Exciting News: Bollinger and Ponzi Families Unite
April 7, 2021
Today we have very big news! After 50 years working to establish the Willamette Valley as a world renowned wine region, the Ponzi family is staged for the next chapter. […]
Fifty Shades of Syrah
April 8, 2021
In her latest feature for Wine Searcher, Margaret Rand details the factors that allow for Syrah’s ability to shapeshift into a multitude of guises ranging from cool and peppery to […]
These Elite Bottles of Wine are So Exclusive, You Can’t Just Buy Them
April 9, 2021
Bloomberg highlights the library vintages of Chateau Montelena as some of the most exclusive bottles of wine available to consumers. Elin McCoy elaborates that “certain rare bottlings from big-name wineries […]
Champagne Maker Bollinger Buys Ponzi Vineyards
April 9, 2021
NBC Portland covered the news of the Bollinger family’s acquisition of Ponzi Vineyards in a TV segment that aired on Thursday, April 8. Sisters Maria and Luisa Ponzi spoke with […]
New Releases from Champagne
April 16, 2021
Forbes contributor Tom Hyland recommended Champagne Ayala Le Blanc de Blancs 2014 in a recent column focused on new releases. He notes “aromas of fresh lemon, yellow flowers and chamomile.” […]
The Italian Volcanic Red Wine Called “The Barolo of the South”
April 16, 2021
Wine Enthusiast recommended Paternoster 2016 Don Anselmo in a story highlighting 12 of the most exciting Aglianico grape bottlings from the Vulture region in Basilicata. The wine, which the publication […]
Toast with Mom
April 16, 2021
USA Today selected Gary Farrell Olivet Lane Chardonnay 2018 as a top toast for Mother’s Day this year. The story notes that the Russian River Valley region makes “world-class chardonnay, […]
Wine Reviews: California New Releases
April 16, 2021
Terroirist highlighted Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2018 and Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2018 as part of a California new release story. Awarding it 91 points, the Russian […]
Quinta do Noval Declares 2019 Port Vintage
April 23, 2021
Decanter reported that Quinta do Noval has declared three ports from the 2019 vintage, including its famed “Nacional.” As for the extremely small production Nacional, produced from a small parcel […]
Here’s How to Tell if a Wine is Worth Aging
April 23, 2021
Robb Report wrote a detailed story to help readers better understand whether they should purchase wine to drink now or to age in their homes for years to come. Chateau […]
Steven Spurrier: Burgundy’s 2019 Vintage is Not to be Missed
April 23, 2021
The late Steven Spurrier wrote a feature in The Somm Journal highlighting Burgundy’s 2019 vintage, including an in-depth overview of Domaine Chanson and the 2019 crus – four whites and […]
The posh bottles of wine so exclusive that you can’t just go out and buy
April 23, 2021
Fortune included Chateau Montelena in a story about exclusive, collectible wines that aren’t readily available to purchase at retail stores. In fact, the writer says, “If you dream of helping […]
Dispatch – Sip
April 23, 2021
Chateau Montelena‘s Concierge Program is featured in the May issue of Modern Luxury San Francisco in a column that highlights new happenings in and around the area. The article speaks to […]
Exploring The Cabernet Sauvignon Of Napa Valley, Part Four: Calistoga, Oak Knoll District, And Coombsville
April 23, 2021
Forbes highlighted Chateau Montelena and recommended the Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 in a story that explores Napa Valley’s AVAs of Calistoga, Oak Knoll District and Coombsville. Writer Brian Freedman spoke […]
Posh French Winemakers Pounce on Big American Vineyard Selloff
April 27, 2021
Bloomberg’s Elin McCoy reported on the Bollinger family’s acquisition of Oregon’s Ponzi Vineyards as more European vintners invest in established U.S. estates. In order to get a full perspective on […]
WINE REVIEW: Two Grand Cru Sparkling Wines from Spain
April 30, 2021
Andrew Chalk of The Chalk Report highlighted two wines from Juvé & Camps, the worldwide leader of Gran Reserva Cava, in his latest post. The Reserva de la Familia 2017 […]
11 Best Wine Releases of the Year
May 7, 2021
Departures selected the launch of Champagne Bollinger PN VZ15 as one of the 11 Best Wine Releases of the year. The publication notes that the fall 2020 release was the […]
The 15 Best Champagne Brands for Celebrating Life’s Special Moments, Big and Small
May 7, 2021
Veranda selected Bollinger in a story compiling their most beloved Champagne producers to toast life’s special moments with – no matter how big or how small. Beginning with some historical […]
Some Like It Hot
May 10, 2021
Wine Spectator reports that despite the warm run of recent vintages beginning in 2017, the 2018 vintage in Burgundy is characterized by enough cool nights and sufficient rainfall to maintain […]
Rhône Discovery: 10 Exciting Producers to Know
May 10, 2021
Decanter’ Matt Walls suggests to look beyond the well-known estates and renowned appellations of the Rhône in search of the hidden talents and innovative producers in the region. Included in […]
