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Chateau Lynch Bages Vertical (2017, 2018, 2019) €600.00 Only 4 sets available https://lnkd.in/e5_Br663 Paulliac, located at the heart of Bordeaux, is the holy grail for the best wines produced in the region. So much so, that 3 of the 5 chateaux classified as the best, Chateau Latour, Chateau Lafite and Mouton Rothschild, are located here. Lynch Bages is particularly popular here in Ireland and is one of the most reliable and in demand Châteaux of Bordeaux. Prices are modest compared to those of the aforementioned 1er Cru Classe, and it represents good value for money. Owned by the Cazes family since 1939, this much loved wine consistently makes one of our most highly demanded and biggest selling wines of Bordeaux. The dashing Jean-Charles Cazes is at the helm for the last number of years, and his wines are as charming as he is. The recent vintages have been amongst the best ever. This vertical contains one each of the following vintages: 2017, 2018, 2019 The 2019 100 points Jeb Dunnuck The 2019 Château Lynch-Bages is stunningly good, and it’s going to be interesting to compare this to the 2018 over the coming decades. Based on 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, brought up in 75% new French oak, its dense purple hue is followed by an incredible bouquet of pure crème de cassis, freshly sharpened cedar pencil, spring flowers, smoke, and graphite, with an almost liqueur of rocks-like minerality. A massive, incredibly concentrated Lynch-Bages, Jean-Charles has hit a home run in the vintage, and this sensational wine has building, perfect tannins, insane purity, and a finish that won’t quit. It has the purity, finesse, balance, and depth to offer pleasure not only today but to evolve for 40 to 50 years. Smart money will hide these for a good 7-8 years, but wow, what a wine. Bravo. @chateaulynchbages #lynchbages #chateaulynchbages #wine #winetasting #winelover #finewine #rarewine #winecollector #winecollection #bordeaux

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Chateau Lynch Bages Vertical (2017, 2018, 2019) €600.00 Only 4 sets available https://lnkd.in/e5_Br663 Paulliac, located at the heart of Bordeaux, is the holy grail for the best wines produced in the region. So much so, that 3 of the 5 chateaux classified as the best, Chateau Latour, Chateau Lafite and Mouton Rothschild, are located here. Lynch Bages is particularly popular here in Ireland and is one of the most reliable and in demand Châteaux of Bordeaux. Prices are modest compared to those of the aforementioned 1er Cru Classe, and it represents good value for money. Owned by the Cazes family since 1939, this much loved wine consistently makes one of our most highly demanded and biggest selling wines of Bordeaux. The dashing Jean-Charles Cazes is at the helm for the last number of years, and his wines are as charming as he is. The recent vintages have been amongst the best ever. This vertical contains one each of the following vintages: 2017, 2018, 2019 The 2019 100 points Jeb Dunnuck The 2019 Château Lynch-Bages is stunningly good, and it’s going to be interesting to compare this to the 2018 over the coming decades. Based on 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, brought up in 75% new French oak, its dense purple hue is followed by an incredible bouquet of pure crème de cassis, freshly sharpened cedar pencil, spring flowers, smoke, and graphite, with an almost liqueur of rocks-like minerality. A massive, incredibly concentrated Lynch-Bages, Jean-Charles has hit a home run in the vintage, and this sensational wine has building, perfect tannins, insane purity, and a finish that won’t quit. It has the purity, finesse, balance, and depth to offer pleasure not only today but to evolve for 40 to 50 years. Smart money will hide these for a good 7-8 years, but wow, what a wine. Bravo. @chateaulynchbages #lynchbages #chateaulynchbages #wine #winetasting #winelover #finewine #rarewine #winecollector #winecollection #bordeaux

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Check out this interview in The Spirits Business with our Trade Lead Liam Belton ✨

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We're proud to announce Bordeaux En Primeur Wines are soon available on InterCellar Wine & Spirits ! 💥 What is "Primeurs" ? 🤔 "The Primeurs are a way of purchasing the most sought-after wines and vintages while they are still in barrel, offering customers the opportunity to invest in a particular wine before it is bottled and made available on the market." En Primeur wines are typically sought-after for 3 reasons: • Attractive pricing that are lower than the one of bottled wines. • An unfair advantage for you to obtain your desired vintages which is important in the region of Bordeaux known for low production volumes and scarcity. • A guarantee of the origin and good conservation of the wine as the wine has yet experienced any transit Once exclusive for wine merchants and private clients, today en Primeur becomes accessible for all on the InterCellar Wine & Spirits marketplace. 🍷 #web3 #blockchain #wineindustry #realworldassets #tokenization

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Next webinar: How to pitch your brands effectively to the USA wine buyer Date : 17th June Time : 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PST Topic : How to pitch your brands effectively to the USA wine buyers 60 minutes of presentation where Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network and USA Wine, Beer and Spirits. Ratings will moderate a panel with USA Wine Buyers where brands will be able to get answers to their own questions. Please RSVP here and fill in the question you would like to ask the buyer. There will be up to 5 buyers from all over the USA including bottle shop wine buyers to sommeliers. RSVP here.

