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California meets Amsterdam, Jackson Family Wines tasting organized by Kemme Wines.
7 February 2026

Kemme Wines and Jackson Family Wines: A Focus on California

Kemme Wines presents a focused California wine tasting featuring Jackson Family Wines, highlighting terroir-driven Chardonnay and mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon from some of the state’s most respected estates. Through a curated selection spanning Sonoma, Santa Barbara, Knights Valley, and Napa Valley, the tasting showcased modern California wine defined by freshness, structure, and long-term ageing potential.

Niels Aarts

Château Haut-Bailly.
4 February 2026

Château Haut-Bailly – Custodians of Style Beyond Fashion

Château Haut-Bailly is one of the great reference estates of Pessac-Léognan, defined by more than eight centuries of history, a commitment to elegance over fashion, and a distinctive, tactile wine style. In conversation with Véronique Sanders – van Beek, this in-depth article explores Haut-Bailly’s philosophy, recent evolution, and tastings from 2015 to 2022, highlighting why the château remains a benchmark for classic yet contemporary Bordeaux.

Niels Aarts

Château Phélan Ségur.
28 January 2026

Château Phélan Ségur – Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Saint-Estèphe

Château Phélan Ségur has quietly redefined its position in Saint-Estèphe, producing precise, terroir-driven Bordeaux wines that increasingly stand alongside classified growths despite its unclassified status. Based on an in-depth interview with General Manager Véronique Dausse and extensive tastings, this article explores how viticulture, cellar precision and long-term vision have allowed Phélan Ségur to break the glass ceiling on its own terms.

Niels Aarts

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