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videoSpectacular! - Extreme Altitude - Argentine Wine Review
The 2022 Francisco Puga y Familia ‘Honorem’ Red Blend is a standout selection from the Calchaquí Valleys in Northern Argentina. Far removed from the mainstream Malbecs of Mendoza, this wine is a product of extreme altitude viticulture, sourced from vineyards perched between 5,000 and 8,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains. ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREM
video5 Truly Bizarre Wine Facts You’ve Never Heard!
In this overview of the stranger side of wine, Bordeaux-trained winemaker Julien Miquel explores five bizarre facts that highlight wine's historical, scientific, and supernatural dimensions. 00:00 - Top 5 Weirdest Wine Facts Intro 00:55 - "Liquid Blood" in Ancient Egypt 02:27 - The "Space Wine" Experiment 04:14 - Oenophobi The Fear of Wine 05:41 - Hippocrates Loved Wine 07:04 - Angel’s Share and Devil’s Cut ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina
videoHave you ever added salt to your wine?🧂🍷
Probably not. And no, we are not suggesting you start sprinkling it into your glass. But salt on your plate can completely change how a wine tastes. It can soften bitterness, tame sharp acidity, and allow fruit and texture to come forward. The result is a wine that feels smoother, rounder, and more balanced. In this video, Julien explains why understanding this simple interaction can elevate almost any bottle at your table. Sometimes better wine is not about spending more. It is about pairing sm
videoExtreme Altitude Malbec - Your 2026 Argentina Collection
Today Julien is introducing you to your new 2026 Argentine wine collection, like every year with our wine club, we went around the extreme altitude vineyards of the Andes mountains to find the finest extreme altitude Malbec wines we could find, import them to the US and deliver them to your doorstep, we shipped them from the remote province of Salta in the far North of Argentina, through the oceans and all the way to you, so you can enjoy their unique characteristics. I’m going to make 2 separat
videoThis Wine Aged in Space (Seriously)
Turns out, when you take wine out of Earth, it doesn’t behave the same way. Different conditions, different results… and a reminder that wine is more than just time in a bottle. This is just one of those moments that makes you look at wine a little differently. This story is part of our video “5 Truly Bizarre Wine Facts You’ve Never Heard!” Do you want to know more? Enjoy the full video now. See you there!
videoYOU SHOULD TRY this Italian wine, OR NOT! - Brunello di Montalcino
Today, Julien switches from a overview of the Brunello di Montalcino appellation to a practical tasting of a 2017 vintage. The goal is to define the sensory characteristics—flavor, aroma, body, and texture—that constitute a "quintessential" Brunello. 00:00 - Tasting Brunello di Montalcino Intro 01:53 - Marchesi Antinori's Pian delle Vigne 04:28 - How good is Brunello di Montalcino? ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Cli
videoWine Legends: The First Super Tuscan Wine - (How Good is Tignanello?)
Today, Julien tastes and reviews a wine legend, the first "Super Tuscan" wines made by legendary producer Marchesi Antinori in the heart of Italy. 00:00 - Tignanello Super Tuscan Legend Intro 01:40 - Need-to-Know about Tignanello 03:48 - Rating Tignanello & Tasting Notes ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREME ALTITUDE WINES! Want to Taste Wine from the Most Remote Vineya
videoThe BEST Champagne Brands - Tasting G.H.Mumm!
Today Julien tastes and reviews the quality of one of the most popular brand of Champagne, one of the most famous house: G.H. Mumm. He also compares it to the quality of other Top sparkling wines such as Moet & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot or Taittinger and assesses how Mumm fares against them. G.H. Mumm is one of the world’s most recognized Champagne houses, celebrated for its long-standing association with victory and celebration. Founded in Reims in 1827, the house quickly established a reputation
videoA $100 Bordeaux that drinks like something far more expensive.
