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At 63 years, after two decades of reviews, Robert Parker announced a few days ago that he will hand over responsibilities for reviewing California wine to Antonio Galloni. “In California, Mr. Parker’s effusive praise played …
What better occasion to drink pink champagne than Valentine’s Day? But which one will it be? If I could have my way, says Reva K Singh, it’s Rosé Champagne from the venerable house of Bollinger …
Australian wine drinkers are thumbing their noses at pricey wines and reaching for the discounted bottles available as part of price promotions in the retail sector. Even though Australians are willing to spend more per …
After an extra month’s hiatus due to the change in our publishing calendar, (the first issue of the year is now February/March), we are moving full steam ahead with six illuminating and inspiring issues in …
The fact that wine, an alcoholic beverage, is also an agricultural product distinct from white spirits is not always clearly understood. Graham Nutter’s detailed harvest report of the 2010 vintage at Château St Jacques d’Albas …
Marimar Torres and her daughter Cristina mixed business with pleasure on their recent trip to India. After holding an event in Delhi and a visit to Agra, the lovely Torres ladies stopped by at the …
It seems there is time for a last spurt of travel before Christmas and the festive season kick off. SI Publisher Reva Singh is in Christchurch for the Wine Discovery New Zealand 2010: Great Wine …
Three auctions of German fine wines and rarities are taking place on 24-26 September 2010 as part of the Centenary Celebrations of Verband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter or VDP, the oldest national winegrower’s association in the world. …
Sommelier India wishes all its readers a Happy Independence Day for August 15th. As we think about India’s independence, we can’t but help reflect on our own growth. We’ve published over 28 issues of the …
This is probably one of the most unusual and some would argue illegitimate ways to have fun with wine. I introduce the concept rather hesitantly as wine makers roll their eyes in disgust whenever they …
Have you heard of Grenache? If not, you’ll be hearing a lot more in future. Often referred to as the unsung hero of the wine world, it’s a grape variety that has not received its …
Bordeaux is abuzz, the sun is out, the coats, jumpers and gloves have been put away and everyone is at their sexy best as the temperature heads towards 30° C. Mouths are buzzing too …