The Michelin Guide entering the world of wine put focus on one of the peculiarities of wine ratings ... the missing ratings. I think that most wine journalists have winemakers or producers that will not receive them .... for different reasons ... some I am sure for valid reasons ... others …
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Get in the Hospices de Beaune mood
Time to get in Auction mood ! ... will come with some last minute recommandations just before the auction! The Auction itself is held on November 15th 2026 If you need an earlier and more thorough view ... let me know, 2026 is a very unusual vintage. So pay attention ... the range of outcomes …
Visit to Domaine Bertrand Machard de Gramont – Tasting the 2025s
Domaine Bertrand Machard de Gramont - also known as Domaine Axelle Machard de Gramont - is one of my fixed annual tastings. I missed out on the 2024 tasting ... was fed up with 2024s at the time, but tasting some of the 2024s this time also proved me wrong ... Axelle seems to have gotten her …
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Skyaasen – 2025 … a quick visit
Skyaasen is a relatively new micro-négociant located in the very core of Meursault. The estate was started 6 years ago by a Norwegian-American couple who moved to Burgundy in 2017. Skyaasen - the Story Skyaasen is the brainchild of Olivia and Joachim. Joachim grew up in Norway and Olivia in …
Visiting Frédéric Mugnier
We have now completed round two of our Vin d'émotion photo series … awaiting another round with great pleasure in May 2027. Stay ready and tuned for more photos by the captivating Dr. Chua Yang. The last photo interview was with the for-me legendary winemaker Frédéric Mugnier. I have to be …