Bacchus rides an Atlantic tempest, planting pine and profit, and shows why this Grand Cru Classé white is the next lightning strike for savvy collectors. Legend of Sand and Thunder Before the forests of Les Landes blanketed Aquitaine, that coastline was little more than a wasteland of shifting dunes. One
Ethereal and Saar-born—discover visionary pairings for [Egon Müller Scharzhofberger Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese 2018 food pairing].
Discover how Christian Moueix, the mind behind Pétrus, transformed Napa’s historic Napanook vineyard into Dominus Estate — a fusion of Bordeaux finesse and Californian power, where mastery meets timeless terroir.
1994 Tondonia Gran Reserva Blanco: 30 years of nutty, savory white Rioja. Profound and unforgettable.
Bacchus recounts the night he lassoed a bolt of white fire over Oakville - and tracks the current of a 100-point Napa icon now crackling through a thin, high-voltage market. The Night of the White-Fire Lash A breathless September evening settled over Beckstoffer’s To Kalon vineyard. No wind, no
Barolo 2010: A monumental vintage defined by laser-line acidity and sublime perfume. Learn why this Nebbiolo classic, with its granite-like structure and decades of aging potential, is essential for any serious collector.
Realm Cellars The Absurd 2016: The ultimate Napa power Cabernet tasting note. Deep dive into the structure, flavor, and immense cellar potential.
Explore the story of Château Trotanoy — once dismissed as “too difficult” to cultivate, now one of Pomerol’s most revered wines. Discover how stubborn clay, patient winemaking, and timeless terroir forged a Bordeaux icon.
Deep, poetic guide to Torbreck The Laird 2015 food pairing—from roast lamb to truffled mushrooms, served at 18 °C with reverence and time.
Explore the story of Scarecrow — Napa’s legendary cult Cabernet. From Hollywood roots and 1940s vines to one of the world’s most coveted wines, discover how resilience and history shaped this iconic vineyard
The Sadie Family Columella 2018 is an iconic Swartland red blend (Syrah-based) known for its incredible focus, mineral tension from granite soil, savory black olive notes, and massive aging potential.
Northern Rhône 2015 Syrah: A monumental benchmark vintage. Its powerful structure, deep color, and granite-forged tension promise decades of aging potential, ranking it alongside the legendary 1961 and 1990. Learn why 2015 is essential for collectors.
Tasting Notes
Sine Qua Non Resiste 2013 tasting note: rich Roussanne/Marsanne blend with gold color, citrus, and intense texture.
Wineries
Discover the story of Seña — Chile’s first true icon wine. Born from a visionary partnership between Eduardo Chadwick and Robert Mondavi, Seña transformed Aconcagua’s terroir into a global benchmark for elegance and power.
Investment Reports
Bacchus recounts the night he smelted a crimson heart-shield above Saint-Estèphe - and shows investors how that pulse still pushes this 2015 up the Bordeaux value chain. When Bacchus Tempered Iron into Love Long ago, Saint-Estèphe shivered under Viking moonlight as iron-prow ships crept up the Gironde. I plunged into
Vintages
The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a classic. Chang’e explores this legendary vintage, defined by singing acidity, fine tannins, and decades of aging potential. This powerful, poised Sangiovese embodies Montalcino's grace. Essential reading for collectors seeking the perfect balance.
Tasting Notes
The 2001 Sassicaia is a mature, high-scoring Super Tuscan defined by sleek tannins, rosemary-herb, cassis, and mineral freshness. Perfect now through 2030+
Wine & Food Pairings
A poetic exploration of [Realm Cellars Moonracer 2016 food pairing]—from barley risotto to beet terrine, each dish echoing the vine’s quiet strength.
Wineries
Explore the story of Astrolabe — the winery that mapped Marlborough’s diverse terroirs and crafted world-class Sauvignon Blanc. From Wairau’s sun to Awatere’s winds, discover how exploration shaped New Zealand wine’s identity.
Investment Reports
Bacchus tells of the night he shattered a glacier over La Consulta - then weighs whether Argentina’s most fabled single-vineyard Malbec can crack the fine-wine market’s granite ceiling. The Glacier That Became a Vineyard In the austral spring of 1924, a rogue glacier clung to the Andes ridge
Vintages
Pauillac 2016 shines with moon-lit gravel minerality: pure cassis, cedar, graphite, and velvet tannins. Discover sub-zone nuances, top châteaux, value gems, biodynamic wild cards, cellar timelines, food pairings, and why this Left Bank Cabernet vintage rivals 2009 & 2010.
Wine & Food Pairings
A divine guide to [Ornellaia Masseto 2015 food pairing]—truffled lentils, cocoa pigeon & clay-born magic told in Geshtinanna’s lyrical Tuscan voice.
Tasting Notes
Torbreck The Laird 2015 is a full-bodied, bone-dry Barossa Shiraz from ancient vines, featuring intense black fruit, smoked meat, cocoa, and fine-grained tannins
Wineries
Explore the story of Vasse Felix — the pioneering estate that founded Margaret River wine. From Dr. Tom Cullity’s daring vision in 1967 to world-class Cabernet and Chardonnay, discover how courage and terroir created an Australian icon.