Columns — Winemaking Style
⚜️ Realm Cellars and the New Reality: Why Napa's Cabernet Now Reigns Supreme
A modern sommelier's take on the shifting hierarchy of the fine wine world. Discover why Napa Valley's Cabernet Sauvignon, exemplified by producers like Realm Cellars, has arguably surpassed its traditional Bordeaux benchmark, combining French expertise with American perfectionism.
🍇 Isn't this why we love Burgundy wines?
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.
🇯🇵 Japan’s Hidden Wine Scene Gewürztraminer like Savagnin and Pinot Gris like Red Wine
A deep dive into the unexpected excellence of Japanese winemaking, beginning in Hokkaido. This sommelier report features tasting notes from the insider-favorite French Panda wine bar in Sapporo, highlighting unique expressions of Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Zweigelt from cutting-edge producers like Kamisato Vineyard, Domaine Mont, Takahiko Soga, and Domaine Bless.
💰 Price, Palate, or PR? How to Define the "Best Winemaker" in the World
A sommelier’s essential guide to defining the "best" in winemaking: evaluating the influence of price, critical study, and expert opinion. The article features insights on master producers like Olivier Collin (Champagne), Jean-Yves Bizot (Burgundy), and Louis-Michel Liger-Belair (Pinot Noir aristocracy).
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