The importance of Jon Bonne’s book “The New French Wine,” can be seen in wine communities throughout the world, as the love of French low-intervention and natural wines continues to help define the narrative of this great wine country’s legacy both at home and abroad. These winemakers, from the smallest families to multi-generational estates, relyContinue reading “Stepping into the New World of French Wine”
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Julian Haart Mystifies with Riesling Magic in the Mosel
In the illustrious landscape of German winemaking, Julian Haart stands as a luminary, embodying a tradition that spans generations while embracing innovation with open arms. Since his debut vintage in 2010, Julian has captivated enthusiasts with his unwavering dedication to crafting wines that speak eloquently of Mosel’s terroir. Hailing from a lineage steeped in viticulturalContinue reading “Julian Haart Mystifies with Riesling Magic in the Mosel”
Weingut Ziereisen’s Wines from the Edge of the Black Forest
In the southern part of Baden near the Black Forest, in the charming town of Efringen-Kirchen, along the banks of the majestic Rhine River, you will find the cellar of Weingut Ziereisen. This picturesque region, known as Markgräflerland, is often referred to as the “three country corner,” as it borders Alsace in France and Switzerland’sContinue reading “Weingut Ziereisen’s Wines from the Edge of the Black Forest”
Ringing in the Year of the Dragon with Emma Gao of Silver Heights
Nestled amid the enchanting landscape of Ningxia, China, the Silver Heights winery is a testament to the transformative power of dedication and passion in winemaking. Founded in 2007 by the dynamic father-daughter duo of Lin Gao and Emma Gao, this boutique winery has become a beacon of China’s flourishing wine scene, producing exceptional wines thatContinue reading “Ringing in the Year of the Dragon with Emma Gao of Silver Heights”
Chiara Condello’s Soul Stirring Sangiovese
In the heart of Romagna, where the Apennine mountains meet the Adriatic Sea, a renaissance is taking place in the world of winemaking, and at the forefront of this revival is the remarkable Chiara Condello. Tending to seven hectares of organically grown Sangiovese grapes in the quaint village of Predappio, Chiara embodies a new generationContinue reading “Chiara Condello’s Soul Stirring Sangiovese”
Take the Cambridge Road to Bangkok!
This week from July 22nd to 25th, we will be hosting winemaker Lance Redgwell of Cambridge Road at some of our favorite happening spots around Bangkok. Lance will be swapping his rolling hills for our teeming metropolis for a few days to share his passion for minimal intervention winemaking as a producer based in oneContinue reading “Take the Cambridge Road to Bangkok!”
The Matthiasson Linda Vista 2021, Napa, CA
Steve and Jill leased the Linda Vista Chardonnay vineyard behind their house and started farming it in 2011. “We immediately converted it to organic farming and got busy re-invigorating the beautiful old vines. The West Oak Knoll area where we live is one of the classic Chardonnay spots in Napa, going back to the 60s,Continue reading “The Matthiasson Linda Vista 2021, Napa, CA”
An Evening of “Terroir without Borders” at Villa Frantzen on July 25th
This July 25th we’ll be hosting a once in a lifetime collaboration dinner at Villa Frantzen featuring two incredible winemakers, Brad Hickey of Brash Higgins from Australia and Daniel Twardowski of Pinot Noix from Germany. “Terroir without borders” will be completely a one-of-a-kind event, showcasing the unexpected and rule-defying wines of these gentleman set alongsideContinue reading “An Evening of “Terroir without Borders” at Villa Frantzen on July 25th”
Mosel Calling: Daniel Twardowski & Mirco Keller Collaborate for an evening of German Gastronomic Excellence
As a proper send off to next week’s long weekend, we’ll be inviting winemaker Daniel Twardowski and a lineup of his incredible Pinots to the tables of Keller next Thursday July 27th. A pairing of sublime, unique, and elevated German wines calls for cuisine that waltzes to the same tempo, thus Berlin-native Mirco Keller bringsContinue reading “Mosel Calling: Daniel Twardowski & Mirco Keller Collaborate for an evening of German Gastronomic Excellence”
Australia goes Issan! Brad Hickey of Brash Higgins Wine to takeover Zao on July 26th
No stranger to adventure, globe-trotting sommelier turned winemaker Brad Hickey of Brash Higgins will be touching down in Thailand next week. And what better way to show off Brad’s spectrometric assortment of wines than paired with the brightest and fieriest dishes from Bangkok’s favorite Ekamai-based Issan institution, Zao! Intrepid and bold dishes make a homeContinue reading “Australia goes Issan! Brad Hickey of Brash Higgins Wine to takeover Zao on July 26th”