The World of Fine Wine Magazine Issue 68 (English edition)

The Issue 68 of the magazine The World of Fine Wine Magazine, published in June 2020, offers an exceptional dive into the world of great wines of the world through the pen of the greatest international experts and critics.

This issue pays tribute to two major figures in wine criticism: Hugh Johnson and Michael Broadbent, with a file dedicated to the legendary Bordeaux Club.

Global exploration of terroirs and vintages

In this work, Sal Westrich sign an exciting article on the French influence in the birth of the American wines : A New World: How the French Shaped Early American Wine.

Terry Theise, a leading figure in German wine, shares a sincere and sharp reflection in Riesling, malheureusement, while Jim Clarke takes us into the secret landscapes of Anderson Valley, in Northern California.

David Schildknecht signs a meditation on taste sensitivity and wine culture in Enlightened Likings, a text as erudite as it is inspiring.

European Chronicles: Between Tradition and Renewal

The Master of Wine Simon Field dedicates a long article to the house Hidalgo and to the richness of viticulture of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, cradle of Manzanilla.
Darren Smith, for his part, explores the Canaries, a volcanic archipelago experiencing a wine-growing boom.

The Anne Krebiehl MW critique paints a fascinating portrait of the Champagne winemaker Ulysse Collin, symbol of a new generation redefining the Terroir champagne.

Andrew Jefford comes back to the 1999 vintage in Bordeaux, while Matthew Hemming MW analyze precisely the evolution of the Vintage 2010, two major landmarks of the decade.

Tastings and legendary verticals

In the section Tastings, the tastings cover several iconic appellations:

• Brunello di Montalcino 2015,

• Grenache Odyssey,

• The great white wines of central Italy,

• White wines from Greece and Cyprus.

These pages are a true reference for the demanding enthusiasts and the wine professionals looking for precise sensory markers and of reasoned critiques.

Portraits and Analyses: The Human Behind the Wine

Joanna Simon confronts the worlds of domains Truth and Cardinal in California.
Sarah Ahmed highlights the purity of the Riesling Jim Barry, while Axel Probst revisits the Vintage Ports from the 1970 vintage.
Michael Edwards Sign an analysis of the Counts of Champagne 2008 of Taittinger, considered one of the greatest recent vintages.
Finally, Anthony Rose celebrate the Riserva 2012 from Biondi-Santi Il Greppo, incarnation of the classical style of Brunello di Montalcino.

Opening to the world and cultural reflections

In the last pages, Judy O’Kane is interested in colonists of the New World in Colons, , Rod Phillips explore the rise of Cabernet Franc in Ontario, while Elin McCoy sign a portrait of Jean-Guillaume Prats, a key player in the international wine world.

A magazine of excellence for collectors and enthusiasts

Edited in London, Le Monde de Fine Wine Magazine is recognized for its editorial quality, his meticulous iconography and the depth of his analyses.
Each number is a global reference for those who wish to deepen their knowledge of great vintages, some exceptional winemakers and the contemporary wine trends.

This number 68 constitutes a essential reading for the wine professionals, , collectors and informed readers, combining Erudition, pleasure, and precision.

⚙️ Characteristics

• Title: The World of Fine Wine Magazine – Issue 68

• Release date: June 2020

• Editor: The World of Fine Wine Ltd

• Language: English

• Themes: Wine, tasting, oenology, vintages, portraits of winemakers

• Format: Paperback review

• ISSN: 1743-9135

• Dimensions: 210 × 280 mm