Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen.
Why Modern Winemakers Are Embracing an Ancient Farming Practice
Dry farming wines has plenty of benefits.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
14/05/2025
How a Trade War Could Lead to a Secondary Wine Market Boom
Looking at the knock-on effects of tariffs.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
05/05/2025
This Assyrtiko May Be the Best Greek White Wine We’ve Ever Had
A pair of sisters took over the family winery in Santorini and blew us away with their first vintage.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
23/04/2025
Penfolds Grange and La Chapelle Team Up for a Limited-Edition Wine Collaboration
A landmark alliance between a pair of the leading wineries in France and Australia has produced a uniquely delicious Syrah-Shiraz blend.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
14/04/2025
One of Italy’s Most Storied Wineries Has Brought Back Its Single-Vineyard Barolos
Fontanafredda’s 2019 wines are a beautiful study of terroir.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
06/03/2025
How to Bring the Right Wine to a Holiday Party
The only thing worse than showing up empty handed is arriving with plonk.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
17/12/2024
Can I Send This Wine Back? Yes, Here’s How
Sommeliers offer their advice around the etiquette of ordering a bottle.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
24/08/2024
Burgundy Faces Its Most Challenging Harvest in 50 Years
Winemakers give us an insider’s view on this year’s difficult vintage.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
01/10/2024
Not All Great Super Tuscans Are Red—Get to Know the Region’s Outstanding White Wines
The lighter side of Super Tuscans.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
14/06/2024
Minerality in Wine, Explained: How It Affects Taste, Aroma and Texture
And an exploration of the regions that produce great mineral-driven varietals.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
07/05/2024
Here’s What Goes Into Making Jay-Z’s $1,800 Champagne
We put Armand de Brignac Blanc de Noirs Assemblage No. 4 under the microsope.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
23/04/2024
How Winemakers Are Reducing Carbon Emissions While Improving Flavour
It’s the best of both worlds.
By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen
07/04/2024
