As a young man in the wine trade, my first love was always Bordeaux. There was a magic and mystique to the famous Chateau and vineyards that really hit a note with my romantic nature. The wines, of course, were almost a bonus: the joy of an aged Growth Claret had been one of the … Continued
Ben Chatfield, our Creative Director, recently carried out a series of interviews with different folk at Jeroboams. Next up is our captain! Name: Hugh Sturges Job Title: Chief Executive of Jeroboams In a sentence, what do you do? I am responsible for setting the Company’s objectives over the medium to longer term and structuring and investing … Continued
Pont Street’s metamorphosis continues apace. While the drilling and banging has paused a little (there will be more) the background noise has been dialed back to the clink of wine bottles being shifted into their new homes, and the gentle swish of the duster. The end is very much in sight, with the new layout … Continued
Biodynamic is a buzzword that has appeared in wine circles over the last couple years, but what exactly does it mean? It conjures up ideas of pagan magic, sorcery and a belief in mythical energy fields and forces that sounds too wacky to believe. Yet, our much-loved “organics” – be that fruit, vegetable, or anything … Continued
Ten years ago, at an iconic tasting held at London’s The Caledonian Club, Glenfarclas launched their now hugely successful Family Casks range. Covering over 50 years, each bottling is from one single cask, giving somewhere around 200 bottles. After countless new bottlings, and numerous re-releases, the range reaches a milestone anniversary. More importantly, presents the … Continued
Ben Chatfield, our Creative Director, recently carried out a series of interviews with different folk at Jeroboams. Next up is Peter Mitchell MW, Wine Director of Jeroboams. Name: Peter Mitchell MW Job Title: Wine Director, Jeroboams Group In a sentence, what do you do? Responsibility for all aspects of wine within the group, with an … Continued
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