The Proust Questionnaire: Randall Grahm
This week, the original Rhône Ranger Randall Grahm talks of his admiration for Don Quixote, splashing out on Burgundy and why he’d have Heidegger over for dinner.
Thursday, May 17th, 2012 1 Comment »Burgundy
England and China noted in rules of wine
The Daily Telegraph newspaper has produced what it calls “a guide to the latest developments on Planet Grape.”
Thursday, May 17th, 2012 No Comments »Bacteria, not blending, brings complexity
Complexity in wine is a function of soil bacteria and not winemaking, according to Michel Chapoutier.
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012 2 Comments »Brunello promo to provide Bordeaux alternatives
Justerini & Brooks is to send out its first specific Brunello offer at the end of May to highlight the value and stylistic diversity in the Tuscan region.
Monday, May 14th, 2012 No Comments »Acker prepares for “greatest auction” of 2012
Château Latour and over 100 lots of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti will dominate Acker Merrall & Condit’s next Hong Kong auction.
Monday, May 14th, 2012 No Comments »French wine campaign to tap Chinese market
Newly elected French president Francois Hollande is to promote French wine in China through a series of events in the country.
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 2 Comments »Burgundy grabs headlines but claret buying sees a shift
Burgundy was the star attraction at last week’s auctions in Hong Kong and London but it was the sales of claret that most betrayed changing buying trends.
Monday, April 23rd, 2012 No Comments »Louis Latour seeks solutions in Beaujolais
Maison Louis Latour is stepping up its activity in Beaujolais as a solution to the increasing pressure on Burgundy’s Pinot Noir supplies.
Friday, April 6th, 2012 No Comments »Market review: Cautiously optimistic
The second half of 2011 saw a downturn in the fine wine market, but the long-term fundamentals remain in place.
Wednesday, April 4th, 2012 No Comments »US consignor boosts Sotheby’s sale
The opening two-day sale of the Sotheby’s spring season in Hong Kong was 100% sold and raised HK$63.6 million.
Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012 No Comments »
