Discover the story of Dalla Valle Vineyards, the iconic Oakville estate whose Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blends have earned a place among Napa Valley’s most celebrated wines. From founders Gustav and Naoko Dalla Valle to second-generation winemaker Maya Dalla Valle, the estate’s legacy is defined by precision, biodynamic farming and an unwavering commitment to expressing its exceptional hillside vineyard.
Explore the defining differences between Bordeaux’s Left and Right Banks, from the Cabernet Sauvignon-driven gravel soils of the Médoc to the Merlot-dominated clay and limestone terroirs of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. Discover how geography, climate, viticulture and a growing focus on sustainability continue to shape the wines and evolving identity of Bordeaux.
Discover the wine philosophy of Restaurant Le Barrage in Alblasserdam, where sommelier Luc Kaminski and the Willaerts Group team combine an extensive cellar with thoughtful wine service and a spirit of discovery. From Burgundy and Tuscany to the collaboration with KITA, wine at Le Barrage ultimately begins with the guest at the table.
Ontdek de Dutch Wine Apprentice Wine Club: een nieuwe reeks Fine Wine & Fine Dining evenementen in Nederland, met twee formats—BYOB en Wine Gems—voor wijnliefhebbers die willen proeven, delen en verbinden. Schrijf je in voor updates en de eerste edities, en blijf op de hoogte van thema-avonden rond topregio’s als Bourgogne, Bordeaux, Toscane en Piemonte.
Sebastián Zuccardi explores the future of Argentine wine through Malbec, terroir and the diverse vineyards of the Uco Valley. From Piedra Infinita to high-altitude white wines, his vision places origin and increasingly precise expressions of place at the heart of Argentina’s next chapter.
BOND explores Napa Valley through five exceptional hillside vineyards—Quella, Melbury, St. Eden, Vecina and Pluribus—each producing a distinctive expression of Cabernet Sauvignon. In conversation with Will Harlan, we trace BOND’s origins, its vineyard-driven philosophy and the remarkable individuality of the acclaimed 2022 vintage.
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