Carménère hits its stride

Chile’s ‘could-be’ flagship is coming of age, but debate still surrounds its role in the country’s wider portfolio. Andrew Catchpole dips in.

Languedoc yields 15% down following drought and mildew

The Conseil Interprofessionnel des Vins du Languedoc (CIVL), which represents 2,000 estates across the region has published its 2023 vintage report, revealing a 15% decline in production on the five-year average.

Loire Valley vintage impacted by ‘complex weather’

Variable weather in the Loire Valley, which frequently fluctuated between soaking wet and scorching hot, has led to varied yields across the appellation.

Tuscan legend Andrea Franchetti passes away

The founder of much-loved Tuscan estate Tenuta di Trinoro has died.

Hallgarten bolsters New World offering

Hallgarten & Novum Wines has bolstered its New World wine portfolio with 11 new wines from five producers.

Right Bank under threat as adaptability of Merlot cools

The traditional Merlot-dominant blends of Bordeaux’s Right Bank are being threatened by global warming, according to leading winemakers in the region.

Think France unveils array of expert presenters for masterclasses

Think France has lined up a fantastic array of presenters, including Rebecca Gibb MW, Greg Sherwood MW, Chateaux Lestrille’s Estelle Roumage and Richard Hemming MW, who will be heading up a far-reaching range of masterclasses exploring aspects of this seminal wine producing country.

On-trade wine trends for 2019

Wine gaucho Crozier urges UK to embrace second wave of niche Argentine wineries

Speaking at an Alternative Argentina tasting in London yesterday (8 March), Argentine wine expert Phil Crozier outlined the opportunities for the country to expand its offer with more focus on its diversity and smaller producers.