French Wine in 2024: The Smallest Vintage in a Century?

A closer look at France’s difficult 2024 harvest, why yields are down, and whether this vintage is truly historic.

A closer look at France’s difficult 2024 harvest, why yields are down, and whether this vintage is truly historic.

A ranking of Bordeaux’s most expensive wines, from legendary Pomerol estates to bottles reaching $30,000.

A closer look at Margaux, its gravel soils, famous châteaux, and why it remains one of Bordeaux’s finest appellations.

French appellations, Italian classifications, and New World grape labeling explained in one practical guide.

Snoop Dogg’s 19 Crimes Cali Red is affordable, smooth, and surprisingly drinkable, but far from a serious collector’s bottle.

A practical look at how winemakers are adapting vineyards, fermentation, and grape choices to keep wines balanced.

Download the December 2023 Extreme Altitude Club booklet from Bonner Private Wine Partnership. Inside, you’ll find the story behind the club’s beginnings at Finca Gualfín, plus tasting notes, vineyard background, scores, cellar guidance, and food pairing ideas for high-altitude wines…

Download the October/November 2023 Extreme Altitude Club booklet from Bonner Private Wine Partnership. Inside, you’ll find the story behind the club’s beginnings at Finca Gualfín, plus tasting notes, vineyard background, cellar guidance, scores, and food pairing ideas for extreme-altitude Malbecs…

Download the August/September 2023 Extreme Altitude Club booklet from Bonner Private Wine Partnership. Inside, you’ll find the story behind the club’s beginnings at Finca Gualfín, plus tasting notes, vineyard background, scores, cellar guidance, and food pairing ideas for extreme-altitude wines…

Download the July/August 2023 Extreme Altitude Club booklet from Bonner Private Wine Partnership. Inside, you’ll find the story behind the club’s beginnings at Finca Gualfín, plus tasting notes, vineyard background, scores, cellar guidance, and food pairing ideas for high-altitude wines…