by Claire MONNIER | 15 Dec 2021 | ASI News
Salvatore Castano recently earned the title of ASI Best Sommelier Europe & Africa, besting a group of talented sommeliers in the process. Yet despite being the just the 14th person to achieve the title, Castano’s humility continues to resonate. It was Castano’s...
by Claire MONNIER | 15 Dec 2021 | ASI News, ASI Partners
Through its extensive research program, Vinventions has developed a unique understanding on oxygen management and its pivotal role in shaping wine’s sensory profile and shelf-life.. Proper oxygen management strategies are essential in helping winemakers deliver the...
by Claire MONNIER | 15 Dec 2021 | ASI News, ASI Partners
Trapiche Reserve, our winery’s ambassador, shows how and why we make wines with both passion and a focus on quality. Born at the foot of the Andes, it becomes the ultimate expression of Trapiche’s best gifts: balance and complexity in equal measure. With...
by Claire MONNIER | 15 Dec 2021 | ASI News, ASI Partners
ER2 is characterized by the intensity that is the signature of the grand crus of the Côte des Blancs and by the complexity of its perpetual re-serve. This second edition made up of 75% of Chardonnays of different ages benefits from the richness of the 2012 vintage and...
by Claire MONNIER | 15 Dec 2021 | ASI News
The US-based Court of Master Sommeliers has announced the expulsion of 6 members including Robert Bath, Fred Dame, Fred Dexheimer, Drew Hendricks, Joseph Linder, and Matt Stamp, following an investigation by Margaret C. Bell a founding partner with San Diego law firm...
by dev855asiv2 | 13 Nov 2021 | ASI News, Contests
Friday, November 19th 2021 at 12.30 h CET The ASI Contest Best Sommelier of Europe & Africa brings together the top three candidates in a live on-stage competition that challenges their knowledge, service skills and tasting abilities. Follow the live stream right...