Paris, France I don’t remember the first malbec I tasted. But I do remember the first one I couldn’t afford. It was at Don Julio, back when it was still a neighborhood joint, before the Michelin star, before the global fame. The place felt lived-in, the kind of spot...
The Sun and Shadows of Buenos Aires
Diego, writing from Buenos Aires Dear Reader, December has arrived. The sun is shining in Buenos...
Taste Test: Moët & Chandon Vs. Taittinger — Which is the best Champagne?
Julien pits two of the world’s oldest champagne houses against each other… Who will come out on...
Thanksgiving at Gualfín
Editor's Note: This week we wanted to share this essay from Will’s sister Mariah, who spent...
Is Pomerol the Best Wine in the World? Understanding the Finest Bordeaux Terroir
Why are some Bordeaux wines so expensive? This French region is home to several of the most...
The Great Turkey Paradox
Dear Friends, “We can’t guarantee we’ll leave you money when we’re gone, but we can guarantee you...
Never be THAT guest
Paris, France It snowed in Paris this week. Not much, but snow’s so rare here it’s always an...
Julien’s Favorite Wines of 2024
We've gathered Julien's 6 favorite wines from our 2024 Wine Explorers Club collections into a...
A Toast to the Simple Things
London, England Dear Reader, Today, I write to you from The Griffin, a pub in Shoreditch, not far...
Is this CHEAP WINE worth the $? | French Winemaker Tastes Woodbridge By Robert Mondavi
Is $5 Woodbridge wine any good? This week, Julien digs into the bargain bin to find out: are...
The best complaint
Paris, France Hello Friends, The best complaint I've had about our Wine Explorers Club? It’s got...
Introducing Our 2024 French Collection
There's something about the French approach to dining. It feels like they work carefully on every...
Napa Valley’s First New Appellation in 13 Years!
There was some big wine news out of Napa this week… Or was there? Julien covers the new Napa...