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The Judgement of Paris

On May 24, 1976, a small blind tasting known as the Judgement of Paris changed the course of wine history. Organized by British wine merchant Stev...

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Bordeaux Wine Prices: Is Now a Great Time to Buy Bordeaux?

The fine wine market has always been dynamic, but there’s now an even more urgent reason to consider buying Bordeaux. Continue reading...

The Best Margaux Wines to Buy in 2025: Expert Picks

Margaux is an appellation within Bordeaux's Haut-Médoc renowned for producing elegant, perfumed, and powerful red wines. Names like Chateau Margaux...

David Abreu: Unparalleled Influence on Napa's Vineyards

“David Abreu’s reputation was established as the superstar viticulturist for most of the rich and famous Napa Valley proprietors, but my familiarit...

Peter Michael - The Visionary

Nestled amidst the western slope of Mount St Helena, Peter Michael's Les Pavots has captivated wine enthusiasts and critics alike for nearly three...

Possible Wine of the Vintage – 2011 Sloan – McClellan, Abreu, Rolland Team

"Talk about coming out with a Big Bang! Stuart Sloan, the Seattle businessman, has hit both gold and home runs with his extraordinary vineyard...

Best California Wines: A Guide to California's Cult Winery's

Since the first vines were planted in Napa Valley in 1839, this remarkable region has blossomed into one of the world's most prestigious wine-produ...

Andy Beckstoffer: The Man Behind Napa Valley's Success

In the world of premium wines, over a hundred wineries have one name written in their history books, Andy Beckstoffer. This enigmatic figure has ea...

Scarecrow Wine & Celia Welch

Within the midst of the magnificent Rutherford AVA in Napa Valley, California, lies the prestigious Scarecrow Winery. With an enchanting history th...

An Unforgettable Journey: Inside the Harlan Estate Winery with Don Weaver

Last year at The Roots Fund inaugural fundraiser, we purchased the "Harlan Experience" lot that included 3 magnums of Harlan and a visit for...

1855 Bordeaux Classification of the Medoc, Bordeaux wine classification system

Understanding the 1855 Bordeaux Classification of the Medoc

The 1855 Bordeaux Classification of the Medoc stands as an unparalleled historical document, transcending time and geography to assert itself as th...

Cheval Blanc Dinner at Crustacean in Beverly Hills

Twelve of us at Crustacean, including the wine critic Jeff Leve (Wine Cellar Insider). Epic night of 11 vintages of Cheval...

Masterful Mastery: The Unparalleled Journey of Joseph Phelps

97+ Point 2014 Phelps Insignia!A wine with impeccable balance! "The 2014 is a wine that makes its case with its impeccable balan...