Future Reports

Report #30
The Wines of South Africa

South Africa has been making world class wines for three hundred years. Today it makes some of the world's best Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blends and, of course, Pinotage. In this report we examine the progress of South African wine over the past quarter century with special focus on the new winemakers that are refashioning the image and quality of South African wine.

Publication date: December 2011

Champagne Selections for the Holidays

Champagne Pour

These selections are indicative of the wide variety of excellent French Champagnes available on the market for the holidays. They include outstanding handcrafted grower Champagnes made in small quantities by producers such as Bertrand Delespierre, Jean Laurent and Rolland Champion and high quality mid- and premium-priced Champagnes from small, medium and large producers that include Besserat de Bellefon, Nicholas Feuillatte, and Taittinger. Luxury Champagnes are reviewed in another article.

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