Moët Hennessy has unveiled first vintage of Ao Yun Chinese wine

Ao Yun, the new Chinese wine from Estates & Wines, produced in the foothills of the Himalayas, unveils first vintage. The name of the Ao Yung’s wine means “flying above the clouds”, a reference to the clouds that cap the summits of the Himalayan mountains, the region of provenence of the wine. The vineyards, which … Read more

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World’s most rare dark chocolate puts special emphasis on terroir

To’ak’s Rain Harvest 2014 edition. This bucket list-worthy experience deserves to be enjoyed in its own room with reverence and ritual. There probably should even be a certain gown worn while mindfully sampling every sensory element—aroma, texture, flavor, and finish. We are speaking about To’ak Chocolate’s 574 bars of what may well be the world’s … Read more