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Mas Jullien: A Languedoc Tale
featured, France
, Apr 2026
Olivier Jullien is one of the trailblazers in the Languedoc. Jullien founded his domaine in 1985 with just three hectares of vineyards. At the time, Languedoc was known mostly for turning out volumes of largely undistinguished wines. But Jullien had a different vision, a vision of an estate focused on sustainable farming, low yields and minimalist winemaking. It was a radical departure from the world Jullien grew up in, where vignerons like his father sold grapes to the local cooperative. This collection of mini-verticals back to 1989 provided a terrific opportunity to taste new releases as well as revisit many older vintages
Vasse Felix Tom Cullity 2013-2022
Verticals & Retrospectives, featured, Australia
, Mar 2026
Questions of genuine longevity often hang over wines from the New World. A recent full vertical tasting of Vasse Felix’s Tom Cullity, partially made with fruit from Margaret River’s oldest vines, beautifully displayed not only the ageability but also the growing confidence and stature of Margaret River’s leading Cabernet Sauvignons.
Cellar Favorite: 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2019 Pangaea
cellar favorite, Cellar Favorites
, Mar 2026
A collaborative project between South African winemaker Travis Braithwaite and Michel Rolland, Pangaea blends fruit from Napa Valley, Bordeaux, Spain, South Africa and Argentina. This classy and sophisticated wine delivers refinement and poise with silky textures.
Vinous Table: Ploussard, London, UK
Vinous Table
, Mar 2026
Ploussard was a joy from start to finish, one of my favourite meals in some time. I warmly recommend this refreshingly unpretentious local restaurant for its standard of cuisine and quality of ingredients.
Ferrando: The Essence of Carema
featured, Italy: Piedmont
, Mar 2026
Nebbiolo is such a beguiling, complex, mysteriously beautiful grape. In Carema’s best sites, the indigenous biotype of Nebbiolo known as Picotendro yields wines like no other—aromatic, structured reds that capture the essence of place and vintage. The Ferrando family has turned out compelling wines here since the 1960s, wines that define what Carema is all about. Two recent vertical tastings provided an incredible opportunity to survey Ferrando’s wines all the way back to 1964, prior to the creation of the Carema DOC.
Michel Rolland Remembered
featured, Vinous Remembers, United States: California
, Mar 2026
Everyone who loves wine, and everyone who works in wine or in a related field, owes Michel Rolland a tremendous debt of gratitude for his life’s work. Some people gain influence because of their accomplishments, but a few others completely reshape the landscape of their industry. Michel Rolland falls squarely into the latter category.
Alsace 2024: A Rainy Year of Svelte Beauties
featured, France: Alsace
, Mar 2026
Like elsewhere in France, excessive rain was a key feature of the 2024 vintage in Alsace, spelling disease pressure and lower yields. But winemakers who stayed on top of their vineyard work delivered remarkable collections. The 2024 Rieslings are strikingly svelte, crystalline and whip-smart. Pinot Gris comes with much clarity, while Gewurztraminer is on a more slender footing. The 2023 Pinot Noirs are simply exquisite. Apart from renowned specialists, few made late-harvest or nobly sweet wines.
Cellar Favorite: 1985 Philip Togni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
United States: California, cellar favorite, Cellar Favorites
, Mar 2026
Like many, I have a penchant for mature Californian wines from the 1970s and early 1980s. The 1985 Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon Estate attests to the longevity of this California classic.
Vinous Table: L'Enclume, Cartmel, UK
Vinous Table
, Mar 2026
Any gastronome visiting the UK must venture to Lancashire or Cumbria to experience its culinary heights. A prescient forerunner of farm-to-table dining, L'Enclume earned three Michelin stars in 2022 and delivers a truly excellent dining experience from start to finish.
Remembering Michel Rolland
featured, France: Bordeaux, Vinous Remembers
, Mar 2026
Michel Rolland was a towering figure not just in Bordeaux, but across the entire world of wine for half a century. His legacy will be long-lasting. I will always remember his zest for life, humour and kindness.