Drappier Grande Sendrée 2015: ‘Definitely a Champagne for the table’ – Vinous

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Apr 10, 2026 | All, International wines

A glass of Champagne a day… and happily we’ve found the perfect autumn fizz for you. It’s the new vintage of Drappier’s prestige cuvée, Grande Sendrée, only bottled in spectacular vintages. The epitome of luxury and elegance, this is a blend of 55% Pinot Noir and...

Drink like a local: GD Vajra’s next-level Dolcetto

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Apr 8, 2026 | All, International wines

In Italy’s famous region of Piedmont, the locals and winemakers drink a charming red called Dolcetto. Dark-fruited and juicy with a slightly tannic grip, the variety produces vibrant, versatile wines that offer amazing value. Today we bring you the very special Coste...

Dominique Piron’s Beaujolais benchmark Vieux Bourg

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Apr 8, 2026 | All, International wines

Beaujolais is on the rise, with quality at new heights and growing critical acclaim. Just south of Burgundy, the region focuses on the versatile Gamay grape. Just like its parent grape Pinot Noir, Gamay yields light-bodied reds with delicate, juicy fruit, floral...

Santa Duc – ‘Stunning’ Grenache-based blend from the Rhône

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Mar 30, 2026 | All, International wines

‘Gigondas delivers some of the best bang for my buck in cellar worthy red wines from France today.’ – Josh Raynolds, Vinous Santa Duc’s high-altitude Grenache-based blends from the Southern Rhône are world-class, and we back them as one of the region’s best...

A Burgundy legend: Comtes Lafon’s Monthélie 1er Cru Les Duresses

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Mar 20, 2026 | All, International wines

‘Is there anyone better when Lafon hits their stride?’ asked Neal Martin recently. And in 2022 they definitely did. ‘Although Comtes Lafon is renowned for its Meursaults, readers should note that their reds can be outstanding,’ noted Neal....