The Ultimate Resource for Fine Wine Lovers.

Philippe Castéja, chairman of Borie-Manoux and steward of iconic estates such as Château Batailley, offers a rare insider’s perspective on how Bordeaux balances heritage, terroir and modern precision in a rapidly changing fine wine world. From La Place de Bordeaux to climate adaptation and evolving consumer expectations, this in-depth interview reveals why patience, culture and long-term vision remain Bordeaux’s greatest strengths.

Discover Maremma Toscana through an in-depth masterclass with Cantina Vignaioli del Morellino di Scansano, exploring the region’s maritime terroir, diverse soils, and the distinction between Maremma Toscana DOC and Morellino di Scansano DOCG. Featuring detailed wine reviews and DWA scores, this article highlights how Sangiovese and international varieties express a distinctive coastal Tuscan identity.

Oremus Tokaj stands at the forefront of the region’s modern renaissance, combining historic terroir, volcanic soils and meticulous vineyard research to redefine both dry Furmint and Tokaji Aszú. Backed by TEMPOS Vega Sicilia, the estate demonstrates how patience, precision and long-term vision have reshaped Tokaj into one of Europe’s most compelling fine wine regions today.

At Weingut Gesellmann in Austria’s Mittelburgenland, Albert Gesellmann has played a defining role in elevating Blaufränkisch to one of Europe’s most compelling red wine expressions, combining ripe Pannonian warmth with structure, spice, and precision. Through old vines, clay-rich soils, and a clear terroir focus, Gesellmann’s wines show why Mittelburgenland is widely regarded as the heartland of world-class Blaufränkisch.

Macán is a modern Rioja project born from the long-term vision of the Rothschild and Álvarez families, built on patience, precision, and a deep respect for Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa terroir. Through meticulous vineyard selection, restrained winemaking, and a clear stylistic identity expressed in Macán and Macán Clásico, the estate demonstrates how contemporary Rioja can combine elegance, freshness, and longevity without sacrificing regional soul.

In this in-depth exploration of South African wine, Avondale and Jordan reveal how the Cape’s future is being shaped by two contrasting yet complementary philosophies, balancing biodynamic farming, precision viticulture and an evolving understanding of terroir. Set against climate pressure and shifting ripening patterns, their stories show how innovation and classical structure are redefining Stellenbosch and the wider Cape wine identity.