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Why Clos du Clocher Deserves a Spot in Your Cellar
Bordeaux, Tasting Notes, Wine Estate Profile

Why Clos du Clocher Deserves a Spot in Your Cellar

Situated in the centre of Pomerol, one of Bordeaux’s most esteemed appellations, Clos du Clocher is a name that frequently … Continue reading Why Clos du Clocher Deserves a Spot in Your Cellar

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Inside Clos Joliette: Jurancon’s Most Elusive and Iconic Wine Estate
South West, Vineyards & Appelations, Wine Estate Profile

Inside Clos Joliette: Jurancon’s Most Elusive and Iconic Wine Estate

When the Migne family planted 1.8 hectares of Petit Manseng in 1929, the history of this tiny plot of land … Continue reading Inside Clos Joliette: Jurancon’s Most Elusive and Iconic Wine Estate

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Freistaat Flaschenhals. The story on YouTube
Germany, Village Profile, YouTube

Freistaat Flaschenhals. The story on YouTube

ARTE publishe a very intersting video abou the “Freistaat Flaschenhals”. See also my previous blog article, click here. Peter-Josef Bales … Continue reading Freistaat Flaschenhals. The story on YouTube

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VINCENT GROSS & OLAF DER FLIPPER – DRINKING WINE FEELING FINE (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
Sommeliers opinion, YouTube

VINCENT GROSS & OLAF DER FLIPPER – DRINKING WINE FEELING FINE (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

This is from somewhere in a different dimension. But very funny & entertaining. Much fun to watch. the corkreporter Continue reading VINCENT GROSS & OLAF DER FLIPPER – DRINKING WINE FEELING FINE (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

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Wine Spectator Article Mosel Meets Montrachet: Germany’s Ernst Loosen Launches Burgundy Wine Project
Burgundy, Mosel, Sommeliers opinion, Wine Spectator Magazine, WineNews

Wine Spectator Article Mosel Meets Montrachet: Germany’s Ernst Loosen Launches Burgundy Wine Project

By Bruce Sanderson May 27, 2025 Click here for the original article The Weingut Dr. Loosen owner has partnered with Burgundy’s … Continue reading Wine Spectator Article Mosel Meets Montrachet: Germany’s Ernst Loosen Launches Burgundy Wine Project

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Decanter Magazin Bordeaux 2024: Château Cos d’Estournel price falls 29%
Bordeaux, Decanter Magazine, Sommeliers opinion, WineNews

Decanter Magazin Bordeaux 2024: Château Cos d’Estournel price falls 29%

Interesting article about the Bordeaux prices of Chateau Cos d’Estournel 2024. Thanks Decanter Magazine Continue reading Decanter Magazin Bordeaux 2024: Château Cos d’Estournel price falls 29%

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Winedrops and the Future of Wine Retail: Innovation or Overpromise ? Or is it another Scam ?
Great Britain, Sommeliers opinion, WineNews

Winedrops and the Future of Wine Retail: Innovation or Overpromise ? Or is it another Scam ?

By The_corkreporter In an industry where tradition often holds sway, the emergence of new players in the UK wine retail … Continue reading Winedrops and the Future of Wine Retail: Innovation or Overpromise ? Or is it another Scam ?

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Two Paddock
New Zealand, Vineyards & Appelations, Wine Estate Profile

Two Paddock

Two Paddocks Winery, tucked away in the Central Otago wine region of New Zealand, is a monument to the craft … Continue reading Two Paddock

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2022 Bolgheri Antiprima Tasting @ 67 Pall Mall London
Italy, Tasting Events, Tasting Notes, Wine Estate Profile

2022 Bolgheri Antiprima Tasting @ 67 Pall Mall London

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Eps #2 Masterclass with the corkreporter
Masterclass, New Zealand, YouTube

Eps #2 Masterclass with the corkreporter

A stunning Masterclass of Cabernet/Malbec from Vasse Felix of Margaret River. Continue reading Eps #2 Masterclass with the corkreporter

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