The week in pictures
From a devilish cocktail containing chilli-infused pisco to the Tabasco Bloody Mary challenge, it has been fiery week in the drinks industry.
Monday, December 3rd, 2012 No Comments »Burgundy
Krug collection 100% sold in NY
A collection of Krug direct from the house’s cellar was 100% sold at Sotheby’s New York auction this weekend.
Monday, December 3rd, 2012 No Comments »What’s hot in Hong Kong
There is a burgeoning wine industry in Hong Kong where consumer demand is rising and tastes are changing.
Thursday, November 29th, 2012 2 Comments »Burgundy gets interactive
A new electronic version of Jasper Morris MW’s book Inside Burgundy is promising a more flexible, interactive reference resource for the region.
Wednesday, November 21st, 2012 2 Comments »Priced-out Bordeaux fans shop elsewhere
UK fine wine lovers are abandoning Bordeaux in favour of other regions, as high prices and a run of good European vintages encourage them to seek alternatives.
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012 No Comments »Hong Kong’s autumn auction season heats up
Sales from four major auction houses, starting tomorrow, hope to boost confidence in the Hong Kong and Mainland markets.
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012 No Comments »Asian buyers help Hospices to record sales
The Hospices de Beaune auction enjoyed record sales of €5,909,276 this weekend, with Asian buyers accounting for 12% of value sales.
Monday, November 19th, 2012 No Comments »White Bordeaux and Burgundy shine at auctions
The bidding for top Bordeaux and Burgundy was as heated as ever in Hong Kong and New York this weekend, but it was white wines from both regions that made some of the biggest impressions.
Monday, November 19th, 2012 No Comments »Gruelling but kind harvest in Champagne
Reports from Mumm and Perrier-Jouët have described a difficult year in Champagne but one that has left both houses hopeful of good quality.
Tuesday, November 13th, 2012 No Comments »DRC ‘world’s most important wine producer’
Acker Merrall & Condit’s CEO, John Kapon, has called Domaine de la Romanée-Conti “the world’s most important producer” following a record-breaking sale in Hong Kong.
Tuesday, November 13th, 2012 6 Comments »
