How did the year turn to April already? After the whirlwind of 2023, the first few months of 2024 have gotten away from me. And from what I’m hearing from others, I’m not the only one. Whether or not you had a banner year in 2023 like I did or you’re regrouping, here’s to 2024 –... Continue Reading →
Chateau Giscours Changes Hands: Late breaking in March after the last newsletter was the update that the legal challenges surrounding Chateau Giscours settled and the Chateau would be changing hands. In a complicated ownership dispute case that’s been going for more than 10 years, the Albada Jelgersma family was finally granted full control. From Wine... Continue Reading →
It’s been a slow news month for Bordeaux-related articles as the region gears up for En Primeur week, April 22-25, 2024. There’s a lot of discussion in professional circles about what may be significantly lower prices for the new vintage, so keep your eye on futures releases. In the meantime, here are a few things that came... Continue Reading →
Bordeaux Wine Merchants File Court Cases: While the French still wrestle with the idea of “Dry January” as an initiative that has "never been backed by the state", it still gets a lot of play – especially when it comes to the powerful wine lobby. More news from Bordeaux via wine searcher on several court... Continue Reading →
I keep a weekly journal and each week write down a quote. Sometimes it's from a book I'm reading or a notable in the news. Or something I think will help motivate me -- and I need it many days! I love sharing these with everyone. January: “I hope there are days when your coffee... Continue Reading →
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