Burgundy is back: ‘Yes, I adore the 2023 vintage’ – Neal Martin

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Oct 3, 2025 | All, International wines

‘I cannot remember a Burgundy vintage that elicited so much joy from barrel,’ says Neal Martin of the region’s 2022s. He was equally charmed by the 2023s – praising them for their classicism and immense drinking pleasure. Whether you’re looking for a zesty...

Artuke Tinto 2024: ‘A bargain to buy by the truckload & drink unashamedly’ – WA

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Sep 26, 2025 | All, International wines

Arturo de Miguel makes ‘some of the best reds in Spain’ (Tim Atkin), including the scarce and highly rated La Condenada and El Escolladero. But this red, the Artuke Tinto 2024, is a wine for the people. I tasted it in Paris about a month after bottling and it was...

Bila-Haut, baby: Sublime value from the Roussillon

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Sep 19, 2025 | All, International wines

One of the world’s best value reds is back in stock! From the rugged terrain of the Côtes du Roussillon in the South of France, Chapoutier’s delicious Bila-Haut Rouge 2023 is produced from high-altitude, 40+ year-old vineyards in the Agly Valley. And at R200, it...

Italian rosé: ‘I freaking love rosato right now’ (Bon Appétit Magazine)

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Sep 12, 2025 | All, International wines

Rosato is the Italian name for rosé, and it’s having a global moment. Generally from indigenous varieties, rosatos pack plenty of flavour and depth combined with amazing freshness and structure. These versatile wines can be sipped with aperitivi (pre-dinner drinks and...

Mâcon’s Héritiers du Comte Lafon: Value Burgundy to keep it classy

by Jolette Steyn-Prior | Aug 29, 2025 | All, International wines

‘Mâconnais is a treasure trove of vinous delights that deserve wider appreciation,’ says Neal Martin. Dominique Lafon is one of the best in the Burgundy business, and he established his own winery here in 1999 – Héritiers du Comte Lafon. He was a trailblazer for...