Interview Bruno Lorenzon, Domaine Lorenzon

Name: Bruno Lorenzon Winery: Domaine Lorenzon Town/Country: Mercurey, France Which spot in your vineyard is the most special and why? The slope on top of the Champs Martin vineyard.  It is very chalky, not much clay and lots of stones, which gives our wine its purity and elegance. 2. If you link the dots in yourContinue reading “Interview Bruno Lorenzon, Domaine Lorenzon”

Viticulturist Interview Mike Wing, Two Paddocks

Name: Mike Wing Winery: Two Paddocks Town/Country: Central Otago, New Zealand Which spot in your vineyard is the most special and why? The rocky outcrop at our Last Chance Vineyard. Here there is a 360 degree view of Central Otago and it is always drenched in sun. 2. If you link the dots in yourContinue reading “Viticulturist Interview Mike Wing, Two Paddocks”

Paradigm Hill Pinot Noir 2002

Oh yeah! I hope no wine snob will ever dismiss Australian wines again! Of course the million bottle brand will not do it for you, but cooler Yarra and Mornington Peninsula in Victoria certainly bring forth stylish Pinots and Syrah (yes not Shiraz!).  Made in minute quantities by a scientist,  George Mihaly, this perfectly mature Paradigm HillContinue reading “Paradigm Hill Pinot Noir 2002”

What is the best Champagne alternative while in Thailand?

While living in New York and working at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, I came across Schramsberg at many occasions.  Must admit though, that I have never bought a single bottle, despite it being the wine of choice at White House’s state functions. And the reason was simple! Entry-level French Champagne costs only a few dollars more!Continue reading “What is the best Champagne alternative while in Thailand?”

Austria – winds of change in the Wachau

Austria, the world famous wine country with a long track record and diverse climate, has excited wine lovers in continental Europe for decades.  Yet here in Asia, these wines are still hard to find and relatively unknown outside of wine circles. How come?  Is it that 75% of its production is in white wine, theContinue reading “Austria – winds of change in the Wachau”