English wine producers are turning their focus toward export markets following what is being called the country’s warmest summer on record, with expectations for stronger demand abroad as domestic sales plateau.

In the week ending October 17, 2025, Burgundy wines accounted for 35.5 % of traded value on Liv-ex, surpassing Bordeaux and signaling shifting preferences among collectors, according to the latest data.

Behold the unbreakable! Australian winemaker Brown Brothers has introduced what it claims to be Australia’s first full‑sized aluminium wine bottle, in a bid to reduce its packaging and transport carbon emissions.

Scientists are exploring a novel way to fight pests — one that doesn’t rely on harsh chemicals. 

This time we gathered for one purpose: to drink Burgundy older than 2010, and it turned out to be a truly incredible experience.

Opus One 2007 is a wine that can't help but capture your attention. Open, generous, expressive, and full-bodied on the palate. It tastes perfectly, and compared to Bordeaux 2007, it's simply fantastic, not a bland, greenish substance. 

After another tasting of Olivier Collin wines, I came out with so many impressions and reflections that I wanted to write them down and form my own view on the style of Champagne from this estate.

When I say old school, I mean the academic approach and style of wine that Roberto Conterno strives to maintain. It's slowly changing, but loyalty to family traditions is in his blood.

Many wine lovers think of the cork simply as a traditional touch — yet in the world of premium wine collecting it plays a crucial role in ageing, authenticity and value. Here are five facts every collector should know.

The shape of a wine glass can completely change how aromas unfold, how tannins feel, and even how bubbles dance. Let’s explore how each glass enhances the wine it’s meant to hold.

The 2024 vintage proves exactly why Futures still matter. With climate pushing Bordeaux’s margins, the differences between terroirs have never been more meaningful.

 If you're considering investing in Bordeaux futures, En Primeur season offers a rare opportunity to secure your favorite wines in the bottle formats you truly want – from the charming half-bottle (375ml) all the way up to the majestic 18-liter Melchizedek.

In Champagne, where many historic names have long been absorbed by global groups, Billecart-Salmon stands apart — a house that has remained family-owned and defiantly independent for more than two centuries.

At Symbolicwines.com we are very proud to export Dalla Valle wines.  In this conversation, Maya and Naoko share their views on stewardship, intuition, and the evolving character of Napa Valley.

We’re incredibly fortunate to have sat down with Scott Becker, the co-founder and visionary behind Realm Cellars, whose leadership has helped shape not only the winery but the very conversation around modern Californian winemaking. We're proud to share this exclusive interview. 

Why do some wines have a creamy texture and buttery taste, while others are sharp? The secret lies in malolactic fermentation – the conversion of sharp malic acid into soft lactic acid. It smooths out the profile of the wine and gives it a creamy, buttery flavor. Here’s what you need to know about malolactic.

Rose wine may be very different – from deep-coloured and full-bodied, to light and pale. It all depends on the winemaking process. Let’s look at rose from a winemaker’s point of view.

What's for dinner? It's always the question. And if you're as into wine as we are, you already know the best place to start: with the wine. Today, we’re exploring red wines and their most popular styles.

Whenever you're stuck planning a meal, think of this as your sommelier’s compass. Today, we’re diving into the world of white wines – in their most popular and food-friendly forms.

These 5 white wines show how dramatically whites and reds’ desirable weather conditions differ. While the reds in 2024 were struggling, the whites celebrated the better year.

5 wines from Bordeaux 2024’s freshly released vintage, that prove that every downside has its benefit. These highly rated chateaux are really fairly priced.

The northern and southern Rhône are like twin sisters—similar yet completely different. It would take long to understand them both, but we've created a clear guide so you'll never confuse them again. 

This history of winemaking is probably one of the youngest but also it’s the most exciting one. From the first missionaries and gold miners to Robert Parker and TikTok bloggers – this article features all the key moments of California wine history. 

Merlot has earned its place in the pantheon of great grapes. The most famous Merlots hail from Pomerol and Saint-Émilion, such as the legendary Château Pétrus.

Sauvignon Blanc is the most prominent and famous aromatic white variety. It’s origin is in Loire and Bordeaux but it found a new home all across the world, showing many kinds of aromatic profiles depending on the terroir and the winemaker’s techniques.

Whether punched from ancient bark or spun in a lab, the cork is more than a plug—it’s part of the wine’s identity.

Terroir is wine’s ultimate storyteller. It speaks in the minerality of a Chablis, the savory spice of a Syrah from the Northern Rhône, or the ocean-kissed salinity of a coastal Chardonnay.

From clay to steel, the vessel that houses fermenting wine plays a starring role in shaping its style, texture and flavor. Here are five fascinating facts worth toasting.

We would like to point out the benefits of the wine futures system and find out what you will get placing a pre-order on en primeurs wines that will arrive at your cellar by the end of 2020-s.

If you read Media section on Symbolicwines.com, you are well informed about the most expensive wines on sale right now – we made an article about it. If not – we strongly advise to read it and then go back to this quiz.

Welcome to this neat little somm knowledge quiz! Whether you're a MS, an enthusiast, or simply curious about the fascinating world of wine, this quiz is going to be fun! On Symbolicwines.com we try to educate and entertain at the same time.

We made this quiz for those whose knowledge is more than just tannins and acidity. Check if you’re a beginner, intermediate, advanced or expert!

10 questions for advanced lovers of the most stylish wine in the world. Check your knowledge!