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Henri-Frederic Roch passed away in 2018. In more than one sense, his death marked the end of an era, one of extravagant indulgence where domaines and wines were to a higher degree was formed in respect for history and old traditions, rather than the latest fashion of the oenologues. At Bist'Roch …
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I love to drink great wines, but 30+ degrees centigrade and big Grand Cru do not go hand in hand. Save your big guns for a cooler day! Summer calls for fresh, energetic wines that have a light appearance … frais et léger … a vin VIF. Additionally, the wine should be served …
Global warming is producing more and more phenolically ripe and richer wines. The wines are getting riper and riper, and those with lesser, or smaller, terroirs are losing the crucial balance between sweet ripe fruit and freshness in the form of acidity, terroir and energy. Let's face it ... in …
Vin d'émotion is basically very easy - it's a wine that makes you want to pour another glass ... then the full bottle, before you start checking for the next bottle and where you can get it. In essence, “Joie de vivre” is the beautiful French phrase often used to express a cheerful enjoyment of …
