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Since the Alloin family took over in 2014, Château Petit Val, driven by its estate manager David Liorit, has constantly sought to challenge itself. Across its 18 hectares spanning Saint-Émilion and Saint-Magne de Castillon, the estate’s ambition is crystal clear: to explore the full potential of its terroir while daring to innovate. Harvesting is carried out entirely by hand, and biodiversity is actively encouraged through the planting of cereals, hedgerows, fruit trees and beehives. The vineyard also stands out for introducing new grape varieties—Riesling, a first in Saint-Émilion,... Read more
Breakaways in the vineyards
The small vineyards of Istria, located in the northwest of Croatia, are asserting their winemaking potential. Some hidden gems, particularly in white wines, are already testaments to this. Let's...
Breakaways in the vineyards
In the world of winemaking, it hasn't always been easy for women to find their place and gain recognition for their wines. It took decades for women to finally become more visible and acclaimed in...
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Young Michelin-starred chef Kelly Rangama will succeed Florian Barbarot at La Table des Chefs in Reims, starting from November 30th. Adorned with a Michelin star for her restaurant, Le Faham,...
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Creating the optimal wine list is a challenge faced by every on-premise account. Developing a menu that brings to life the ethos of a venue, offering diversity to guests while simultaneously...
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The vineyard of Maison Taittinger, certified High Environmental Value, has been under the leadership of Vitalie Taittinger since 2020. It spans across 288 hectares of vineyards and includes 37...
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Bordeaux blanc 2022 Château Aurore, entirely cultivated using organic farming methods, has been a part of the Invindia vineyards since 2014. This estate, located in the town of Moulon, encompasses...