Wine education is my passion. For over 20 years, I’ve brought Bordeaux insights to wine lovers and professionals worldwide through events, tastings, tours, webinars, and writing. I believe knowledge deepens enjoyment by revealing the people, places, and innovations behind each bottle.
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Château Croizet-Bages and Château Rauzan-Gassies, family wineries and famous names
Bordeaux is about families, even in the hallowed lands of classified growths of the Médoc. Let me introduce you to the Quié family. They may be discreet but they own and run two splendid Médoc classified growths: Château Croizet-Bages in Pauillac and Château Rauzan-Gassies in Margaux. Join the ‘club des confidentiels’.
MoreMouton Cadet, reinvention rooted in people
Mouton Cadet is the largest and best known Bordeaux wine brand. Look further than the ‘icone’ red blend to discover the diversity the brand now offers and now it is engaging with both growers and consumers.
MoreGrape Stars
Michelin has a new guide, and it’s not about restaurants or hotels. It’s about vineyards. What’s it all about, who’s in it and why.
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A bi-monthly look at news from Bordeaux and other wine regions. Wine and wellbeing, women in wine, & sustainability pop up regularly. 30 years in Bordeaux have gained me the inside track with a deep and detailed look at the past and future of the region.
MoreLearn about wine
Wine education is at the heart of everything I do – for students seeking to improve their existing wine knowledge, immerse themselves in the appellations and classifications of Bordeaux, or build on the wine knowledge of their sales force.
MoreWine and Wellbeing
As well as wine, I’m also passionate about health. Through my blog, books, online courses & retreats I share my tips on avoiding the pitfalls of drinking and eating well.
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