Food-&-Beverage
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ROBERT MARK KAMEN
His early move into Hollywood screenwriting seemed almost effortless, and it enabled him to buy his eponymous Sonoma estate on impulse in the 1980s. Elin McCoy meets the man behind The Karate Kid and Taken, to reveal why he believes making wine is his real destiny
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July 2020
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ERIC BOISSENOT
He may be happy to maintain a low profile, yet consultant oenologist Eric Boissenot is as highly regarded as they come, appreciated by his many clients for his precision, skill and ability to bring vitality to a wine. James Lawther MW finds out more
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July 2020
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CHATEAU LAFLEUR
With a history stretching back several centuries and an understated yet focused approach to maintaining the highest standards in both vineyard and winery, Pomerol estate Château Lafleur is a producer to seek out. Jane Anson reports
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July 2020
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TOP 10 SPANISH WHITES FOR YOUR CELLAR
Best known for its fresh young whites, Spain also produces more serious styles that need time in bottle to reveal their full potential. Sarah Jane Evans MW picks her top 10 styles from across the country that deserve a place in your cellar and will reward ageing
10+ min |
July 2020
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THYMIOPOULOS
Committed to organic and biodynamic farming, and working with indigenous grapes, Apostolos Thymiopoulous is one of the winemakers steering Greek wines towards an innovative future and global recognition. Sarah Jane Evans MW meets the charismatic master of Xinomavro at his home in northern Greece
8 min |
July 2020
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OFF-PISTE BURGUNDY: VALUE ALTERNATIVES
The two regional appellations of Coteaux Bourguignons and Bourgogne Passe-tout-grains and the white wine-only St-Bris take Burgundy beyond the pure Pinot Noir and Chardonnay classics for which it is famed. Michael Apstein explains what lies behind these under-theradar styles – and why they could become the more reasonably priced face of Burgundy
10+ min |
July 2020
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AMBER CHAMPIONS: TOP 30 ORANGE WINES
Though divisive, orange wine is a style that’s finally gaining real popularity among winemakers and drinkers alike. Simon J Woolf endeavours to put any remaining scepticism to rest, explaining the traditions behind the technique and recommending 30 of his favourite skin-contact discoveries
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July 2020
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BAROLO 2016 & BARBARESCO 2017
Standards are high in these latest-release Piedmont vintages, if you know where to look. Take the guidance of our expert Stephen Brook, who tasted many of the wines soon after release, in Italy and London, along with riservas from Barolo 2014 and Barbaresco 2015
10+ min |
July 2020
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ALL CHANGE
It’s the global benchmark region and known for its long-established traditions, but that doesn’t mean Bordeaux is at a standstill. Jane Anson highlights 10 estates determinedly treading their own paths, and potentially signalling ways for others to follow
8 min |
July 2020
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Marketwatch: Hold Your Nerve And Be Selective
All the important fine wine investment news, compiled
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June 2020
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A WINE LOVER'S GUIDE TO GEORGIA
After decades of conflict that obscured much of its rich cultural heritage, this country is rediscovering itself. Celebrate its rebirth with a winding adventure from the bars and restaurants of the capital to the family-run wineries of rural villages, says Carla Capalbo
7 min |
June 2020
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SILVER OAK
This family-owned California winery is dedicated to Cabernet Sauvignon, and has developed a steadfast commitment to sustainability. Elin McCoy pays a visit, discovering the estate’s history and tasting verticals of its Napa Valley and Alexander Valley wines.
6 min |
June 2020
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LUJAN DE CUYO
Producers in this heartland of Argentinian Malbec credit the identity and diversity of their wines to the old vines they nurture. It’s a region where tradition is preserved and protected, even as tastes evolve and new styles emerge, discovers Amanda Barnes.
