Emerging from a desire to enhance the simplistic star rating given to a vintage, a new, comprehensive assessment system called Forma has been introduced by the Consorzio del vino Brunello di Montalcino. Cristina Mercuri takes an in-depth look at the initiative and the advantages it offers to lovers of the region's wines
Sarah Heller MW detects a promising rise in a 'precise' style of Amarone della Valpolicella and highlights five estates that are pioneering the trend while making wines with distinct personalities
In episode 231 of The Drinking Hour podcast, David Kermode travels to Alto Adige to meet with Eduard Bernhart, Maria Niedrist and and Harald Cronst to discuss how terroir, indigenous grape varietals, and a cooperative approach to winemaking sets the Alpine region apart from its Italian and Germanic counterparts
Switzerland is not internationally renowned for its food scene but the country consistently ranks among the world’s top five countries for Michelin stars. From Alpine fare to Moroccan cuisine, here are 13 of Switzerland's best fine-dining restaurants
In his new book, The Whisky World Tour, Joel Harrison picks out 52 distilleries around the world to visit for the very best whisky experiences. In this extract, he explains why Star Hill Farm, the home of Maker's Mark and a whisky that won gold at this year's IWSC judging in Kentucky, should be on any dram lover's bucket list
In episode 230 of The Drinking Hour podcast, David Kermode sits down with Joel Harrison, whisky writer and Club Oenologique's contributing editor for spirits, to discuss his new book The World Whisky Tour. Taking us through the doors of 52 of the world's best whisky distilleries, Harrison reveals the countries doing extraordinary things in the category and discusses his top places for whisky lovers to visit
Matt Walls takes a trip across the Rhône Valley to discover the best wineries to visit for tours, tastings and unique experiences
From a 400-strong whisky bar to a contemporary Mediterranean-inspired cocktail spot, these are the best new bars to visit this September
From spectacular Spanish in London to fine French in New York, these are the best new restaurants to visit this month
In episode 229 of The Drinking Hour podcast, David Kermode sits down with Pierre de Klerk of Graham Beck to chat Cap Classique and learn more about the producer's award-winning Cuvée Clive