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Wine Journal — Est. 2024

Exploring the world of wine through terroir, hospitality, and storytelling.

A modern wine journal by Massimiliano Unternährer — KEDGE sommelier, hospitality professional, and wine writer covering Bordeaux, Champagne, Burgundy and beyond.

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Rigorous, sensory-driven notes from the cellar and tasting room — scored with precision, written with passion.

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Bordeaux
98pts
Margaux, Bordeaux

Château Margaux 2019

Château Margaux

"Exceptional depth and precision. Black cherry, violets, cedar, and crushed stone lead to a palate of extraordinary finesse and length."

Cabernet Sauvignon 87%2028–2055
Champagne bubbles rising in a tall flute glass with golden liquid, bright clean background
Champagne
96pts
Champagne

Krug Grande Cuvée 2015

Krug

"Brioche, toasted almonds, dried apricot, and a saline minerality that is unmistakably Krug. Extraordinary persistence."

Pinot Noir 45%, Chardonnay 35%2024–2035
Deep garnet wine in a large Burgundy glass, warm amber light from the side
Italy
97pts
Barolo, Piedmont

Barolo Brunate 2018

Giuseppe Rinaldi

"Classic, ethereal Barolo. Rose petals, tar, dried cherries, and forest floor. Silky tannins of extraordinary complexity and a finish that lasts minutes."

Nebbiolo 100%2026–2045

Journal

Editorial wine writing — culture, business, travel, and the stories behind the glass.

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Bordeaux vineyard rows at golden hour, warm amber light across deep green vines and terracotta soil
Bordeaux8 min read
May 2026

The Future of Bordeaux for Younger Collectors

As en primeur prices shift and generational tastes evolve, we examine how the most prestigious appellation in the world is adapting to a new era of collectors.

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Champagne5 min read
April 2026

Why Champagne and Hip-Hop Share the Same Energy

From Jay-Z's Armand de Brignac to Kendrick's Compton vineyards — the cultural conversation between luxury Champagne and modern music.

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Wine Business6 min read
March 2026

The New Luxury Wine Consumer

Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping how fine wine is bought, discussed, and experienced. Data, taste, and the death of the old guard.

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Burgundy7 min read
February 2026

Hidden Gems of Burgundy: Villages Worth Knowing

Beyond Gevrey and Chambolle lie extraordinary terroirs producing wines of equal complexity at a fraction of grand cru prices. A guide to the overlooked.

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"Wine is not only about what is in the glass — it is about culture, memory, people, and place."

Massimiliano Unternährer

Wine & Spirit Management — KEDGE Business School, Bordeaux

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3+

Years Experience

200+

Wines Tasted

Bordeaux
Champagne
Burgundy

Top Recommendations

Curated selections — from cellar investments to hidden gems and everyday luxury.

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Deep ruby Bordeaux wine in crystal glass, dark cellar background

Pichon Baron 2016

Pauillac, Bordeaux

Cellar investment grade. Dense, structured, extraordinary potential.

96

pts

02
Pale golden champagne in a tall flute, bright clean white background

Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs

Champagne

Perfect aperitif. Lemon curd, chalk, and infinite elegance.

94

pts

03
Garnet red Sicilian wine in a glass with volcanic rock and herbs in background

Etna Rosso Guardiola 2020

Sicily, Italy

Hidden gem. Volcanic minerality, wild herbs, Nerello at its finest.

93

pts

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