8 min |
June 2020
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VALDARNO: TUSCANY OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
Diverting from the usual wine routes in Tuscany, Stephen Brook finds a warm welcome in a low-key region that is home to some high-profile names. He introduces an area that may be unfamiliar to many Chianti lovers, and recommends wines from four of its top producers
6 min |
June 2020
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BURGUNDY: MEET 10 EXCEPTIONAL TALENTS
The complexities of Burgundy, its appellations, walled slopes and dynastic stories are a source of fascination for many wine lovers. Inspired by research for her latest book, Jeannie Cho Lee MW highlights 10 personalities leading dynamic change in the region
10+ min |
June 2020
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MARTINELLI, JACKASS HILL ZINFANDEL 1994
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
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June 2020
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Puccini's Tuscany: A Wine Lover's Guide
Perhaps the greatest of the operatic composer’s many love affairs was the one he had with his home region of Tuscany – and its wine and cuisine. Follow in his footsteps for a charming long-weekend getaway among vines and history, says Adrian Mourby
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May 2020
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THE PROMISE OF PIGNOLETTO
It is fast emerging as a fizz vying for a slice of Prosecco’s success, but this is a variety that deserves recognition in its own right. The grape is producing individual styles, both still and sparkling, that reflect the region’s varied rural landscape, as Carla Capalbo reports
6 min |
May 2020
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YOU SAY ROSE, I SAY ROSATO...
It’s never too soon in the year to drink pink – increasingly a year-round choice for many. Richard Baudains reveals Italy’s top rosato regions and selects his 16 top wines to try
6 min |
May 2020
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YOUNG GUNS OF ITALY
The next generation of Italian winemakers are taking up the mantle of their predecessors, but also want to carve new paths. Michaela Morris highlights a dozen young individualists whose innovation, energy and commitment are leading their country’s wines into the future
10+ min |
May 2020
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SOUTHERN ITALY FOR WINE LOVERS
Italy’s southern regions have varied cultures but are united by their passion for wine and hospitality. From seaside villas with vineyards to winery-owned hotels amid ancient caves, Carla Capalbo shares her top wine destinations in the south
7 min |
May 2020
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GAJA: A FAMILY PORTRAIT
Through undeniably audacious viticultural decisions, this fifth-generation winemaking dynasty elevated Barbaresco to fine-wine status. Now, the patriarch of Piedmont and his family are ushering in a new era for their business, with ambitious projects – and a healthy dose of compromise, as Tiziano Gaia discovers
8 min |
May 2020
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SULCIS, SARDINIA
In recent years, the producers of this island DOC have upended their focus on quantity to create wines that communicate an incredible sense of place. The unexpected star of this shift, explains Susan Hulme MW, is the sensitive and intense Carignano grape
9 min |
May 2020
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BOLGHERI AT 25
As this tiny but powerful DOC toasts its first quarter-century, the region’s winemakers are fully embracing the adventurous legacy of the SuperTuscan and continuing to build upon it. Richard Baudains reflects on this Tuscan crown jewel and what lies ahead for its producers
6 min |
May 2020
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AGLIANICO: THE NEBBIOLO OF THE SOUTH?
At its best, this traditional grape variety from Italy’s torrid southern territory makes top-quality and long-lived reds. Andy Howard MW explores the character of Aglianico, selecting the best producers and his top 12 wines
9 min |
May 2020
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AGEING ITALIAN WHITES: a (patient) wine lover's guide
Put aside those preconceptions, Aldo Fiordelli argues – as well as its plethora of youngand-fresh white wine styles, Italy offers many surprising options that are well worth tucking away in your cellar. He highlights the producers to seek out, and 10 great wines to age
7 min |
May 2020
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NORTHERN RHONE 2018
Thanks to large yields helping to balance the very ripe fruit, the north fared better than the south this year, delivering plush, generous and potent wines. It’s a vintage that favours the reds, particularly Côte-Rôtie, with whites from St-Joseph and St-Péray performing better than Condrieu. Matt Walls reports, based on his extensive tastings and visits in the region
6 min |
April 2020
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THE PELOPONNESE, GREECE
Ancient wonders, magnificent landscapes and diverse wines made with dedication, from local varieties – this dramatic peninsula in the south of mainland Greece has much to offer the adventurous traveller. Make the most of a holiday here with a wine-focused road trip, says Ines Salpico
4 min |
April 2020
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DOMAINE NICOLAS-JAY
It took more than 25 years for a chat about a joint winemaking venture to bear fruit, but the past five years have seen this project between a former US music mogul and a Burgundian winemaker become one of the big names of Oregon Pinot Noir. Matthew Luczy reports
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April 2020
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ABRUZZO EXPLORED
Hard to pinpoint on a map it may be, but this central Italian region has long been a default choice for restaurant-goers thanks to its soft, easy-drinking reds, with its light whites a popular choice too. Susan Hulme MW reveals how Abruzzo’s forward-thinking producers are harnessing their native varieties to create character in the bottle
7 min |