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Meet the Winemaker (Episode 73): Korbin Ming, Korbin Cameron
Started in 1999, Korbin Kameron Vineyards is a true family endeavour with owner, Mitchell Ming, having named the vineyard after his twins, Korbin and Kameron.
Located on a 180-acre property on Mount Veeder in Sonoma County, the vineyard enjoys sunny afternoons and cool evenings, which allow for a prolonged growing season making the wines deeper and more complex. Focusing on quality, Korbin Kameron produces limited production estate Merlot, Cabernet and Bordeaux blends.
Recently given the trophy of ‘Best Merlot’ at the HK International Wine and
Spirit Competition, Korbin Kameron Merlot is receiving rave reviews in Asia which the Ming family are very proud of.
Meet the Winemaker (Episode 72): Jasper Morris MW
Jasper Morris MW talks to Debra about his latest offering, a comprehensive book on the wine region of Burgundy, one of the most complex and revered wine growing areas in the world.
Morris’s book, ‘Inside Burgundy’ certainly is thorough. A good variety of 1,000 or so vineyards from Chablis to Pouilly Fuissé are covered in the book which also features thumbnails of 450 producers, vintage reports, and solid background information.
While the book has taken Morris two years to write, it is in fact the culmination of his life’s work and experience and is sure to become one of the definitive guides on the Region.
( 2 Comments ) - Leave a CommentMeet the Winemaker (Episode 71): Bruno Eynard, Chateau Lagrange
Head winemaker at the historic Grand Cru winery, Chateau Lagrange in Bordeaux is Bruno Eynard. After 20 years working at Lagrange, Eynard is now at the helm of the business. Chateau Lagrange is the largest of all Grands Crus Classés with 157 hectares, of which there are 117 (290 acres) under vine and was one of the first chateaux to use new technology.
For Eynard, while classification is important, quality is paramount and it is this that the company intends to focus its future efforts on. Eynard explains how Chateau Lagrange has recently invested in new equipment and optical sorting technology to allow for greater precision. Looking into the future, Eynard hopes that they will find the necessary synergy between the terroir and vinification to continue to make good quality wines.
( 0 Comments ) - Leave a CommentMeet the Winemaker (Episode 70): Bruno Paillard, Champagne Bruno Paillard
Pioneer winemaker Bruno Paillard, the man behind the successful champagne brand of the same name, opens up about his passion for champagne and why he embarked on a mission to create one that differed from the market leaders.
Founded in 1981, Champagne Bruno Paillard is a young, dynamic house renowned for high quality wines. Paillard champagnes are made exclusively with the first pressings of excellent grapes; with each cru vinified separately and the date of degorgement stamped on each bottle.
In 2006, Bruno Paillard was made Chevalier of the Legion d’Honneur for his services to Champagne. Today, referred to as the ‘Sommelier’s secret’, his high quality champagnes are hallmarked for their purity and elegance and are stocked in 80% of the world’s Michelin star restaurants.
( 2 Comments ) - Leave a CommentMeet the Winemaker (Episode 69): Marco Biondi, Feudi di San Gregorio
Located in the mountainous region of Irpinia, with its strong history and tradition of viticulture, is Feudi di San Gregorio. Founded in 1986, the vineyards began with a humble 30 hectares in Sorbo Serpico. Today, Feudi di San Gregorio has grown to a highly acclaimed winery of over 300 hectares; with vineyards perched on hills ranging from 350 to 700 meters elevation. Volcanic soil and plenty of rain make ideal conditions for wine-making.
Today the winery, which offers a wide range of excellent white, red and sparkling wines, is one of the region’s best-loved brands. While many wineries in Italy are producing so-called international varieties, Feudi di San Gregorio focuses on innovation and quality and in preserving the traditions of local viticulture by putting its modern spin on wines made from indigenous grape varieties.
( 0 Comments ) - Leave a CommentMeet the Winemaker (Episode 68): Quentin Quider, Wild Earth
Located in Central Otaga in New Zealand, award-winning Wild Earth Winery was founded and owned by Quentin Quider, a Californian expatriate with a passion for Pinot Noir. Wild Earth has two vineyards together comprising 35 hectares (50 acres) in two of Central Otago’s best locations. In addition to Pinot Noir, they also produces Reisling, Pinot Gris and a small production of Rose.
Named after the untamed and unspoilt New Zealand land and the Pinot Noir grape, which is notoriously difficult to grow, Wild Earth is small production winery which focuses on low yield and quality. Vines are pruned by hand and each wine is treated like an individual and pruned accordingly. While tending a vineyard and growing Pinot Noir in the far south of New Zealand, where frost is common, is challenging, it’s clear that Quider takes great pleasure and pride in doing so.
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