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The South African Winery Making World-Class Cabernet Sauvignon

Capensis is unlocking the potential of the king of red grapes in Stellenbosch.

By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen

19/01/2026

5 Bold Wine-World Predictions for 2026

We peer into our crystal ball instead of our crystal decanter.

By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen

05/01/2026

How Oak Affects the Flavour of Wine

Understanding the difference between French and American barrels can help point you toward bottles you’ll enjoy.

By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen

04/12/2025

7 Stellar Red Wines From the Rhône Valley to Buy Now

These wines are built to age for decades, but they’re also delicious when enjoyed young.

By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen

03/11/2025

Want to Taste the World’s Best Wines? This Singapore Hotel Stocks Them All.

It would take years to visit the globe’s best wine producers. The Marina Bay Sands brings their wares to one address.

By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen

11/08/2025

Secret Society

Inside a star-studded, hush-hush Spanish wine club.

By Mike Desimone And Jeff Jenssen

04/07/2025

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

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