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Our Best Value wines series takes a sideways step into the wines released in the recent Bordeaux En Primeur campaign.

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New Podcast Episode! In the small world of La Place, no other change has had as many impacts as the recent growth of the Beyond Bordeaux wines category. From Almaviva to Opus One, from Penfolds to Masseto, the international icons have transformed the way the Place works, and the way we understand the fine wine category.⁠ ⁠ But in the last five years, the Place has also started to distribute what could be qualified as “anonymous brands” — wines with a surprisingly limited level of desirability, or international recognition. It’s a strategic move that left many actors in the fine wine supply chain quite puzzled.⁠ ⁠ Why do estates from around the world want to work with a historic institution in Bordeaux? And why would négociants want to distribute them? What impacts have these wines had on La Place and beyond? How are they likely to transform La Place — and by extension fine wine distribution? ⁠ ⁠ This episode is probably one of the most fascinating that Pauline & Felicity have worked on. In Beyond Bordeaux, they talk history and airfares, philosophy and aesthetics, global distribution strategy and key factors of success, fame, FOMO and money. We discuss with key personalities, including Beyond Bordeaux producers, négociants, courtiers, journalists, distributors, importers and, of course, Bordeaux châteaux With: Philippe Newlin (Wine.com), Deidre Taylor, DipWSET (Kanonkop Wine Estate), Tom Portet, Mathieu Jullien (LVMH Vins d'Exception), Ronan LABORDE (UNION DES GRANDS CRUS DE BORDEAUX), Jane Anson, Max Lalondrelle (Berry Bros. & Rudd), Jeremy Stockman and Mathieu Chadronnier (CVBG/). https://bit.ly/ILPBEp4

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Located in the heart of Europe, Germany boasts a large population and high purchasing power, making it one of the world’s strongest economies and one of the largest wine-consuming countries. In 2023 Germany was the biggest wine importer in the world by volume, with 13.6 mhl, followed by the U.K. and the U.S. Despite this seemingly very positive change for Germany’s wine imports, the numbers were actually slightly smaller than the previous year across almost all wine categories except bulk wine, and the country’s ascension to first place was caused by larger drops in imports in the other top wine importers. https://lnkd.in/dKnnbkTD

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Investing in Wine: What You Need to Know Curious about how to get started with wine investments? Discover how bottles from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti can reach auction prices of up to €500 million! 📈 This article features insights from Gertjan Verdickt, Financial Economics lecturer at KU Leuven, who shares his expertise on the benefits and strategies of investing in wine. Learn about the 10.3% annual return, how to make wine investment accessible, and tips for making smart investment choices. Eager to dive deeper? Read the full article and see how you can take advantage of this unique investment opportunity. 👇 https://lnkd.in/esn5XTwx A special thanks to Gertjan Verdickt for his valuable insights on wine investing. 🍷 #WineInvesting #BelgiumWineWatchers #DomaineDeLaRomanéeConti #GertjanVerdickt #Investment #WineAuctions #WineInvestment #BestWineAuctions

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Crémant and Champagne are both sparkling wines produced in France, but they have distinct differences that set them apart. Champagne is exclusively produced in the Champagne region, following strict regulations regarding the varieties of grapes used, primarily Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, and methods, including traditional bottle fermentation. Crémant, on the other hand, is a term for sparkling wines made outside the Champagne region but still within France, with notable varieties from regions like Alsace, Loire, and Burgundy. Although crémants adhere to similar production methods as #Champagne, they offer unique profiles reflecting their regional terroir and grape varieties. While Champagne enjoys a prestigious reputation, crémant presents a more accessible option for those seeking quality French sparkling #wine, delivering excellent #value and variety. www.somm.site #learn #hospitality #business #career #wineeducation #winewednesday #innovation #growth #marketing #management #digitalmarketing

