John Wilson presents a selection of wines from the Southern Hemisphere capable of aging for more than ten years, alongside a rare Irish whiskey. The lineup includes three outstanding Chardonnays from New Zealand and Tasmania, as well as a 21-year-old Teeling Single Malt, aged first in bourbon barrels and then in port casks, offering complexity and aromatic richness.
Between tradition and innovation, Chianti Classico is asserting its cultural and stylistic identity more than ever. Thanks to the “Chianti Classico 2000” project and the growing reputation of the Gran Selezione, the appellation is reaffirming its commitment to precision, quality, and patience. This momentum is further bolstered by rapidly expanding international markets and promising recent vintages.
Mount Etna, Sicily’s majestic volcano, shapes a unique terroir where vines have been cultivated on volcanic soils for centuries. Today, this rapidly evolving wine-growing landscape is marked by the rise of white wines – particularly those made from Carricante – which are redefining its identity.
Château Montelena, located in Calistoga in Napa Valley, is a historic California winery that produces Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon from its estate vineyards (Oak Knoll, Calistoga). It is known for its classic, French-inspired wines that emphasize terroir, freshness, and a restrained expression of fruit.
Sable de Camargue is an AOP from the Mediterranean coast of the Camargue, between Sète and Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. This vineyard, situated on sandy soils influenced by salt, produces rosé, Gris, and Gris de Gris wines made from Grenache, Carignan, and Cinsault. It is distinguished by sustainable viticulture and fresh, refined, and briny wines that reflect a unique terroir.
New Zealand Pinot Noir is now recognized as one of the most promising in the world. From Martinborough to Central Otago, discover the regions, styles, and fascinating history of this exceptional grape variety inspired by Burgundy.
The Szekszárd wine region in Hungary is renowned for its indigenous grape varieties, such as Kadarka and Kékfrankos, its distinctive Bikavér, and a rigorous quality control system. Driven by dedicated producers and supported by a Master of Wine, it is striving for international recognition.
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Prošek, a traditional Dalmatian dessert wine, is a Croatian passito wine made from dried grapes that concentrate sugars and aromas. This sweet Mediterranean wine, produced from local grape varieties such as Maraština, is distinguished by its artisanal production and its identity, which is deeply rooted in Croatian viticulture.
Slovakia’s wine industry is showing rapidly growing potential, driven by grape varieties such as Riesling, Grüner Veltliner, and Frankovka modrá, and key regions such as the Little Carpathians and the Danube.