britannia
There are “Geek Wines” and there are “New Frontier Wines“. The difference is that geek wines, for example Assyrtiko from Greece or
While picking up our allocation at Bartolo Mascarello, we had a very interesting tasting with Emanuele (and partially with Maria Teresa). As
Domaine visit
Last time I visited Robert Groffier was in 2017. I remember it vividly, luck had it that Jeremie Cukierman, then a freshly
Domaine visit
Domaine Bonneau du Martray is one of the most iconic names in Corton Charlemagne. The 11 ha estate has been famous for
Domaine visit
Domaine des Lambrays, is another historic and famous Burgundy estate partially due to the fact that it is is a near Monopole
Domaine visit
Among collectors Domaine Jean-Marie Fourrier is one of the most respected estates in Gevrey-Chambertin and all of Burgundy, a name that gets
Domaine visit
I visited Domaine Lafarge three times over the past two years as they did the elevage of a Hospice de Beaune auction
Domaine visit
I was really looking forward to this visit because I am very familiar with the Paul Pernot wines. Their Puligny-Montrachet Clos de
Every now and then you visit a producer that stops you in your tracks. The visit to Pierre-Vincent Girardin (PVG), based in
The winery and the vineyards: For many years I have been visiting the Azienda Agricola Elio Grasso in Monforte d’Alba, located on
The location and the Tenuta Tenuta Argentiera is located in a privileged position at the southernmost tip of the Castagneto Carducci area
Winery visit: This was another fascinating visit with the charismatic Lorenzo Scavino at Azelia. After the epic 2019s which are some of
An emerging stamp of quality for Italian sparkling wine
In a market in which sparkling wines – particularly Champagnes – are getting more and more expensive and even heavily allocated, consumers
Cult Wineries – A Perspective In many wine regions, there is always that one producer who seems to operate on an entirely
I have long admired Produttori del Barbaresco and began systematically tasting their wines with the 1996 vintage. Over the years, there have
Chapoutier is one of the most prestigious and influential estates in the Northern Rhône, with a legacy dating back to 1808. The
Hermitage La Chapelle, named after the small stone chapel on the famous Hill of Hermitage Tain, the Northern Rhône, is one of
I sometimes find myself struggling with the ripeness and the lack of acidity in some of the wines of the Tuscan coast.
A heterogeneous 52 ha terroir with 16 “climats” and over 80 producers We took an in-depth look at the Clos Vougeot appellation
The Union de Maisons de Vins de Grand Bourgogne invited about 80 journalists, wine writers and guests to a tasting event followed
Produttori del Barbaresco – ein Name, der jedem Liebhaber von traditionellem Nebbiolo Emotionen entlockt. Für mich war die wohl berühmteste Winzergenossenschaft der
Winemaker dinner
Matter of Taste is the signature event of Robert Parker. It used to be at the Dolder with a big crowd. This
FICOFI, founded by frenchman Philippe Capdouze, is a prestigious private wine club that grants its global members exclusive access to some of
Current Maître Claudio Solgado organized this bi-annual trip dipping into his deep Rolodex of contacts. Passee Maître Stephane Benoist was also present.
Smule Elbaz, founder of Limited Cellars organizes the Paulée de Genève usually in May at the location of Chez Bacchus, Bar à
A press review of the 2022 vintage suggests we are indeed looking at an exceptional year. Despite the extreme heat and dryness
Blanc de Noir cult grower
Egly-Ouriet is one of the original names who started the grower Champagne movement and today together with Selosse among the most sought
Best kept Pinot secret
So, you like the Champagne in the style of the houses, but you discovered two issues. One, the base Cuvée of the
The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is the Burgundy wine brotherhood founded in 1934 to promote the region’s wines, gastronomy, and culture.
