Counterfeit wine scams “tip of the iceberg”
Huge amounts of counterfeit wines are yet to be uncovered according to Serena Sutcliffe MW.
Tuesday, July 17th, 2012 No Comments »Bordeaux
US fine wine market larger than thought
The US fine wine market is significantly bigger than many believe according to Vinfolio chairman Jean-Michel Valette MW.
Wednesday, July 11th, 2012 3 Comments »Fine wine course kicks off with California
Attendees of Vienna’s Fine and Rare Wine Specialist course were shown the evolution of Californian wine on day one of the education programme.
Monday, July 9th, 2012 No Comments »Focus on SWAG says Fine Wine Fund
As inflation increases in Western Europe, the Fine Wine Fund has reminded investors – with reference to a new book – that fine wine, like gold, is a store of value.
Monday, July 9th, 2012 No Comments »Bordeaux slump hits auction figures
The world’s five biggest auction houses have reported a 25% slump during the first half of 2012.
Wednesday, July 4th, 2012 No Comments »Calon-Ségur sold to Suravenir Assurances
Château Calon-Ségur has been sold to Suravenir Assurances for €170 million.
Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012 No Comments »Don’t swallow urges Bordeaux festival
The biennial Fête le Vin is so concerned about alcohol abuse that they encourage festival-goers to only taste, and not swallow, the wine.
Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012 No Comments »Bright Food buys stake in Bordeaux broker
China’s second largest food maker, Bright Food Group, is to buy a 70% stake in independent wine broker Diva Bordeaux.
Monday, June 25th, 2012 No Comments »Bordeaux – Evaluating en primeur
Its judgement day for Bordeaux en primeur as Liv-ex casts an eye over the best and the rest in its prestige survey.
Thursday, June 21st, 2012 No Comments »Lafite worst performer of 2012 so far
Of all the first growths Lafite has proven to be the worst performer in the first half of 2012.
Wednesday, June 20th, 2012 No Comments »
