Archive for May, 2009

Johnny Symington presents his 2007 Ports

Monday, May 18th, 2009

I have never been a great vintage port drinker, and despite my gruff manly appearance you may be surprised to learn that

Montrose, Troplong Mondot, St. Pierre, Rauzan Segla and Canon

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

As the campaign nears the end, several big names made an appearance over the last few days. Montrose, the latest of the Super Seconds, leapt onto the market

Hong Kong: the “velvet underground”

Monday, May 11th, 2009

There is a common perception that Hong Kong is a Bordeaux only drinking town and that Burgundy (some DRC aside) is rarely seen yet alone uncorked

Cos d’Estournel, Pontet Canet, d’Issan, Pavie Macquin and Eglise Clinet

Friday, May 8th, 2009

With the campaign nearing its end, we are delighted to finally see some long awaited 2008 releases. Cos d’Estournel has been one of the most discussed wines during the campaign.

Pichon Baron, Figeac, Clinet, Gloria and others

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

These past few days saw a deluge of 2008 Bordeaux releases. Long-awaited Pichon Baron emerged yesterday. This is one of the stars of the vintage