Golden age in Burgundy due to biodynamics
Burgundy’s improved vineyard practices have thrust the region into a new golden age, according to Jacques Devauges, technical director at Domaine de l’Arlot.
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013 No Comments »France
French government to auction cellar
The French government is to auction off part of its cellar as the state seeks to raise funds to battle the national debt.
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013 No Comments »Chablis embraces organics
Chablis is embracing organic viticultural practices as a new generation of growers attempts to protect the region’s valuable soils
Friday, April 19th, 2013 No Comments »Hine Cognac put up for sale
Hine Cognac has been put up for sale by its UK-based owners CL World Brands.
Thursday, April 18th, 2013 No Comments »Fungus resistant grape variety unveiled
A Swiss laboratory has unveiled a new grape variety that is resistant to mildew and other fungal diseases.
Tuesday, April 16th, 2013 1 Comment »Languedoc co-op focuses on Rhône
A leading co-operative from the Languedoc is pushing its range of Côtes du Rhône as it seeks to capitalise on the region’s popularity in the UK.
Tuesday, April 16th, 2013 No Comments »Bordeaux can make serious rosé
Bordeaux has the ability to produce high-end rosés to rival those made in Provence, according to Jean Christophe Mau of Château Brown.
Monday, April 15th, 2013 No Comments »Angelus owner to release ‘affordable’ Bordeaux range
Hubert de Boüard, co-owner of Château Angélus in St Emilion, is to release a range of “affordable” Bordeaux wines onto the international market this year.
Friday, April 12th, 2013 No Comments »Château Ausone dubs St Emilion classification ‘a mess’
Pauline Vauthier, winemaker and co-manager of Château Ausone, has gone on record to voice her anger over the St Emilion classification, dubbing it “a big mess.”
Wednesday, April 10th, 2013 No Comments »Figeac “won’t change” under Rolland
The style of Château Figeac will not change now that Michel Rolland has been taken on as a consultant, the château’s director Frédéric Faye has insisted.
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