Innovators with foresight and plenty of hard work like the Mullineux have turned South Africa’s, Swartland, from a bread basket into a highly-regarded wine region. If you have been turned off by the rough edges of yesteryear’s South African wines, we urge you to dip your tongue into what Jancis Robinson calls “a whole newContinue reading “Kloof Street, Swartland”
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Iron Balls extends – a rye Vodka
Iron Balls stands for those that “GRAB LIFE BY THE BALLS”, like its creator, Ashley Sutton; a straight-talking modern day pirate and non-conformist innovator. Ash is a whirlwind of creative, kinetic energy. Originally from Fremantle in Western Australia, this prolific interior designer has made a name for himself in Bangkok, Hong Kong and Tokyo andContinue reading “Iron Balls extends – a rye Vodka”
Moon & Wine, Char Restaurant Jul 18th, 2019
A gracious Ripasso from Pra, Veneto
If you drive from Verona to Lake Garda you shall pass the Valpolicella Classico zone. Likewise, if you go east to Venice, you will pass the venerable Soave Classico area. Smacked in the middle between these two areas is the lesser established Valpolicella DOC; in 2001 Graziano founded his red wine adventure here in Morandina.Continue reading “A gracious Ripasso from Pra, Veneto”
Domaine des Enfants, Cotes Catalanes
Domaine des Enfants was founded in 2006. More than half of the 23 hectares of vines were planted before the Second World War, and some of the vines were even planted over 100 years ago. From the beginning the intention was not only to make great wines, but to also preserve the cultural landscape andContinue reading “Domaine des Enfants, Cotes Catalanes”
Gift Certificates, Bangkok June 2019
Below you will find the list of names we work with. They will be happy to receive your visit. Names Listed in alphabetical order, thai baht is the value of each value. 100 Mahaseth @ thb 3,400 (Isaan Nose to tail; literally eat your heart out kind of place by talents Chalee Kader & Randy);Continue reading “Gift Certificates, Bangkok June 2019”
Clos d’Escandil, a monument from Minervois
Gilles Chabbert with his brother Eric had the ambition to place each of their wine in the top of their class. They managed this well, but there are others of course, yet none achieve the fine value Domaine Aires Hautes is known for in Minervois. The brothers believe in sustainable viticulture, but couldn’tContinue reading “Clos d’Escandil, a monument from Minervois”
Domaine de Viaud, Lalande de Pomerol
As a consumer, we immediately learn about the greatness of French wines even before we touch a bottle. Quite immediately the prestigious Chateaux of Bordeaux with it’s 1855 classification and pricing pyramid with astronomical auction prices come alive in our minds. We begin to chase vintage ratings, thinking only the most praised and possibly tannicContinue reading “Domaine de Viaud, Lalande de Pomerol”
Olim Bauda, Piemonte
In 2000 the three current owners, all siblings, decided to revive the estate and re-establish Tenuta Olim Bauda as one of Piedmont’s top producers. The estate is well known for making Barbera in varying styles including the most recent DOCG called Nizza. The vineyards are located in five different Municipalities, each of which has aContinue reading “Olim Bauda, Piemonte”
150 years of friendship between Thailand and Austria
The Austrian Embassy in Thailand has been busy coordinating cultural, musical and of course wine events so far this year. Coming Tuesday, February 26th, you will be able to taste 45 wines from 12 stylish producers, covering the vast array of regions and grape varietals Austria has to offer. There will be classical and naturalContinue reading “150 years of friendship between Thailand and Austria”