Vincent Girardin
Born in Santenay, the 11th generation winemaker Vincent Girardin, is part of a winemaking family whose origins date back to the 17th century. Although Vincent’s concentration has centered mainly on the lesser-known appellations of the Côte de Beaune, he has recently added a stunning array of premier cru and grand cru wines from some of the most prestigious appellations in Burgundy. In doing so he respects the most important element of Burgundy, the individuality of the terroirs.
Born in Santenay, the 11th generation winemaker Vincent Girardin, is part of a winemaking family whose origins date back to the 17th century. Although Vincent’s concentration has centered mainly on the lesser-known appellations of the Côte de Beaune, he has recently added a stunning array of premier cru and grand cru wines from some of the most prestigious appellations in Burgundy. In doing so he ...
Ken Forrester
Ken Forrester is one of South Africa’s leading winemakers. He worked in restaurants and hotels for several years before acquiring the historic Zandberg vineyard in the heart of Stellenbosch. With most of this vineyard planted with Chenin Blanc, it was decided to enlist the help of good friend and top winemaker, Martin Meinert, with the challenge to produce Chenin Blanc that could rival any white wine in the world. Ken’s philosophy has always been centered on the dining table, creating wines that suitably compliment a wide variety of food styles...
Ken Forrester is one of South Africa’s leading winemakers. He worked in restaurants and hotels for several years before acquiring the historic Zandberg vineyard in the heart of Stellenbosch. With most of this vineyard planted with Chenin Blanc, it was decided to enlist the help of good friend and top winemaker, Martin Meinert, with the challenge to produce Chenin Blanc that could rival any white w...
Napier
Napier is a boutique winery, run by winemaker and estate manager Leon Bester, set in a magnificent valley close to Wellington, in the Western Cape area of South Africa. It is named after Sir George Napier, who was Governor of the Cape of Good Hope from 1837 to 1843. It was Napier that christened the quaint rural town after the famous Duke of Wellington.
Napier vineyards are planted with noble varietals to produce their top wines, a single-vineyard Chardonnay inspired by the beauty and elegance.
The Red Medallion was called “the Latour of the C...
Napier is a boutique winery, run by winemaker and estate manager Leon Bester, set in a magnificent valley close to Wellington, in the Western Cape area of South Africa. It is named after Sir George Napier, who was Governor of the Cape of Good Hope from 1837 to 1843. It was Napier that christened the quaint rural town after the famous Duke of Wellington.
Napier vineyards are planted with noble var...
Domaine Des Roches Neuves
Since Thierry Germain took over the domaine in 1991, he has painstakingly improved the quality of his wines, resulting in Domaine des Roches Neuves producing some of the most exciting wines in the Loire Valley today.
A passionate and meticulous winemaker, he is dedicated to site specific wines produced from Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc. He has also brought in biodynamic and organic growing practices in the fine limestone-laced vineyard, contributing to the ultra purity of his wines.
The goal of Thierry Germain is to produce Cabernet Franc ...
Since Thierry Germain took over the domaine in 1991, he has painstakingly improved the quality of his wines, resulting in Domaine des Roches Neuves producing some of the most exciting wines in the Loire Valley today.
A passionate and meticulous winemaker, he is dedicated to site specific wines produced from Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc. He has also brought in biodynamic and organic growing pra...
Chateau la Rose Bellevue
Situated amongst the vineyards of Premières Côtes de Blaye, Château la Rose Bellevue has been producing wine for four generations under the know-how of the Eymas family. The vineyard of 47 hectares benefits from the unique climatic conditions found in Nord-Gironde (60 kilometers from Bordeaux), close to the Gironde Estuary in the district of Saint-Palais. 39 hectares are planted with red grapes (Merlot 70% and Cabernet Sauvignon 30%) and 8 hectares with white (Sauvignon 85% and Muscadelle 15%). In 1997 a new winery was built. This building comb...
Situated amongst the vineyards of Premières Côtes de Blaye, Château la Rose Bellevue has been producing wine for four generations under the know-how of the Eymas family. The vineyard of 47 hectares benefits from the unique climatic conditions found in Nord-Gironde (60 kilometers from Bordeaux), close to the Gironde Estuary in the district of Saint-Palais. 39 hectares are planted with red grapes (M...
