The Club O Collection is home to reviews of the very finest wines and spirits, sampled by specialist critics in premium tastings, exclusively for Club Oenologique.
The rise of Cuvée Speciale bottlings of the famous Rhône wine has led to accusations of a lack of typicity and, even, drinkability. Matt Walls explores the trend and suggests paths towards a happy compromise
As Bordeaux lovers prime themselves for the en primeur tastings of the 2021 vintage, Panos Kakaviatos urges them not to overlook the unfortunately tagged 'Covid' vintage, Bordeaux 2019 – now in bottle – which excels in quality and, particularly, price
Already among Spain’s more progressive wine regions, the slaty spot in the country’s northeast boasts a new, refined classification – even if, as Adam Lechmere discovers, not all of Priorat's top names have signed up
It was a vintage that excited on release but has since proved problematic. So, 25 years on, how are the top wines holding up? Christelle Guibert finds out
With many houses reporting a run on fizz, Essi Avellan MW picks out the best new releases to snap up now – and enjoy later
Alder Yarrow tastes through library vintages and current releases from the diverse vineyards of California stalwart Peter Michael, including its red and white flagships
As the winery releases its 40th vintage, Adam Lechmere tastes back over the past decade of Quilceda Creek, arguably Washington State’s most renowned Cabernet
Argentina has drawn high praise for its classy, full-bodied red wines, with Malbec the key grape variety. Tim Atkin MW selects seven magnificent examples all capable of long ageing
Chile is home to a host of world-class red wines, and is now a serious player on the world stage. Tim Atkin MW picks his favourite Chilean reds that will only improve with age
No country boasts as many grape varieties as Italy. Ian D’Agata traces the trend for indigenous wines back to its roots, and picks 10 fine examples