From the prestigious Margaux appellation, Château Giscours offers the kind of structure, elegance, and aging potential that defines the great wines of Bordeaux. Not just a good bottle, a smart one. Watch the full tasting with Julien to see why.
videoThis Wine Confused Me…
Some wines make sense right away. Others make you work for it. Brunello di Montalcino is often the second kind, shaped by the rolling hills of Tuscany, long aging, and the structure of Sangiovese grown in one of Italy’s most respected regions. They can feel a bit closed at first. A little unexpected. But give them a moment, and everything starts to come together. That’s part of the experience. Watch the full tasting and see how this one evolves.
videoTignanello changed the course of Italian wine…
When it was first released, it broke with tradition and helped redefine what Tuscany could be. Decades later, it remains one of the most talked-about bottles in the world. But reputation and price are not always the same thing. Is it truly worth it? Watch the full video for the background, tasting notes, and final verdict.
videoThis is the Wine Explorer’s Club!
“The Wine Explorer’s Club is our way of bringing the world’s most remote vineyards directly to your doorstep”. - Will Bonner. Founder, Bonner Private Wine Partnership Each collection is carefully curated from small, high-altitude producers crafting wines far from commercial routes and retail shelves. These are bottles you won’t find in stores — selected for their character, origin, and authenticity. Our next Collection, the Argentine Collection 2026, is now ready. Sourced from some of Argentina’
videoThe BEST (French) WINE for $100!
Today, Bordeaux-trained winemaker Julien Miquel introduces Château Giscours, a "Third Growth" estate from the prestigious Margaux appellation. Despite its official 1855 classification, Miquel argues that Giscours is one of the world's best value propositions in fine wine, often outperforming "Second Growth" estates while retailing for a relatively accessible $70–$110. 00:00 - $100 wine recommendation intro 00:40 - The Finesse of Margaux, Bordeaux 02:13 - Meet Château Giscours winery 04:47 - The
videoA $100 Bordeaux that drinks like something far more expensive.
From the prestigious Margaux appellation, Château Giscours offers the kind of structure, elegance, and aging potential that defines the great wines of Bordeaux. Not just a good bottle, a smart one. Watch the full tasting with Julien to see why.
videoThis is a Jaw-Dropping Malbec !
Some wines become more interesting with age. Atypico is proving exactly that. This 2019 vintage now shows the kind of balance and depth that only time can bring, while keeping the intensity that defines high-altitude fruit. A strong example of what is inside of our Argentina Collection 2026. Full video and complete tasting very soon! Subscribe and turn on notifications. See you there🍷
videoThis Wine Aged in Space (Seriously)
Turns out, when you take wine out of Earth, it doesn’t behave the same way. Different conditions, different results… and a reminder that wine is more than just time in a bottle. This is just one of those moments that makes you look at wine a little differently. This story is part of our video “5 Truly Bizarre Wine Facts You’ve Never Heard!” Do you want to know more? Enjoy the full video now. See you there!
videoThis Wine Confused Me…
Some wines make sense right away. Others make you work for it. Brunello di Montalcino is often the second kind, shaped by the rolling hills of Tuscany, long aging, and the structure of Sangiovese grown in one of Italy’s most respected regions. They can feel a bit closed at first. A little unexpected. But give them a moment, and everything starts to come together. That’s part of the experience. Watch the full tasting and see how this one evolves.
videoThis is a Jaw-Dropping Malbec !
Some wines become more interesting with age. Atypico is proving exactly that. This 2019 vintage now shows the kind of balance and depth that only time can bring, while keeping the intensity that defines high-altitude fruit. A strong example of what is inside of our Argentina Collection 2026. Full video and complete tasting very soon! Subscribe and turn on notifications. See you there🍷
videoTignanello changed the course of Italian wine…
When it was first released, it broke with tradition and helped redefine what Tuscany could be. Decades later, it remains one of the most talked-about bottles in the world. But reputation and price are not always the same thing. Is it truly worth it? Watch the full video for the background, tasting notes, and final verdict.
videoHave you ever added salt to your wine?🧂🍷
Probably not. And no, we are not suggesting you start sprinkling it into your glass. But salt on your plate can completely change how a wine tastes. It can soften bitterness, tame sharp acidity, and allow fruit and texture to come forward. The result is a wine that feels smoother, rounder, and more balanced. In this video, Julien explains why understanding this simple interaction can elevate almost any bottle at your table. Sometimes better wine is not about spending more. It is about pairing smarter. 🎥Enjoy the full video and discover all Julien’s tips. See you there!
videoThis is the Wine Explorer’s Club!