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Great article about the Bucher Vaslin FLAVY FGC. The Flavy FGC high-performance filter sets new standards in the market in terms of performance and energy consumption. READ HERE: https://lnkd.in/eaXKrSaF #sustainability BUCHER VASLIN #filtration

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One of the biggest changes that has happened within the last two years is the opening of Bordeaux’s La Place distribution system to wines from outside Bordeaux. It seems paradoxical that a group of distributors who are intimately bound up with the history of Bordeaux are now distributing wines from places as far-flung as Argentina and South Africa. Not only that, but this turn of events is reshaping the global fine wine market. In Episode 4 of Inside La Place de Bordeaux, we explored the world of “beyond Bordeaux”. Our latest article, available to Areni members, summarises five key findings from the episode:

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🇧🇪 Vandemoortele’s Flemish expansion into Italy 🇮🇹   🥐 In a move that underscores the dynamic synergy between #Italy and #Flanders, Vandemoortele has recently acquired the renowned Italian bakery company Dolciaria Acquaviva.   🏭 The acquisition of the Naples-based producer of high-quality frozen #bakery goods marks a significant milestone. With a portfolio that spans both #sweet and #savory delights, Dolciaria Acquaviva boasts four state-of-the-art production lines in Naples and three additional facilities in Northern Italy, catering to over 40,000 customers.   👨‍🍳 As Vandemoortele fortifies its position in Italy in addition to the already existing offices and factories in Genoa and Agrate and a workforce of 312 employees, this acquisition not only kneads together the expertise of two bakery connoisseurs, but also reveals the flourishing business #opportunities between Italy and Flanders.   🤝 Another proof of the potential of cross-border #collaborations to foster growth, new ideas and economic prosperity.   Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/daEGsaED   Marleen Verstreken | Sophie Massagé Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT) Pierluigi Acquaviva | Jean Vandemoortele Yvon GUERIN ❖ DIRECTEUR GENERAL | Sabine Sagaert

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[ 1𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗥𝗨 ] 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗮 1𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗲? ✨ In #Burgundy, wines are classified according to the quality of the terroir where the grapes are grown. 🍇 Premiers Crus appellations account for around 10% of Burgundy wines. These oenological gems are always linked to the name of the village where the vines are planted. ✍🏻 On the label of a bottle of Burgundy Premier Cru #wine, you'll see: the name of the appellation followed by the specific name of the village where the vines are planted. 🍷 Premiers Crus wines come from parcels carefully selected (climat) for their exceptional quality. Located on well exposed slopes and benefiting from ideal geological and climatic conditions, these #vineyards produce grapes of incomparable quality.

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𝗘𝗺𝗺𝗶 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘁 The Emmi Group has announced it intends to acquire Mademoiselle Desserts, the leading French group specializing in premium pastries. The potential acquisition, which has an enterprise value of around EUR 900 million would add French-inspired desserts to Emmi’s dessert portfolio. The transaction is subject to consultation with Mademoiselle Desserts’ employee representatives and approval by the relevant competition and regulatory authorities. This story features in 𝗕𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗠𝗜𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗥, the 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 bi-monthly newsletter from f2m. It’s out on Wednesday, so make sure you receive your copy. The Mademoiselle Desserts Group has a leading market position in the European dessert market with 12 production sites in France, England, the Netherlands and Belgium. Information and consultation with the relevant employee representatives of Mademoiselle Desserts will begin shortly. Today, the premium dessert business accounts for 9% of the Emmi Group’s total sales. Emmi stated: “The planned acquisition will open up new market opportunities for Emmi to assume a leading global role in the constantly growing premium dessert category as a ‘Desserts Powerhouse’.” Ricarda Demarmels, CEO of Emmi Group, commented on the new acquisition plans: “With the planned takeover of the Mademoiselle Desserts Group, we want to strengthen our strategic premium desserts category and, as a ‘category captain’ and preferred business partner, we will be able to offer our customers an innovative and high-quality overall range.” Didier Boudy, the current CEO of the Mademoiselle Desserts Group stated, “We look forward with great joy and excitement to the possible collaboration with our Italian and American colleagues in the Emmi Group, with whom we would combine our dessert know-how. Together we will expand the dessert business with an outstanding range of iconic products.” Emmi is a leading manufacturer of high-quality dairy products in Switzerland, founded in 1907 by dairy farmers’ cooperatives in the Lucerne region. It now has a local presence in 14 countries, selling its products in around 60 countries, with 57 production sites in 11 countries. To read more about Emmi Group and Mademoiselle Desserts, click to the 𝗕𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 website: https://lnkd.in/ecF_3N5q The story will also feature in 𝗕𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗠𝗜𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗥, the 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 newsletter from f2m, which will be out on Wednesday. Don’t forget to subscribe to our bi-monthly newsletter, which is full of breaking news from the world of industrial baking. https://lnkd.in/ee54YM68   #TheEmmiGroup #MademoiselleDesserts #pastries #premiumdesserts #companyacquisition #DessertsPowerhouse #Frenchdesserts #BakeryMirror #f2m #food2multimedia #bakingandbiscuitinternational #brotundbackwaren

