October 25, 2010
Premier Cru prices point north
The Liv-ex Claret Chip Index posted sizeable gains last week, as the First Growths continue to see vigorous trade. The index rose from…
October 20, 2010
The best of Bordeaux 2008
Yesterday’s much anticipated annual UGC wine tasting saw thousands of commentators, traders and merchants descend on the Royal Opera House…
October 19, 2010
Pavillon Rouge: pricier than Palmer?
As demand for Pavillon Rouge continues to intensify, Palmer’s position as the second-most expensive wine in Margaux is looking increasingly…
October 19, 2010
What next for Bordeaux’s second wines?
The recent surge in the prices of the First Growths’ second wines begs a number of questions, most notably, what…
October 15, 2010
Spotlight on… Clos des Papes
Owner: Paul-Vincent AvrilVineyard area: 32 hectaresAverage annual production: 96,000 bottles p/aColour: RedStandard blend: 60% Grenache, 20% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah…
October 13, 2010
Super Sassicaia on the move
September saw increased trade in Italian wines, bolstered by firm demand for Sassicaia. A number of recent vintages have tipped £1,000 per case this year,…
October 8, 2010
Fine wine and inheritance tax under the magnifying glass
According to FT, HM Revenue and Customs has released a statement warning that investment grade wine must be valued at…
October 7, 2010
Yquem: China’s next big thing?
Last week on the blog we suggested that Yquem prices might well go into orbit should the chateau's parent company (LVMH) embark on…
October 6, 2010
Australia’s First Growths
The 2010 release of Langton’s Classification of Australian Wine V sees the addition of 33 new wines to the official…
October 4, 2010
1999 Premier Cru prices surge
Over the past three months, the 1999 vintages of the First Growths have seen spectacular price appreciation and have decisively…
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