FICOFI, founded by frenchman Philippe Capdouze, is a prestigious private wine club that grants its global members exclusive access to some of
La Paulée de Meursault
La Paulée de Meursault is a tranditional celebration in Burgundy that marks the highlight of the wine year. It is the grand
The Hospices de Beaune auction, founded in 1859, is one of Burgundy’s most celebrated wine events and the commercial part of the
Gala Dinner Clos de Vougeot
The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is the Burgundy wine brotherhood founded in 1934 to promote the region’s wines, gastronomy, and culture.
Founded in 1829 in the village of Aÿ in the Montagne de Reims, Champagne Bollinger is one of the most iconic and
Burnello di Montalcino producer Il Marroneto got onto my radar screen when their special Cuvée Madonna delle Grazie got 100 points from
Clos des Goisses
Philipponnat Clos has a very special place in my collection. Back in 2015, I was doing a vineyard tour with Tim Wildman,
Grower star in Ludes
Bérêche & Fils, a Champagne grower located in the Montagne de Reims, has become one of the most exciting rising stars in
During a dinner of the Commanderie de Bordeaux Singapore, a generous member donated Magnums of 2004 Diebolt-Vallois Fleur de Passion, Blanc de
Larmandier-Bernier is based in Vertus on the Côte des Blancs, is a pioneering grower Champagne known for its deep commitment to terroir
I met Peter Gago, wine maker of Penfolds Grange, a few times when he was in Singapore. The first encounter was during
I am always on the look out for non-Burgundy Pinot Noir that can excite me. Until now very few names convinced me,
Pearl of Burgundy, PoB, Hong Kong organized this wonderful tasting with Etienne Grivot present and ex Domaine Magnums and bottles just before
We met with some serious collectors of the Confrerie de Chevalier de Tastevin over two dinners to cherish bottles from our cellars
Azelia is a family-run winery in the pretty town of Castiglione Falletto. The family has a long history in producing wine spanning
During the 2017 en Primeur week, Hong Kong based wine merchant, Pearl of Burgundy PoB, organized a series of dinners and Lunches
Magnum dinner
During the 2017 en Primeur week, Hong Kong based wine merchant, Pearl of Burgundy PoB, organized a series of dinners with wine
During the 2017 en Primeur week, Hong Kong based wine merchant, Pearl of Burgundy (PoB) organized this dinner with 3 generations of
The Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is the Burgundy wine brotherhood founded in 1934 to promote the region’s wines, gastronomy, and culture.
Now here is an interesting story. Les Carmes Haut Brion is a Chateau in Pessac-Leognan that was not so well known. Good
This dinner was staged by a collector friend over a Chinese New Year dinner in Singapore with lots of experienced Burg lovers
The owners of Pearl of Burgundy (PoB) staged this amazing dinner together with Pierre Duroché. Not only did we taste a large
For his birthday, a former Maitre of the Commanderie de Bordeaux and a few more friends and members staged this wine dinner
Domaine Dujac has become one of the high end / pricey Burgundy wines in a tier with names like Meo, Cathiard, Rouget,
One of my merchants organized a visit to Domaine Faiveley when I was in Burgundy last summer. Impressive facilities (newly built). Also
I was able to attend a 3-day private event in Napa, co-organized by a company together with the Wine Advocate. There were
I was able to attend a 3-day private event in Napa, co-organized by a company together with the Wine Advocate. There were
with Robert Parker
I was able to attend a 3-day private event in Napa, co-organized by a company together with the Wine Advocate. There were
In fall 2006 when I was a stagiere at Chateau Haut Bailly, Jean Guillaume Parts, then General Manager of Chateau Cos d’Estournel
A 2-day private tasting & tutorial session with Australian wine expert Tim Wildman, MW. The first day we did a “State of
My Bordeaux island wines from each side of the Gironde are Chateau Latour and Chateau Trotanoy. The later is managed by the
Visit and dinner at the Chateau organized by the French wine journalist Jean-Marc Quarin (www.quarin.com) for a group of collectors from the
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, often simply called Pichon Lalande, is one of the most celebrated Second Growths of Bordeaux, classified
I met Veronique Sanders, President of Chateau Haut Bailly during a Tasting with Atherton wine Taipei in early 2006 together with her