“The Wine Explorer’s Club is our way of bringing the world’s most remote vineyards directly to your doorstep”. - Will Bonner. Founder, Bonner Private Wine Partnership Each collection is carefully curated from small, high-altitude producers crafting wines far from commercial routes and retail shelves. These are bottles you won’t find in stores — selected for their character, origin, and authenticity. Our next Collection, the Argentine Collection 2026, is now ready. Sourced from some of Argentina’s most secluded and extraordinary terroirs, this six-bottle collection captures the intensity, depth, and purity that only extreme landscapes can produce. Stay tuned — the stories behind these bottles are just beginning to unfold. If you value discovery over convenience, and provenance over popularity, this is your invitation. Subscribe to our channel and join the club at bonnerprivatewines.com.
videoUnderstanding Champagne: Time, Yeast, and the Taste of Toast
Today, Julien, the French winemaker, reveals the "secret" behind Champagne’s prestige: a process called yeast autolysis.While many sparkling wines rely on primary fruit flavors, Champagne’s unique personality is defined by what happens after the secondary bottle fermentation. Once the yeast cells have finished converting sugar into alcohol and CO2, they die and form a sediment known as lees. In Champagne production, the wine is left in contact with these dead cells for years. ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREME ALTITUDE WINES! Want to Taste Wine from the Most Remote Vineyards in the World? (Think 6,000 ft+!!) 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y ____________ The Science of Flavor and Texture Autolysis is essentially the self-digestion of these yeast cells. As their cell walls break down, they release specific compounds that transform the wine: Amino Ac
videoTHE Secret Key to UNLOCK Wine & Food Pairing (It's SALT!)
Julien Miquel’s guide to wine and food pairing, the central argument is that salt is the most powerful tool for achieving a perfect balance between a meal and a bottle. While traditional rules focus on matching colors (white with fish, red with steak), Miquel argues that salt’s ability to chemically transform wine is far more significant. ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREME ALTITUDE WINES! Want to Taste Wine from the Most Remote Vineyards in the World? (Think 6,000 ft+!!) 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y ____________ 00:00 - Salt in Wine & Food Pairing Intro 01:28 - Salt is the "Softener" 02:45 - The Science: Why it Works 04:15 - The "Diamond" Pairings 05:24 - Why You Should Care 1. Salt as a "Softener" Salt acts as a universal filter for the more aggressive elements of wine. For red wines with high tannins that feel "grippy" or bitter, or white w
videoHappy New Year in Wine!
In today's video of the Bonner Private Wines club, host and winemaker Julien Miquel outlines the shifting landscape of the wine industry as it enters 2026. He notes a significant move away from 20th-century rigidities toward a "Drink Less, but Better" philosophy, driven largely by Millennial and Gen Z preferences. Miquel identifies five dominant trends for the year: The Chill Factor: There is a surge in "chillable reds." Consumers are swapping heavy, high-alcohol bottles for lighter, high-acid varieties like Gamay, Frappato, and Criolla. These wines are often crafted from less-ripe grapes to emphasize fruit character over tannins. Bubbles Everywhere: Sparkling wine has transitioned from a celebratory drink to a versatile food pairing. With Champagne prices rising, premium alternatives like Crémant, English Sparkling Wine, and Pet-Nats are seeing record demand for casual dining. "No-Lo" Maturity: Low- and non-alcoholic wines have reached a quality tipping point. Technical innovation