Having worked in wineries in many of the key regions of the world, in 2006 Agustín Lanús turned his attention to the specific goal of learning more about the unique micro-terroirs found at the extreme altitudes of the Salta region. These terroirs, ranging from 1,650 to 3,100 metres above sea level and include the highest vineyards in the world. By…
Eccentric – almost certainly . . . Brilliant – definitely. Pierre Jean is a true craftsman. Born right in the middle of the “garden” (as their vineyard holdings are known), wine fanatic Pierre-Jean spent his childhood literally surrounded by vines. This château, in the heart of the Nantes vineyards, has belonged to the Sauvion family since 1935 and, with its…
Established in 1997 by Mario Silva, 4th generation of one of Chile’s oldest winemaking dynasties. Plot by plot, he reassembled the original vineyard holdings, concentrating on producing estate grown and bottled wines of great individual character and quality. The cool maritime climate ensures extra refinement and complexity. These are truly astounding wines. See all the Case Silva Wines
Historically producing the grapes used in “big name” Grand Marques Champagne, family producers like Moutardier offer an unrivalled quality to value ratio. Located in the Marne Valley, Champagne Moutardier is a Pinot Meunier specialist, resulting in wines with lovely soft fruit characters, making them friendly and approachable. Brothers William and Simon now run the estate and focus on keeping as…
Family roots run deep. Allan Scott planted some of the Marlborough’s most famous vineyards, including the very first, and has worked here every vintage since. Great wine is made in the vineyards by ensuring top quality fruit is delivered at harvest at peak ripeness and with great flavour. Within Marlborough, the Rapaura area along the northern edge of the Wairau…