Domaine de Tamary
Domaine de Tamary is a project between Frederic Salin of Salin, the négociant house in Bordeaux and Jean Luc Zuger, owner of Château Malescot St. Exupery in Margaux. The property is located in Provence, close to the Mediterranean sea and at the foot of the Massif des Maures.
Using Cinsault, Grenache and Mourvèdre, the estate extracts the grapes gently to produce a rosé with a lovely nose, lots of fresh fruit and well balanced minerality.
Domaine de Tamary is a project between Frederic Salin of Salin, the négociant house in Bordeaux and Jean Luc Zuger, owner of Château Malescot St. Exupery in Margaux. The property is located in Provence, close to the Mediterranean sea and at the foot of the Massif des Maures.
Using Cinsault, Grenache and Mourvèdre, the estate extracts the grapes gently to produce a rosé with a lovely nose, lots of ...
Rizzi
Perched on the panoramic hilltop of Rizzi in Treiso, this estate has been owned by Ernesto Dellepiana since 1974 and spans across one of the best sites in the Barbaresco DOCG. Today, Ernesto’s daughter Jole and his son Enrico are actively involved in the winery. According to Enrico his objective is “to produce wine that follows the tradition of the region, and to ensure that as much of the character and personality of the vineyard, and grape varietal as possible is present in the bottle. Transparency of terroir and fruit clarity are my goals”.
Perched on the panoramic hilltop of Rizzi in Treiso, this estate has been owned by Ernesto Dellepiana since 1974 and spans across one of the best sites in the Barbaresco DOCG. Today, Ernesto’s daughter Jole and his son Enrico are actively involved in the winery. According to Enrico his objective is “to produce wine that follows the tradition of the region, and to ensure that as much of the charact...
La Rioja Alta, S.A
On the 10th of July 1890, five families joined together to share their passion for wine and founded La Rioja Alta, S.A in the Haro Station district of Rioja Alta. La Rioja Alta represents the essence of vine-growing culture. Its vines are tenderly cared for on this 473-hectare estate, 360 of which are vineyards planted on limestone soil, in the best parts of Rioja Alta. Tempranillo dominates their vineyards, but in the past few years they have planted Graciano which adds a special personality to their wines, and Garnacha to make Viña Ardanza wh...
On the 10th of July 1890, five families joined together to share their passion for wine and founded La Rioja Alta, S.A in the Haro Station district of Rioja Alta. La Rioja Alta represents the essence of vine-growing culture. Its vines are tenderly cared for on this 473-hectare estate, 360 of which are vineyards planted on limestone soil, in the best parts of Rioja Alta. Tempranillo dominates their...
Domaine Ponsot
With a long family pedigree stretching back to the 1870’s, Ponsotis one of the finest Domaines on the Cote d’Or, producingwines of great individuality and class.
“The results are as distinctive as the methods, but also profoundly impressive and proven to age magnificently…These are perhaps the most powerful wines in Burgundy.” “…it is amazing how phenomenal Ponsot’s wines can be.” - Robert M. Parker Jr
Laurent Ponsot was at the helm since the early 1980’s, working alongside his father Jean-Marie and his sister Rose-Marie Ponsot. With mini...
With a long family pedigree stretching back to the 1870’s, Ponsotis one of the finest Domaines on the Cote d’Or, producingwines of great individuality and class.
“The results are as distinctive as the methods, but also profoundly impressive and proven to age magnificently…These are perhaps the most powerful wines in Burgundy.” “…it is amazing how phenomenal Ponsot’s wines can be.” - Robert M. P...
Jacquesson
3 stars: La Revue du vin de France
Based in the town of Dizy, the House of Jacquesson was founded in 1798. Now run by the Chiquet brothers, the grapes are sourced exclusively from
Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, making their wines complex and richly textured with low dosages and a pronounced minerality. Regarded as one of the world’s top Champagne producers, Jacquesson is listed in many of Europe’s 3 Michelin star restaurants.
3 stars: La Revue du vin de France
Based in the town of Dizy, the House of Jacquesson was founded in 1798. Now run by the Chiquet brothers, the grapes are sourced exclusively from
Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, making their wines complex and richly textured with low dosages and a pronounced minerality. Regarded as one of the world’s top Champagne producers, Jacquesson is listed in many of E...
