We have wines that are like twins but made in different places and by different masters. Comparing Domaine de la Côte and Kei Shiogai Gevrey-Chambertin.

The name Armand Rousseau in the hierarchy of great Burgundy estates occupies the same place as DRC and other historical estates. Here’s some thoughts on its most prominent vintages.

Today's Burgundy is a kaleidoscope of geniuses, multiplied by endless evolution and a variety of styles that can hardly be classified into separate groups. In any case, none of these winemakers would want to be classified anywhere.

The history of Petrus begins in 1837. Some of the oldest vineyards and absolute perfectionism at the winery are the basis of the level of this wine. The main thing that I realized is that Petrus of the 90s and 00s are two fundamentally different wines.

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. 

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.

A cool, unpredictable season. Remarkable highs, sobering lows. Bordeaux’s 2024 vintage is a tightrope walk – but for those with precision and nerve, the rewards are brilliant.

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!

Phylloxera Invades Canary Islands’ Vineyards for First Time; Wildfire Threatens Napa Valley Harvest; Château Lafleur is to Exit Bordeaux and Pomerol Appellations Amid Climate Adaptation

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The new reality: +20% on European wines; A man killed by wine; Ugly wine by Ryan Reynolds; 4500 years ago the wine was an everyday drink

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.

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.

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.