Archive for September, 2009

Fendant in the mountains

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

“Gstaad my love” the saying goes and I have to say it is a great place for loving - just ask Mr Goedhuis. Mountains in summer are seriously pretty

Dinner with Nicolas Potel

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Nicolas Potel is one of our favourite Burgundy producers. He has both an impeccable pedigree and impressive experience. He has recently moved to a new

Can Wine Really Age Anymore?

Monday, September 28th, 2009

I am turning 40 very, very soon. Like any wine drinker wanting to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event, I knew I had to welcome it with open arms and with a wine

Riedel: Can you really taste the difference?

Saturday, September 26th, 2009

In a word, yes! I was recently lucky enough to attend a tasting at Vinopolis lead by Maximilian Riedel, CEO of Riedel Crystal of America and the 11th generation

2009 at Lafon Rochet

Friday, September 25th, 2009

More from our friend Basile Tesseron at Chateau Lafon Rochet. We are really enjoying their blog.
Dear Friends,
Yesturday we have picked our first grapes and believe me, they are good.