November 2019

CALIFORNIA LOVE

Desire for the Golden State’s top drops reaches fever pitch

German fizz is seducing palates around the world

We take part in a once-in-a-lifetime Champagne tasting in Épernay

Champagne’s winemakers are pushing for quality over quantity

South Africa’s new wave winemakers are shaking things up across the country

Sir Ian Botham partners with Hush Heath Estate in Kent on an English wine brand

Hollywood actor John Malkovich tells us about starting his own Provence wine brand

The country’s producers are concentrating on terroir and releasing high quality wines

Drinks brands are investing in their travel retail presence with exclusive releases

James Lawrence explores how closures producers are using the latest technology to create eco-friendly seals and tackle counterfeiting.

While it may only produce a small amount of Pinot Noir, New Zealand punches well above its weight when it comes to quality.

Argentine producers are starting to experiment with white varieties to create terroir-driven expressions throughout the country.

Non-vintage and, indeed, vintage Champagne are now fighting against other premium styles.

Contemporary art and fine wine are both forms of cultural expression, and our artist labels help to raise the consumer’s experience.

Tequila and mezcal are increasingly popular, and their success has been driven by celebrity endorsements.