Archive for October, 2010

20+ Years of Beaucastel

Wednesday, October 13th, 2010

Last week, I was fortunate to be experience a fantastic dinner celebrating over 20 years of Beaucastel. Hosted by Marc Perrin and Mistral, Beaucastel’s agent in the UK

Burgundy 2010 Harvest Update

Monday, October 11th, 2010

The 2010 harvest in Burgundy is looking optimistic despite earlier apprehension.
When David and I were tasting through some of the 2009s in early September, some growers were a bit nervous

An inspired wedding gift

Wednesday, October 6th, 2010

Mixed cases are not something we really like to do – for several very good practical reasons. However, for our best clients we can and will make the odd exception.

Ch Durfort Vivens Harvest Report

Monday, October 4th, 2010

More news from Bordeaux as the harvest continues. Some fascinating facts and figures as Gonzague Lurton of Durfort Vivens compares 2010 to 2000, 2005 and 2009.