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Jancis makes a suggestion. A version of this article is also published by the Financial Times. See also South Africa’s star – Chenin Blanc in which the many Cape Chenins...
Jancis Robinson
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South Africa's star – Chenin Blanc
The many Cape Chenins and Chenin blends shown at a big South African tasting in London in May reviewed. Tertius Boshoff of Stellenrust (above) brought five of them. See also...
Jancis Robinson
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30 March 2023 Malu Lambert’s article on the importance of inclusivity in wine language struck such a chord with readers...
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Current developments in Chenin’s birthplace and topical profiles of Domaines François Chidaine, Huet, Vincent Carême, aux Moines and Guiberteau.
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The downs and ups of this popular central Loire appellation.
In the 1980s I was based in Paris and Saumur-Champigny...
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Now that it’s a rich man’s plaything, has this iconic estate lost its oomph? Above, manager Jacques-Antoine Toublanc (left) and...
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Lovely wines – but all too mysterious for both taster and cook.
Towards the end of last year, I had...
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A great-value Loire producer highlighted.
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In continued celebration of old vines comes this overperforming South African Chenin, courtesy of Richard. It also echoes the enthusiasm...
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In his introduction to his old-vine competition entry, Ian Haggie explains: ' I am a mid-thirties wine professional based in...
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The third entry to our 2021 writing competition on old vines is from Etienne Neethling, who introduces himself as 'a...
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Ze'ev Dunie is the author of the second 2021 writing competition entry to be published. He writes: 'Owner and winemaker...
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Today’s wine of the week is made by a remarkable young man who was one of the early beneficiaries of...
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A naturally made Chenin Blanc has Richard completely convinced. See also today's collection of Loire wines tasted by Jancis and...
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There is great Chenin Blanc in both the Loire and South Africa, the two being closely linked in the image...
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A tribute to Jacky Blot, champion of Chenin Blanc and Bourgeuil in the Loire. Above he is seen with his...
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Back in May 2020, which seems like a lifetime ago, I was due to go on a trip to the...
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See this guide to the other instalments in this broad look at current offerings from the Loire Valley. Reds, pinks...
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