Château d’Yquem 2023 marks the third exceptional vintage in a remarkable trilogy, showcasing how modern Sauternes is evolving while remaining rooted in tradition. Tasted in Amsterdam with winemaker Toni El Khawand, this new release reveals a young Yquem in full voice, combining freshness, precision and long-term promise.

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.

Taaibosch Wines has re-emerged as one of South Africa’s most compelling Helderberg estates, built around a Cabernet Franc–led vision shaped by maritime influence and distinctive soils. Under the guidance of Schalk Willem Joubert, the flagship Crescendo expresses restraint, texture and terroir-driven precision rather than power.

Restaurant Het Koetshuis, nestled in the forests near Bennekom, is a quietly iconic Dutch fine dining destination where classical French cuisine, thoughtful wine pairings, and family heritage come together. In this Chefs & Cellars feature, we explore Danny Löhr’s philosophy on hospitality, Burgundy-driven wine culture, and a refined tasting menu that reflects nearly four decades of culinary craftsmanship in the Netherlands.

In Chefs & Cellars S02E02 we visit Restaurant Het Koetshuis in Bennekom, where Danny Lohr shares how this culinary institute blends classical French cuisine with one of the most exciting Burgundy-focused wine cellars in the Netherlands. Discover the philosophy, heritage and wine culture that make Restaurant Het Koetshuis a must-visit destination in the Veluwe.

High above the Tuscan coast near Riparbella, Caiarossa is redefining biodynamic winemaking with mosaic terroirs, scientific precision, and a Bordeaux-driven philosophy of balance. Under Alexander van Beek, the estate crafts expressive Sangiovese and Bordeaux-blend wines that capture the energy, freshness, and authenticity of coastal Tuscany.