Summary In this session we'll unravel the enigma of one of France's most idiosyncractic wine regions in the company of the world's leading Jura expert, Wink Lorch. In this webinar we will Cover the key appellations  Learn the most important wine styles Discuss how the Jura has changed over the last 10 years Get the low down on some of the most exciting producers of the region As ever, there will be a chance for those of

Summary: What is a 'natural wine' anyway? In the latest in our series of blind tasting videos, Justin is once again joined by Chris Martin MW, to discuss all things natural. They taste three outstanding low-intervention wines and talk about how you might recognise the signatures of naturalness, how to assess quality and finding the line between funk and faulty. We'd love to hear your thoughts about natural wine, so please start a discussion in the comments! Details

Despite being almost exactly between Jura, Savoie, Burgundy and Beaujolais, Bugey remains one of France's most overlooked appellations. Yet this small region, situated in the southern foothills of the Jura mountains offers a compelling range of underrated wines. As we expand our vinous horizons beyond familiar territories, Bugey presents a perfect case study in how wine continually rewards the curious and open-minded explorer. 

Summary: The tiny wine region of Jura in eastern France has leapt to fame in the last five years with its wines finally appearing on export markets around the world. Famous in its home country for its unique Vin Jaune, the region produces an extraordinary diversity of wine styles from pale reds, through minerally dry whites to oxidative whites, sparkling, sweet and fortified, all from

How to Watch You can catch this session on our community space here Summary In this month’s Icon tasting, we introduce the wonderful wines of Stephane Tissot and his iconic Ch. Chalon Vin Jaune 2016. As well as learning about this brilliant producer, we also consider

In the world of wine, the sommelier holds a position of both reverence and responsibility. More than just a connoisseur, a sommelier is an interpreter of terroir, a storyteller of vintages and above all a master of human connection. Philippe, a world-renowned sommelier from France's Jura region, spoke with WSG’s Founder and President Julien Camus recently, with rare authenticity about what defines excellence in this noble craft.