Making maps of Burgundy's vineyards can be very time consuming, as the number of details is endless. When I make maps, it is to illustrate a story - or perhaps several stories - about wines and producers. A map without a story is like a GPS without a vehicle: It will not take you very …
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The 2020 vintage so far
In these COVID-19 times, amid lockdown, it's important to get some feet-on-the-ground views from Burgundy. My first guestwriter is Mark Thomson, who was previously a part-owner of a domaine and is now enjoying working freelance after 27 years in Burgundy. Here is Mark's view of 2020 so …
About me: The Winehog
I have received some questions about the Winehog and the Winehog "organization," and in these somewhat strange times I figured why not explain how and why I work. Me: Steen Öhman As you have possibly discovered, my name is Steen Öhman. I was born in Denmark in the awful wine year of 1965 - …
New visual indentity for Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux
Domaine Arnaux-Lachaux has introduced a new visual identity to match the invigorated style of the estate wines. Here is Charles Lachaux explaining the new labelling: "We are very proud to introduce you to our new visual identity. We had the desire to help people understand our philosophy …
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The new Winehog rating system – vins d’émotion
My aim with the Winehog is unchanged, but I have for some time wanted a stronger focus on the hedonistic pleasure and simple enjoyment of drinking Burgundies. I have therefore adjusted my mission statement: "My mission is to help readers find more joy and hedonistic pleasure in Burgundy wines; to …
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