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Too good to drink

Date posted: January 8, 2012

Outside of wine industry get-togethers and the banquet halls of the super rich, it is becoming increasingly rare to see a bottle of Lafite being opened for the sheer pleasure of drinking. Read full story...

Did China really save Bordeaux?

Date posted: January 5, 2012

In the run to the start of the Bordeaux futures campaign for the 2010 vintage, commentators, negociants and estates were all bullish about its blockbuster potential. Prices were set to rise and, although many loyal American buyers were expected to pass or to explore the cheaper petit chateaux market, it was hoped the Chinese would pick up the slack and pay record prices leading to record profits. In reality, the situation is not quite as clear cut. Read full story...