The Decanter interview: Becky Wasserman
As her wine broking business nears its 35th anniversary, Becky Wasserman’s unofficial role as one of Burgundy’s most eloquent ambassadors is firmly cemented. She reflects on her journey with Rosi Hanson
Interviews
Interviews with winemakers, winery proprietors and key members of the wine industry
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Countdown to Shanghai: Richard Geoffroy of Dom Pérignon
Decanter talks exclusively to Richard Geoffroy, Chef de Cave at Dom Pérignon, about his involvement in the first Decanter Shanghai Fine Wine Encounter, which takes place at The Ritz Carlton in Shanghai on Saturday 29th November.
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Countdown to Shanghai: Christophe Salin of Château Lafite Rothschild
Decanter talks exclusively to Christophe Salin, president and CEO of Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), about his involvement in the first Decanter Shanghai Fine Wine Encounter, which takes place at The Ritz Carlton in Shanghai on Saturday 29th November.
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Countdown to Shanghai: Frédéric Engerer of Château Latour
Decanter talks exclusively to Château Latour president Frédéric Engerer about his involvement in the first Decanter Shanghai Fine Wine Encounter, which takes place at The Ritz Carlton in Shanghai on Saturday 29th November.
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Countdown to Shanghai: Q&A with Jérôme Philipon
Decanter talks exclusively to Champagne Bollinger president Jérôme Philipon about his involvement in the first Decanter Shanghai Fine Wine Encounter, which takes place at The Ritz Carlton in Shanghai on Saturday 29th November.
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Countdown to Shanghai: Q&A with Aurelio Montes Snr
Decanter talks exclusively to Chilean wine pioneer and Montes Wines founder Aurelio Montes Snr about his involvement in the first Decanter Shanghai Fine Wine Encounter, which takes place at The Ritz Carlton in Shanghai on Saturday 29th November.
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Countdown to Shanghai: Q&A with Peter Gago, Penfolds
Decanter talks exclusively to Penfolds winemaker Peter Gago about his involvement in the first Decanter Shanghai Fine Wine Encounter, which takes place at The Ritz Carlton in Shanghai on Saturday 29th November.
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The Decanter interview: Philippe Bascaules
The former Château Margaux winemaker was persuaded by Francis Ford Coppola to join his historic Californian winery to help 'honour its heritage and restore its legacy'. Midway through his contract, Jane Anson catches up with him...
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The Decanter interview: Wolf Blass
Through sheer force of character, this German-born winemaker turned a few hogsheads of Australian wine into a multi-million dollar business of international renown. Max Allen pays a visit to the 80-year-old dynamo...
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Interview: Bordeaux negociant Jeffrey Davies: six million euro man
Jeffrey Davies: negociant, wine journalist and head of a company with a turnover north of 6 million Euros. Andrew Jefford meets an eternal optimist, who is brimming with enthusiasm for 'garage' wines and the Bordeaux avant-garde...
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Confessions of a sommelier: Mathieu Ouvrard
Decanter speaks to sommelier Mathieu Ouvrard about his earliest wine memory and the biggest faux pas that's happened on the job. As published in Decanter's July 2014 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Stefano Petta
Decanter talks to sommelier Stefano Petta about Swiss wines and lessons he's learned over his career. As published in Decanter's January 2013 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Johan Andersson
Decanter talks to sommelier Johan Anderson about the best wines he's ever tasted and the funniest thing that's happened on the job. As published in Decanter's March 2013 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Wayve Kolevsohn
Decanter speaks to sommelier Wayve Kolevsohn about her love of Champagne, as published in Decanter's May 2013 issue
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Confessions of a sommelier: Christian Thorsholt Jacobsen
Decanter speaks to sommelier Christian Thorsholt Jacobsen about the best wine he's ever drunk and why customers should be adventurous with wine, as published in Decanter's June 2013 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Gal Zohar
Decanter talks to sommelier Gal Zohar about the most memorable moments in his career and the best wine he's ever drunk, as published in Decanter's August 2013 issue.
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Washington State makes mark with top DWWA trophy
Washington State's rising reputation for Cabernet Sauvignon has been enhanced by a local winery winning one of the most prestigious prizes at the 2014 Decanter World Wine Awards.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Maria Wallèn
Decanter talks to sommelier Maria Wallèn about her earliest wine memory and the best wine she's ever drunk, as published in Decanter's October 2013 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Michael Deschamps
Decanter speaks to sommelier Michael Deschamps about his most memorable wines and what he's drinking at the moment. As published in Decanter's April 2014 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Bhatia Dheeraj
Decanter speaks to head sommelier Bhatia Dheeraj about his earliest wine memory and the most valuable lesson he's learned on the job. As published in Decanter's March 2014 issue.
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Confessions of a sommelier: Tobias Brauweiler
Decanter speaks to sommelier for The Ritz, Tobias Brauweiler, about the best wine he's ever drunk and the lessons learned throughout his career. As published in Decanter's January 2014 issue.
