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The Greatest Brunello Vintage Ever?

The 2004 vintage in Brunello di Montalcino has recently been described by Giacomo Neri of Casanova di Neri in Decanter magazine as “˜the greatest I’ve seen in my life’.

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Alion 2005

Vega Sicilia, Unico is maybe the most famous and most expensive wine made in Spain. I have just had the good fortune to taste the 1999.

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2004 Barolo in Decanter Magazine

In this month’s Decanter magazine the Barolo 2004s have been tasted and assessed. As we have highlighted previously, the 2004 vintage was one of the best ever in Barolo.

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No more Rose on the terrace

Sitting on a cafe terrace in the sun drinking a lunchtime glass of rose, an early evening Kir or pression or a late night Pastis is a quintessential part of the French summer holiday experience. But no more,

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First Impressions from the UGC Tastings

Hot off the press from our winebuyer’s blackberry: The Bordeaux 08s are actually quite lovely. Lots of red and black fruit but also some structure and loads of freshness.

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