Articles
Bodega Severino Sanz, Ribera del Duero
by Miquel Hudin | 22-04-2026
While I’ve previously tasted the wines of Severino Sanz, it was ages ago and this new tasting formed a rediscovery of their wines for me and a greater... more »
It’s the price, stupid
by Miquel Hudin | 20-04-2026
The week in Provence had begun shakily. Pounding rain and fierce Mistral on the drive up had lent a dreary start. But, it was a surprise hit of... more »
Looking at Herzegovina’s Žilavka
by Miquel Hudin | 15-04-2026
It was about 20 years ago when I was first introduced to the main white variety of Žilavka in Bosnia Herzegovina via writing my book on Dalmacija-Herzegovina, but... more »
Familia Torres – Purgatori 2023
by Miquel Hudin | 13-04-2026
In what was another life (i.e. pre-pandemic) I received less than 48 hours notice to fill in as the “wine expert” for a group of well-heeled enotourists arriving... more »
A Benvenuti vertical at Vinodol
by Miquel Hudin | 09-04-2026
Entering Vinodol in the heart of Zagreb’s Lower Town is a bit like entering a speakeasy. You initially find yourself in what seems to be an open-air café... more »
Vins Nadal – Negre 110 2024
by Miquel Hudin | 07-04-2026
A long time ago I learned very soundly not go where it’s clear that I’m not wanted. This is an easy proposition when choosing to avoid crossing a... more »
The wines of Croatia 2026
by Miquel Hudin | 01-04-2026
The arrival of spring means that it’s time for a new look at the wines from the Republic of Croatia, which, within the General Tasting Report and that... more »
Juvé & Camps leaves DO Cava for Corpinnat
by Miquel Hudin |
In what has long-been suspected by many, today Juvé & Camps announced that they have left the DO Cava to join the association of Corpinnat and raise its... more »
Penine Istenič, Štajerska, Slovenija
by Miquel Hudin | 30-03-2026
These wines of Penine Istenič were tasted during the recent Vinart fair in Zagreb, Croatia during the first week of March, 2026. While there were a good number... more »
Farewell, Alen Bibić
by Miquel Hudin | 27-03-2026
In what is sad news, Dalmatian winemaker, Alen Bibić of his eponymous Bibich Winery has died this week at the age of 53. This comes shortly after the... more »