Discovery

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

Understanding the complexity of the Mâconnais

In the far South of Burgundy, between the Chalonnais and Beaujolais, is an area home to 43 appellations, including 5 Crus and 1er Crus. Renowned for offering the best value for money among Burgundy whites, there is an endless range of styles, extending to reds and Crémants. Alain Echalier explains more.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

Mogens Olesen, owner of Château Lecusse, and a serial entrepreneur

The 72-year-old Dane answers our questions in impeccable French, in the car driven by his wife.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

No-low wines: a full-fledged market category

In its definition of wine, the International Organisation of Vine and Wine specifies that it must have a minimum ABV of 8.5%, with regional exceptions of 7%. Many countries have used this as a model for their own regulations, compelling them to find another term for these uber-trendy drinks. We interviewed producers in France, Italy and South Africa to find out more.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

Wines Overland: the gateway to Asia-Pacific for European wines

Philippe Carrant and Michael Rogers are two like-minded partners who created Wines Overland to help European winegrowers export their wines to the Asia-Pacific region.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

Montalcino, the ‘promised land’ for Sangiovese in Tuscany.

Brunello di Montalcino is, without doubt, one of the most significant designations both in Italy and worldwide, but few people know its history.

Discovery

03 Feb 2022

AMKA GROUP : Looking to the long-term

What started off in 1978 as a hobby for Anna-Marie and Karsten Søndergaard, who sold wines to friends and family from their garage in a small village in Denmark, has evolved into a multi-million-bottle business spanning 9 North European countries. Their son and current AMKA CEO Frank Søndergaard outlines the company’s ethos and growth prospects across the region.

Discovery

02 Feb 2022

Are Bordeaux Cabernets under threat?

In around 2050, the Bordeaux wine region is likely to experience weather patterns similar to today’s climate in central Spain. Merlot is already in the hot spot, which obviously begs the question – will global warming affect other varieties such as the Cabernets (Franc and Sauvignon)? Their growing cycle at least could undergo profound changes, leading to transformations in style and structure. Gilbert & Gaillard travelled to the vineyards to find out more.