A symposium on climate change and impact on the world’s vineyards marked the 20th edition of Vinexpo that was held in Bordeaux from 13-16 May 2019, reports the Bordeaux based wine professional Brinda Bourhis for Drinks & Destinations. The topic is constantly in the news; just a week before the opening of Vinexpo, we saw... Continue Reading →
The Drinks & Destinations Podcast Ep7: A Sparkling Talk with Chandon’s President
Listen to the episode here Champagne vs sparkling wines. Which is your pick? Do you know that champagne can only come from the region of champagne in France? Do you know the difference between a prosecco, cava, champagne and an Indian sparkling wine? All these questions are answered in this episode of The Drinks &... Continue Reading →
Champagne, Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
It’s time to rejoice as two of the world’s most renowned wine regions Champagne and Burgundy find place in the UNESCO World Heritage sites list. What does that mean? It means that after enjoying the GI (Geographical Indication) status for years, both champagne and burgundy receive a major boost in wine tourism. Also, the slopes,... Continue Reading →
Classy or Cool! The Champagne Dilemma
At 4 p.m. on a Saturday afternoon a group of media and hospitality professionals are gathered at Novotel Hotel, Mumbai for the tasting of a newly introduced champagne brand. Jean-Noel Girard, International Sales Director, Champagne Devaux is about to present the three champagnes from ‘D’s collection when he observes a growing chatter in the room.... Continue Reading →
In Conversation with Moet Hennessy India’s Brand Ambassador — Rohan Jelkie
One of the perks of Rohan Jelkie’s job is to taste the best champagnes and spirits in the world, and well, get paid for it. But, his role as the Brand Ambassador for Moet Hennessy India doesn’t end there. Read on as he reveals what it takes to do his job well. Thorough knowledge of... Continue Reading →