One of the greatest stories from Bordeaux in the last 20 years has to be the career of Jean-Luc Thunevin in the magically beautiful village of Saint-Émilion. Starting with a small parcel of vines and making wine in a humble garage rather than a regal château, Valandraud took the wine world by storm and pioneered […]
Mondiale meets the Maestro Of Glass – June 15, 2011
It was with great pleasure that the Cincinnati Mondiale members and guests gathered at the Midwest Culinary Institute June 15th, 2011 to attend a seminar directed by Georg Riedel, 10th generation member of the famous family of crystal glassware. This outstanding seminar highlighted the Riedel Vinum XL Series, and featured the Vinum XL Pinot Noir, […]
Mondiale Oregon Tasting at Eat Well – January 18, 2011
In the summer of 2010, the Cincinnati Mondiale took a memorable trip to Willamette Valley wineries and restaurants while staying at the luxurious Allison Inn. Many of us ordered wines to arrive the following October. After all the wines were sent back home, we decided to reminisce and share some pictures, memories, and of course […]