Ahr: "Lost Barrels" for a New Beginning

The German Meyer-Näkel winery rescued nine 'Lost Barrels' from the catastrophic floods that occurred in the Ahr Valley in July 2021. The allocation process for this wine is set to begin soon.

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Burgundy Reflects on Its Business Model

Burgundy reports a generally favorable outcome for its wine sales; however, stock levels are recovering slowly.

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British Columbia: Canada's Napa Valley

The wines from British Columbia have a limited presence in markets overseas. The reasons behind this are not only high prices but also a lack of interest from producers in exporting. The local market recognizes the quality and diversity. Jürgen Mathäß investigates first hand.

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The MW Symposium 2023: Wine, Wine Stars and Networking

Held in Wiesbaden, Germany, the MW Symposium brought together luminaries of the wine world, for four days of ideas, tastings and networking. Meininger's was there.

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VDP Pinot Noir GG 2021: Idig Raises the Bar for Pinot

The GG preview in Wiesbaden was again excellently organized. The top rating of 97 points was awarded to one Pinot only. Another shone with 96 points. There were seven Pinots with this rating in the 2019 vintage. In the uppermost tier, it looks like the 2020 vintage is a notch behind the 2019, but both were unquestionably two excellent years for Pinot. Sascha Speicher reports.

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Low Alcohol, Sweet Pinot Noir: the Shape of Things to Come?

Constellation Brands has launched a seriously sweet Pinot Noir under the Robert Mondavi label. Will other brands follow?

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