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Why Are Burgundy Prices Rising?

Since the days of Cain and Abel, sibling rivalries have dotted history in many shapes and forms. William and Harry – famously separated after Megxit. The Jacksons all hated each other.  Liam and Noel, not only took each other to court but broke up one of the most popular, not to mention successful, bands Britain… Continue reading Why Are Burgundy Prices Rising?

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Burgundy Wine: The Ultimate Guide

Burgundy is to poetry what Bordeaux is to prose. The region – known as Bourgogne in French – is teeny tiny compared to behouth Bordeaux but my goodness does it pack a punch! It’s influence is huge in the wine world. Understanding Burgundy is like climbing Mount Everest for wine professionals. It’s complexity is legendary,… Continue reading Burgundy Wine: The Ultimate Guide

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Guide to Wine Classifications in France, Italy & Germany

When I was about 16, I was always surrounded by my crew. That’s what we called our huge group of friends in South London in the early nineties. Our friends were our lifeline; this was pre-internet, pre-mobile phone days so we had no one else but our crew to connect with. My crew was everything… Continue reading Guide to Wine Classifications in France, Italy & Germany

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The 10 Best Wine Regions of the World

Just 10% of countries produce a staggering 80% of the world’s wine. And just four countries produce over half that amount. France is of course top of the leaderboard when it comes to considering the best wine regions in the world, despite it not being the most prolific. Personal taste aside, we detail the top… Continue reading The 10 Best Wine Regions of the World

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Age-Worthy Wine Guide: How to Buy Wine for Aging

We all know the drill. Buy a bottle of wine, let it age, sell it at a profit. Or, at least that’s what’s meant to happen. Because all wine gets better with age, right? Erm … no. Fine wine, yes. You’ve probably got a few years left on that 1990 Chateau Margaux you’ve been keeping… Continue reading Age-Worthy Wine Guide: How to Buy Wine for Aging

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