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    Immersion in the heart of Château Gilette

    by Lou Heriche 23 November 2023

    Château Gilette is a small Sauternes cru, but legendary for its old vintages. What is the unusual history of this estate? The Médeville family has owned Château Gilette since the …

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    The 1954 vintage, a contrasting vintage

    by Julie Berteloot 9 November 2023
    9 November 2023

    Bordeaux 1954, a vintage too quickly forgotten The 1954 vintage is a rather forgotten Bordeaux vintage, located between two great vintages, 1953 and 1955. It is not as poorly regarded…

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    Richebourg appellation

    by Lou Heriche 26 October 2023
    26 October 2023

    The Richebourg appellation, located in the village of Vosne-Romanée in Burgundy, is small in size but big in elegance. It is recognized as one of the first great names in red Burgundy. Richebourg wines are rich and full-bodied, with silky tannins and an often long, persistent finish. Leading Richebourg producers include Domaine de la Romanée Conti, Domaine Leroy, Domaine Anne Gros …

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    Vintage 1974, a disappointing vintage

    by Lou Heriche 12 October 2023
    12 October 2023

    Bordeaux 1974, when the rain ruins everything After a rather ordinary spring, the month of May started with heavy rains, followed by frost which hit parts of the Médoc on…

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    Who is Lalou Bize Leroy?

    by Lou Heriche 28 September 2023
    28 September 2023

    Lalou Bize Leroy, an influential and innovative winemaker, has been a fervent advocate of biodynamic viticulture since 1988. Owner of the prestigious Domaine Leroy in Burgundy, she is renowned for her hard work, exacting standards and avant-garde vision. Her wines, among the most expensive and sought-after, fully reflect the terroir and are renowned for their complexity and great concentration. Lalou Bize Leroy is also known for her prestige tastings, where she shares the “treasures” of her estate with experts from around the world.

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    Is 1994 a good vintage?

    by Lou Heriche 14 September 2023
    14 September 2023

    The 1994 vintage was of average quality throughout the French vineyards, even if it was better than the three previous vintages. 1994 was not an exceptional vintage, but some regions…

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    Le Clos Saint Jean and the mysteries of Cuvée Deus Ex-Machina

    by Lou Heriche 31 August 2023
    31 August 2023

    What does “deus ex machina” mean? Used in theater, this expression signifies the intervention of a god, a supernatural being brought down to the stage by means of a machine.…

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    The different sizes of wine bottle

    by Lou Heriche 3 August 2023
    3 August 2023

    Why does a standard bottle of wine contain 75cl? Now the standard, this bottle format was created in the 18th century (then regulated by law in 1866) to standardize trade…

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    Our review of the 2004 vintage

    by Lou Heriche 20 July 2023
    20 July 2023

    Are you looking for a 2004 wine for a tasting, to celebrate a birthday or to build up your cellar of old wines? Discover our full review of the 2004…

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    Our review of the 2003 vintage

    by Lou Heriche 13 July 2023
    13 July 2023

    Are you looking for a 2003 wine for a tasting, to celebrate a birthday or to build up your old wine cellar? Discover our full review of the 2003 vintage…

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