FINE+RARE

There’s no better time than the holidays to crack open a bottle of something special – savouring wine with family and friends. ⁠ ⁠ We asked some of the wine industry’s biggest names – from top sommeliers to star winemakers – what they’re uncorking this year, and why. ⁠ https://lnkd.in/ewkyYvhs

The 2023 vintage in Burgundy prompted many conversations about yield. The region’s vignerons were faced with volumes, often the likes of which they’d never seen before.   But, when it comes to wine, how much is too much? We spoke to some of the world’s top producers – Ch. Margaux, Cerbaiona, Belargus, Dunn and more – about the complex relationship between yield and quality. https://lnkd.in/eXdtsqAf

After last week’s deep-dive into the 2023 growing season in Burgundy, and the style of wines it produced, this week we’re bringing you even more about the year. ⁠ ⁠ Here, we delve into the vintage at the producer level, reporting on how each vigneron handled the year – as well as our pick of their range. ⁠ ⁠ https://lnkd.in/e7DTcKKz

It’s rare for Burgundy’s vignerons to be blessed with both quality and quantity – but 2023 offered just that.  There’s much more to this year, however, than the headlines.  After time spent tasting our way through the villages of the Côte d’Or, here's everything you need to know about the year and the wines it produced.  https://lnkd.in/eXrbcMYz

On the 13th and 14th of November 2024, FINE+RARE, in partnership with Brunello Cucinelli and La Paulée, hosted an exceptional gathering. This exclusive event, inspired by Burgundy’s traditional end-of-harvest celebration, was held in the breathtaking village of Solomeo, Umbria—home to Brunello Cucinelli. ⁠ ⁠ Castello di Solomeo Welcomes La Paulée brought together iconic wine estates, distinguished guests, and collectors in a celebration of wine, gastronomy and Brunello's unique approach to humanism. The event marked a unique collaboration between the timeless traditions of Burgundy and the remarkable spirit of Solomeo, offering attendees an unforgettable experience steeped in history, craftsmanship, and generosity.⁠ Thank you to the teams at Brunello Cucinelli, Castello di Solomeo, La Paulee and Maison Troisgros for their collaboration in hosting such a remarkable event. ⁠https://lnkd.in/ekxvC4zk

Jean-Marie Fourrier is a master of Burgundy – crafting some of the world’s most sought-after expressions of Pinot Noir. And yet, the inquisitive vigneron is always learning. ⁠ ⁠ Ahead of the release of his 2023s, we revisit a conversation with the winemaker – diving into his élevage studies and how each vintage offers a new lesson. ⁠ ⁠ https://lnkd.in/gS9MQgUU

To many, Tenuta San Guido's Sassicaia needs no introduction, the original Super Tuscan and perhaps Italy’s most famous wine.⁠ ⁠ Last night at The Connaught, we had the privilege of tasting 16 exceptional vintages, from the 1983 to the landmark 1985 — the 100-point wine that defined a new era. Expertly guided by Guido Baldeschi, Sales and Marketing Director of Tenuta San Guido, the tasting was complemented by a seasonal six-course dinner crafted by Michelin-starred chef Hélène Darroze. Standout vintages included the 2010, 2016, and, of course, the 1985. ⁠ ⁠ The 2007, 2011, and 2012 vintages, with their cooler profiles, showed brilliantly — fresh, delicate, and beautifully mineral, each very gastronomic pairing extremely well with the dishes. The fruit profile, refinement, and sensuality of these outlier vintages are exceptional, and they are drinking beautifully now, so they should not be overlooked. ⁠

Few can claim to know Burgundy as well as Jasper Morris – Master of Wine and author of Inside Burgundy.  In this feature penned for FONDATA, he gives you the inside track – identifying eight of the most exciting producers in the region today. https://lnkd.in/eQ-pGXzE

This year sees Louis Roederer celebrate 50 years since the birth of their rarest Champagne: Cristal Rosé.⁠ ⁠ To mark the occasion, we tasted through five decades of the wine with Chef de Cave Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, diving into what exactly makes this prestige cuvée so special. ⁠ ⁠ https://lnkd.in/enKCWDGn

Last night, we hosted the Bordeaux 2022 Private Client tasting in collaboration with UNION DES GRANDS CRUS DE BORDEAUX, exploring the latest vintage to be bottled by the region's top châteaux. This was an unmissable opportunity to taste the stellar 2022 vintage from over 100 different Bordeaux estates, alongside other wine lovers. A sincere thank you to all who attended, the dedicated producers, and everyone who contributed to making this event a true celebration of Bordeaux.⁠ Find out more about the vintage: https://lnkd.in/evXeJvUu