French billionaire Olivier Goudet has expanded his influence in the global wine industry with the acquisition of Wine-Searcher, one of the world’s leading wine price comparison and data platforms. The acquisition was completed on 11 May 2026 through his US investment arm, GLX U.S. Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Platin Sàrl, the Goudet family’s […]
On Sunday 14 June 2026, Paris will host the second edition of the Paris Tea Festival at Maison Internationale at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (17 Boulevard Jourdan, 75014 Paris), turning the city into a true paradise for tea lovers. Founded by Tea Sommelier María Kockmann, this event gathers tea houses, producers, ceramicists, and artisans from all over the world, offering […]
Eric Boissenot is the “Grape Descendant” of Bordeaux’s most illustrious legacy of wine consultants. It began with Emile Peynaud (1912-2004), aided by his student Jacques Boissenot (1938-2014). When the good professor retired, Boissenot set up his own laboratory and their clients followed him. Jacques Boissenot (a black belt judoka) chose his son Eric – who […]
Marselan was born in 1961 when grape scientist Paul Truel (1924-2014) successfully crossed Cabernet Sauvignon with Grenache in the south of France. In spite of its dual parentage, Marselan exhibits more the DNA of Grenache rather than Cabernet (like some children who resemble more of one, rather than a combination of both, parents). A tell-tale […]
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At Andō, a 1‑star Michelin restaurant in Hong Kong, General Manager & Wine Director Carlito Chiu moves between tables pouring world‑class wines. But in his view, a true sommelier is much more than that. His dedication has just earned him his latest honour. At the recently concluded Tatler Best Hong Kong & Macau 2026 Awards, […]
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Ninth‑Generation Lilian Barton Sartorius (middle), together with her children Mélanie (left) and Damien, is the custodian of the Barton Family estates. At the 200th Anniversary Party of Chateau Leoville Barton on 21 April 2026, the Barton Family released an anniversary label for the 2026 vintage. This year, 2026, marks two centuries since the Barton Family […]
Roberto Duran MS (second from left) and his team from Temper, Wine Room & Lounge. Photographed at ProWine Singapore on 21 April 2026. Temper, Wine Room & Lounge was opened in September 2025 at the Mondrian Singapore Duxton Hotel. Months later, Temper won not one but two Gold Stars at the Star Wine List of […]
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