Historic Roots in Gattinara Nervi-Conterno Winery carries a storied history that dates back to its foundation in 1906 by Italo Nervi, making it the oldest cantina in Gattinara, a renowned wine appellation in Piedmont, Italy. The winery's roots run even deeper, as many of its vineyards have been in the Nervi family for centuries, with mentions dating as far back as the 15th century. Gattinara itself holds great significance as a winemaking region, known for producing some of the purest expressions of Nebbiolo, the noble grape variety of Piedmont. Gattinara was awarded DOC status in 1967 and upgraded to the prestigious...

A Vintage of Centuries “This is the 40th year I have tasted barrel samples in Bordeaux, but I have never come across anything like the 2022 vintage.” — James Suckling Bordeaux lovers, rejoice! The 2022 vintage is shaping up to be one of the most exciting and promising in recent years. Despite the challenges posed by a record-breaking heatwave and drought, the wines have managed to retain a remarkable balance of fruit, acidity and tannin, even at this early stage, the wines show impressive harmony and structure, reminiscent of some of the best years in Bordeaux, such as 2018, 2009,...

A Storied History of Elegance and Innovation In 1851, Charles-Camille Heidsieck (nephew of Piper-Heidsieck's owner), a charismatic and visionary entrepreneur, founded Champagne Charles Heidsieck at the young age of 29. Born into a prestigious family with deep roots in the world of champagne, Charles became known as "Champagne Charlie" due to his passion for promoting his brand across the United States. Throughout its storied history, the house has been renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to excellence, with Charles being one of the first champagne producers to successfully export its Sparkling Wine.   The Art of Winemaking and Terroir Only...