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🍷 Another year, another Bordeaux En Primeur! 🍷 🇫🇷 As reported last year on The Write Taste, Bordeaux En Primeur has a special place in UK wine merchants' hearts. It's a unique system in the wine world and En Primeur Week (22nd to 25th April 2024), allowed key industry players to taste Bordeaux's latest vintage before purchasing. Over 5,000 visitors from around 50 countries are expected to have travelled to the vineyards 🍇 and châteaux to assess the full potential of the 2023 vintage still ageing in barrel. 💰 It's no secret that the trade is worried. It has been widely reported that, in the midst of tough economic conditions for Bordeaux, as well as for the fine wine market, En Primeur itself faces a critical moment. Financial difficulties are already affecting producers and négociants, brought on by a mix of COVID, energy costs and an ever-changing wine market, so pricing has become perhaps the most talked about and key factor. 💡 So how is the 2023 vintage shaping up, what were the main challenges, how does it compare to previous vintages and are pricing reforms key to success? 👀 Read the latest analysis on The Write Taste. Grand Cercle des Vins de Bordeaux Pandora Mistry Claire Prothon-Mackintosh Business France UK Business France – Vins & Spiritueux Business France VIGNOBLES ROBIN Château Rol Valentin Château La Cardonne Château de La Dauphine Château Lanessan Château Siaurac Luma Monteiro FWS #Bordeaux #wine #frenchwine #winebusiness

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🥂🍷 FINE WINE QUICK UPDATE 🥂🍷 A lot has been spoken and written about when discussing the En Primeur season in Bordeaux this year and whilst I have monitored it closely, have not put out any thoughts on it until now. An average -22% reduction in price (note some First Growths, much more such as Haut Brion -39.5%, Mouton Rothschild -34.6%) from the 2022 vintage has been one of the outcomes thus far from Chateau releases. How was the price calculated? There were a lot of similarities to the 2017 and 2019 vintage which gives some comparables on pricing. The fine wine market as a whole, as we know has had a bad time of it over the last 12 months with stark underperformance. Not least the likes of the Burgundy 150 index which has been the worst performing sub-index of the Liv-Ex 1000, falling some 19.6% over the last year. This being said, not all is bad news. ➡️ Many of the critics scoring suggested potential 100 ratings for 2023 Bordeaux releases (such as Le Pin, Pavie, Montrose, Petrus, Margaux, Palmer, Haut Brion, Mouton Rothschild to name but a few). Offering discounted entry levels to past years due to the overall market dymanics. ➡️ Bordeaux is dominating the secondary market (at peak a few weeks ago it was 46.7% on trade on Liv-Ex) not surprisingly, but en primeur season brings a renewed interest in back vintages. The 2005 editions are into their drinking windows which has seen the likes of Mouton Rothschild 2005 have increased demand (up 30.3% since release). ➡️ Don't forget the sparkles.....whilst Champagne has had a periodic reprice, like the bulk of the market, there have been signs of uptick and at this price point for some of the top tiered brands, it now looks to be offering opportunistic buy possibilities. Don't forget it is the leading regional performer (around 45.5% over the last 5 years). So my message is, there are opportunities out there to find 'more reasonably' priced fine wine parcels. Remember, fine wine investing is not short term investing - it is for a minimum of 3-5 years and arguably longer when looking at the Bordeaux region. If you want to take time to see the Bordeaux's pricing in the secondary market then I completely understand that process albeit finding supply of them maybe tricky without being an exchange member. However, the discount applied year on year is something which makes entry at these levels more appealing. If you want to discuss or look at opportunities to do so or how you get into fine wine investing, then give me a shout. These are purely my own thoughts on the state of the fine market at the moment. #finewinemarket #finewineinvesting #finewine #finewineinbond #wineinbond #bordeaux #enprimeur #wineeducation Vin-X Fine Wine Investment

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