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A tasting a century in the making – trying a 100 year-old Champagne forgotten in the cellar of France's most famous chef

Our Champagne correspondent was invited to Ruinart for an incredible vertical tasting of eight wines spanning 100 years.

Taking the road west of Melbourne to discover Victoria's best-kept wine secret – Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula

Small and mighty...

Why Burgundy's Hautes-Côtes will be the region's next 'big thing'

Burgundy's appellations of the future...

Stones, coins and carbon: Why Lamole's elevation is its most precious asset

As summers get hotter, Chianti Classico’s highest and coolest UGA is becoming increasingly coveted.

Panel tasting results: Make these your go-to Provence rosés this summer

Summer in a bottle...

Three reasons to start drinking Albana, Romagna's signature white grape

Romagna's golden grape...

Get a taste of the ancient Mediterranean with these Cretan wines

A taste of history...

Bardstown Bourbon Cascadia Garryana Oak Barrel Finished Review

Distillery: Bardstown Bourbon Company – Bardstown, Kentucky Proof: 107.3 (53.75% ABV) Age: Compounded: 9.9 Years Mashbill: Compounded: 70.9% Corn, 18.4% Rye, 10.7% Malted Barley MSRP: $100/ 375 mL One of the More Distinct Finished Bourbons on the Market Bardstown Bourbon Company Cascadia Garryana Oak Barrel Finish is a release that puts the finishing wood in the […] The post Bardstown Bourbon Cascadia Garryana Oak Barrel Finished Review appeared first on Bourbon Inspector .

Gordon & MacPhail Creates Rare Whisky Collection With Sir Kenny Dalglish

What if your life milestones could be bottled as whisky? Gordon & MacPhail’s Vintage Moments creates five ultra-rare vintage malts—starting with Dalglish.

The Millionaires� Club 2026: the world�s bestselling Scotch brands

Scotch whisky had a difficult year in The Millionaires’ Club, with combined volumes among the Scotch brands falling from 69.5 million to 67.4 million cases.

Stalin ve Efsanevi Şarap Kavı

Bugün Reuters kaynaklı ilginç bir haber düştü önümüze. Stalin’in efsanevi şarap kavı Gürcistan’ın başkenti Tiflis’te halka açılmış. Bugüne kadar bilinen Stalin ve Efsanevi Şarap Kavı yazısı ilk önce Meleklerin Payı üzerinde ortaya çıktı.

Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser

Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser Blended Straight Whiskey 61.3% ABV $160 Website We would like to thank Beam Suntory and SAVONA COMMUNICATIONS for sending us a sample to review. What the Distillery Says Ten whole chapters of Little Book, and through every one of them, I’ve learned something new. Back in the beginning, […] The post Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser first appeared on Whisk(e)y Apostle: Proselytizing the way of the malt .

Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano

Located in Montepulciano, a historic Italian town between Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia, is one of its most prestigious wineries, Fattoria della Talosa. Along with superior wines are barrel cellars and a tasting room in underground tunnels excavated by the Etruscans over 2200 years ago, then used as military bunkers during World War II. Intrigued? After […] READ MORE The post Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano appeared first on Grape Experiences .

Final Days to Register in Starwards ‘Rules for the New Old Fashioned’ competition

Registration for Starwards ‘Rules for the New Old Fashioned’ competition are still open, but not for long. The competition challenges entrants to create their own take on the Old Fashioned using Starward Whisky, pushing beyond tradition while still respecting the bones of the classic. It’s less about throwing random ingredients at a glass and more… The post Final Days to Register in Starwards ‘Rules for the New Old Fashioned’ competition appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .

5 Rums: T.D.L. 2001 / 2009 / 2016

Sometimes I just need a small incentive to start a new rum session. In this case a pile of T.D.L. samples was a perfect occasion. Enjoy!  T.D.L. 25 yo 2001 (57,2%, Compagnie des Indes for Asia 2026) Nose: brilliant fruits. Guava, pink grapefruit, hints of passion fruit syrup and bits of mango. Then some flower petals, hints of rosehip tea, tiny drops of camphor and mint. The energy is incredible. Also subtle hints of cinnamon, molasses and light fusel oils. Mouth: now the fruity core gets a little overshadowed by an overload of mint, polished leather and pine needles. Sure, there's still mango, pineapple and peach sweetness, a hint of resinous honey, but then more salty liquorice, ginger and bitter drops of herbal extracts. Finish: long and rich, with the resinous notes and herbal tea in front row.A gorgeous nose, no doubt, and then an ever so slight deception because the tropical juiciness doesn't explode in the mouth. Worth checking out though, if you're in Asia. Check with Comp

Today indie Dallas Dhu

Dallas Dhu 26 yo (44.5%, Cadenhead, black dumpy, late 1980s) Dallas Dhu 50 yo 1971 (43.7%, Gordon & MacPhail, Connoisseurs Choice Heritage Collection, Refill American Hogshead, +/-2022-2026)

Making Starter Wort

<div class="bbWrapper">Hi Guys,<br /> <br /> I was thinking of making an all grain starter wort and storing in 330ml cans. I do not have a pressure canner.<br /> <br /> I would love some advise but as a starting point, I was thinking... Brew a high g

Drink of the Week: The Pallini Spritz

Summer is arriving early in New York thanks to Pallini Limoncello. To celebrate the city's first-ever Pallini Lemon Week (June 15–22), the Italian liqueur brand is spotlighting the Pallini Spritz, a refreshing serve inspired by the Amalfi Coast and Italy's aperitivo culture.Bright, bubbly, and easy to make, it's the perfect warm-weather sip. [...] The post Drink of the Week: The Pallini Spritz appeared first on Chilled Magazine .

June Whiskies of the Month: World Environment Day

The post June Whiskies of the Month: World Environment Day appeared first on The Scotch Whisky Experience .

Aperol Substitute Guide: What Works Best in a Spritz?

Looking for an Aperol substitute? Discover the best alternatives for Spritz cocktails and learn which options work best for your taste. The post Aperol Substitute Guide: What Works Best in a Spritz? appeared first on Crafty Bartending .

Oregon's Willamette Valley // Location: Alexandria, VA

Friday, July 10, 20267:00 - 8:00 PM

Grapes You've Never Heard Of // Location: Alexandria, VA

Cape Crusaders: The Wines of South Africa // Location: Alexandria, VA

Saturday, July 25, 20266:00 - 7:00 PM