Columns — Fine Wine Review

Discover the magic of aged wine through a sommelier's notes on a legendary 1957 Château Pavie. Learn how a perfectly preserved old Bordeaux acts as a time capsule, revealing the nature of wine evolution and achieving a timeless, immortal quality that rivals the finest Burgundy.

Explore the dynamic world of modern Burgundy through a tasting of exceptional wines from rising stars Kei Shiogai, Pierre Millmann, and Camille Thiriet. A deep dive into their unique interpretations of legendary terroirs, from Gevrey-Chambertin to Clos de Vougeot, defining the future of this great region.

An explosive sommelier investigation into the character of winemakers and the quality of their wine, focusing on the highly-hyped German producer Tino Kuban. We blind-tasted his Pinot Noir L’Ouverture 2020 and Gamay La Leux 2021, comparing them to classics and asking: is his fame driven by PR and hype or true terroir? Featuring a tasting with the team from Gresca Bar in Barcelona.

A sommelier’s deep dive into a rare Burgundy comparative tasting, contrasting the styles of master vintners like Roumier, Ponsot, Pitiot, Faiveley, and Perrot-Minot across the highly-acclaimed 2010, 2009, and 2005 vintages. The article features reviews of iconic wines from Clos de Tart and Clos de la Bussière.