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Bollinger Will Release a ‘James Bond’-Themed Champagne This Fall

October 8, 2019

Food & Wine magazine has highlighted the news that Champagne Bollinger has introduced a limited edition to celebrate the 25th James Bond Adventure, No Time To Die. The detailed story highlights […]

Five Minutes With Matt Crafton

October 8, 2019

The Tasting Panel highlighted Chateau Montelena in a dedicated story, “Five Minutes With Matt Crafton.” The piece highlights a conversation the writer had with Winemaker Matt Crafton covering his winemaking […]

You Can Drink Like 007 With This New James Bond-Inspired Champagne

October 15, 2019

Thrillist has highlighted Champagne Bollinger in a story titled, You Can Drink Like 007 With This New James-Bond Inspired Champagne. The writer cheekily notes that when James Bond isn’t drinking a […]

Bloomberg’s Guide to Big-Deal Biancos

October 17, 2019

In Bloomberg’s recenter article, “A $450 White Wine From Italy? Winemakers Bet on Big-Deal Biancos”, wine writer Elin McCoy details the emerging trend of collectible Italian whites that are rivaling […]

Dinner at Home: 1947 Domaine Chanson Montrachet Grand Cru

October 18, 2019

In recalling his recent time spent in Beaune, journalist William Kelly of Wine Advocate, tells the story of how a splendid meal out featuring the 2013 Domaine Ramonet Montrachet Grand […]

Wine Lovers’ Here’s Why You Should Be Drinking Chardonnay

October 22, 2019

The South Florida Reporter highlighted Chateau Montelena in a story titled, “Wine Lovers’ Here’s Why You Should Be Drinking Chardonnay.” The article covers Chardonnay and compares wines that use Malolactic […]

The New Champagnes Every Bond Fan Will Want Ahead of “No Time to Die”

October 22, 2019

Men’s Journal featured Champagne Bollinger in a story titled, The New Champagnes Every Bond Fan Will Want Ahead of ‘No Time to Die.’ The detailed story highlights that Bollinger will be […]

Last Chance to See: A Nacional Treasure

October 22, 2019

Wine Searcher recently highlighted the renowned port producer Quinta do Noval in a story titled, “Last Chance to See: A Nacional Treasure.”  The feature, as the clever title suggests, details […]

Products of the Week

October 23, 2019

Inside Hook featured Champagne Bollinger in its weekly roundup of the 10 best things that they’ve heard about or seen all week. The Bollinger 007 Limited Edition, 2011 Vintage was selected […]

Little Bolgheri’s Big Appeal

October 25, 2019

In their recent publication titled “Little Bolgheri’s Big Appeal”,  Wine Spectator focuses on industry-leading Super Tuscan producers, including Vintus’ very own Le Macchiole and Ornellaia. These producers are united in […]

Appellation Marlborough Wine Grows to 49 Members

October 28, 2019

Harpers has highlighted the growth of Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) in a dedicated story, including quotes from Dog Point Vineyard owner Ivan Sutherland as he is the AMW chair. Since […]

Luce Brunello di Montalcino 2015 a Contender for James Suckling’s Wine of the Year

October 29, 2019

Wine critic James Suckling has released the names of his top five wines tasted in 2019. After traveling the world and tasting more than 25,000 wines with his son, Jack, […]

News Briefs of October 30, 2019

October 30, 2019

Shanken News Daily has highlighted Champagne Bollinger in its daily industry report, highlighting the release of the James Bond 007 Limited Edition, 2011 Vintage. The gift item, imported by VINTUS in […]

French Hotel Launches ‘The Crown’-Inspired Package That Lets You Live Like Royalty

November 1, 2019

Food & Wine has highlighted a new hotel package The Royal Champagne created in anticipation of the season premiere of Netflix’s popular series, The Crown. The story, “French Hotel Launches ‘The […]

Superb Spirits: The Best Gins to Stock Up on This Year (and Beyond)

November 5, 2019

Forbes columnist and major gin enthusiast Karla Alindahao has published “Superb Spirits: the Best Gins to Stock Up on This Year (and Beyond),” which offers an entertaining look into how her […]

Oh, So Calistoga!: Volcano, caves and vines define one of fall’s top destinations

November 6, 2019

The Entertainer! Magazine has highlighted Calistoga, CA as one of the top destinations to experience this fall and notes that Chateau Montelena is a “must visit” in the region. The […]

2019 Holiday Gift Guide

November 6, 2019

Imbibe Magazine has featured Chateau Montelena Napa Valley Chardonnay 2016 in its annual holiday gift guide within the $100 and under category. The writer notes that the winery’s classic Chardonnay […]

Top Notch Champagnes Raising the Bar This Season

November 7, 2019

Modern Luxury’s Men’s Book has published a roundup of outstanding champagnes to enjoy, gift or cellar this holiday season. The Champagne Bollinger 007 Limited Edition, Vintage 2011 is one of the […]

Mitolo’s friendly Little Wolf opens

November 7, 2019

The Advertiser has published a dedicated feature story about the opening of Mitolo Winery’s new “vineyard diner,” called Little Wolf. Led by Chef Vincenzo La Montagna, Little Wolf will highlight the […]