Wine
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The village of Laudun in the Côtes du Rhône is set to become its own Appellation d’Origine Protégée (AOP) by its 2023 vintage, following decades of lobbying. The commune lies in the southern half of…
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Iconic Napa winery Shafer Vineyards has been sold to Shinsegae Property for a reported $250 million in a deal that includes 225 acres of vines. The Korean luxury firm’s portfolio comprises retail, hotels, and golf…
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Taylor’s Port has launched its Very Very Old Tawny Port in celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s 70 year reign. On February 6, HRH became the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. Taylor’s Very…
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Leonardo DiCaprio has acquired a stake in Champagne Telmont, according to the company. The Remy Cointreau-owned brand is known for its commitment to creating the most sustainable, organic Champagne, and is heavily focused on preserving…
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Brad Pitt is suing his ex-wife Angelina Jolie for selling her stake in Château Miraval to oligarch and Stoli Group owner Yuri Shefler, allegedly without Pitt’s knowledge. When the initial sale went through, Damian McKinney,…
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Château Lassègue has announced that seventh-generation Vigneron Nicolas Seillan has been named Winemaker of the Estate. This new role is in addition to his current position as Senior Vice President of Finance, Château Lassègue and…
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Portuguese wine bar and restaurant, Bar Douro City have announced a new series of monthly supper clubs which will explore Portugal’s diverse wine regions and local gastronomy. Running from March until November, guests can enjoy…
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The United States has become the biggest export market for Champagne by volume, with the nation now consuming more bottles than the UK for the first time in history. Champagne shipments to the US shot…
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Mezzacorona has introduced a new low-calorie, low-alcohol wine range, Ventessa. The line launches with two two expressions: Ventessa Pinot Grigio and Ventessa Pinot Grigio Rosé. Each expression is only 90 calories per 5 oz. serving…
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J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines has unveiled J. Lohr Monterey Roots, a new range of wines spotlighting the brand’s history of viticulture and winemaking in Monterey County. In establishing the new tier. The first two…