Grape escapes at the heart of Europe’s best wine hotels
In the heart of Europe, where rolling vineyards meet picturesque landscapes, lies a hidden paradise for wine enthusiasts and travellers seeking a unique escape. Welcome to the realm of Europe's best wine hotels, where indulgence meets sophistication, and every sip is an invitation to explore the rich heritage of winemaking.
Champagne House Ruinart unveils Blanc Singulier, a cuvée shaped by climate change
Earlier this week, LVMH owned Champagne House Ruinart announced the release of a new cuvée.
Vinitaly to set sail aboard the Amerigo Vespucci for a two-year journey around the world
Italian minister of Defence, Guido Crosetto, announced at Veronafiera that Vinitaly, the international reference event for Italian wine would set sail aboard the “most beautiful ship in the world” Amerigo Vespucci to promote Italian wine around the world.
Is Monaco brewing a new collectible?
It wasn't long ago, that beer was perceived as the working man’s beverage. Several years on, the beer market has evolved with a community of beer lovers, that are keen to taste and spend as much (or nearly) as those of the fine wine or spirits community. We catch up with the founder of Monte-Carlo Beer, the brand which is taking the beer world from cheerful pint to collectible asset.
How to build a wine collection with Selim Bocti
Looking to build an outstanding wine collection? Look no further! We catch up with wine collector, entrepreneur and family man Selim Bocti and hear how to build and develop a wine collection.
Sotheby’s to auction a unique super lot of Château Mouton Rothschild 2020
Each year wine enthusiasts and collectors await with anticipation the reveal of the artist-designed labels of French winery Château Mouton Rothschild. To celebrate the official revelation of the 2020 Artist commissioned by Château Mouton Rothschild, Sotheby’s is auctioning off a unique superlot of Château Mouton Rothschild 2020.
On wine and reviewing with William Kelley
In conversation with William Kelley - the Deputy Editor of The Wine Advocate who reviews the wines of Burgundy, Bordeaux, and Champagne, as well as Madeira and English Sparkling Wines. Through this interview we get an insight into what drew him into a career as a wine reviewer and what it takes to make it in the field.
In conversation with Constance the Gstaad Guy and Colton
Who wasn't heard of ‘the Gstaad Guy’? The global internet sensation who hops from chateau to bateau satirising the world’s 1%. We talked to Constance and Colton to get the lowdown on the collectible market and learn about their personal collecting habits.
The Gstaad Guy's Côtes de Provence is ‘Constance’ Proof Rosé does belong in Gstaad
The Gstaad Guy has announced that he is translating his ‘tasteful extravagance’ into his own everyday luxury brand, Palais Constance, with its first product being a Côtes de Provence rosé wine.
Harrods gets fizzical with the opening of Moet & Chandon’s Champagne bar
Moët & Chandon opens its largest Champagne bar in Europe in Harrods’ Beauty Hall, London.
Joseph Phelps vineyards acquired by Moët Hennessy for undisclosed sum
Last week, French luxury group LVMH announced their acquisition of Napa Valley based Joseph Phelps Vineyards. The news of the acquisition came shortly after Moet Hennessy launched its environmental forum, a project dedicated to upholding responsible viticulture with an innovative approach.
The Intrepid World Record Whisky is headed to auction
Discover the world’s largest bottle of whisky, measuring over 6-foot-tall and containing 32 year-old Macallan.
A rare Collection of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is heading to auction
Discover the exceptional collection of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti heading to sale at Christie's. A unique opportunity for collectors to get their hands on some of the most prestigious DRC vintages of the past four decades
Veuve Clicquot celebrates 250 years aboard the Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
To mark its two and a half centuries of savoir-faire, Veuve Clicquot has conceived an exceptional journey with Belmond on board its mythic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
Château d’Yquem: 400 years of Passion
Home to some of the most respected and desired Nectar of Gods, Château d’Yquem packs along with its vast cellar, a history filled of twists, turns and colourful personalities.
Angelina Jolie sued by Brad Pitt over sale of Miraval shares
Angelina Jolie sells her shares of French winery, Miraval, quietly to Russian Oligarch, Yuri Shefler.
The Rolls-Royce whisky and cigar Cellarette unveiled
The bespoke whisky and cigar chest is the latest addition to Rolls-Royce Connoisseur’s Collection to be unveiled.
Perrier-Jouët 1874 vintage sets a new auction record at Christie’s
Founded in 1811 in Epernay, Maison Perrier-Jouët is one of France’s most historic champagne houses, but also one of its most distinctive, renowned for its floral and intricate champagnes which reveal the true essence of the Chardonnay grape and an enduring tradition of savoir-faire – an unparalleled expertise of only seven Cellar Masters since its foundation.
Dom Ruinart crowned Champagne Supreme World Champion 2021
The most respected, comprehensive and rigorous international sparkling wine competition in the world, founded by British author Tom Stevenson, names Dom Ruinart Rosé 2004 Supreme World Champion 2021