The Wine Society Strikes It Rich. Again.
The Guardian Victoria Moore writes: Membership of The Wine Society may cost £40, but for the wines it has on offer that’s something of a bargain. “Can’t speak,” I texted my brother. “I’m about to be...
View ArticleBrian Elliott on last month’s Wine Society Bordeaux tasting
Scotland on Sunday Brian Elliott says: Well-made Bordeaux offers a velvet texture and an extended range of flavours that include cinnamon, mint, cigars, brambles, cherry, chocolate and blackcurrant –...
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150 years of Tahbilk – a family affair
Established in 1860, Tahbilk is located in the Nagambie Lakes (Goulburn Valley) region of central Victoria (120kms north of Melbourne). This year the Purbrick family, owners since 1927, celebrate 150...
View ArticleChilean Old Vine Excellence
De Martino have searched the length and breadth of Chile looking for old vineyards. Wine produced from grapes of old vines has a wonderful “old vine” texture, an unforced, natural, concentration while...
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Muscadet – Region in Crisis or Reasons to be Cheerful?
Just back from an early harvest visit to the Pays Nantais where I was struck by the many contradictions in this rather sleepy vinous corner of France. 2007 and 2008 were both short harvests, with...
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We’re certain it’s Certan
Last night’s tasting with Alexandre Thienpont featured 10 vintages of Vieux Château Certan, Pomerol, where Alexandre has been making the wine since 1985, following on from his father and grandfather....
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