WENTE VINEYARDS: SECRETS OF CALIFORNIA WINE IN LIVERMORE VALLEY

Our journey into the heart of California wine country began at Livermore Valley, a charming [...]

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WINE BECAME MY PASSPORT TO AMERICA

Many people speak about the “American Dream.” But for me, I had never once dreamed [...]

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VIETNAM BEST SOMMELIER IN FRENCH WINES 2025

On September 17th, I had the honor of attending the Vietnam Best Sommelier in French [...]

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RHUM BELAMI: VIETNAM’S FIRST PREMIUM CRAFT RHUM – PROUDLY MADE IN VIETNAM

When people think of rhum, their minds often drift to the Caribbean. But few know [...]

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SAVALL CHOCOLATE: A FIVE-GENERATION LEGACY FROM BARCELONA TO DANANG

Few people realize that only about 5% of the world’s cacao qualifies as “fine flavor”—and [...]

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“VỀ ĐỂ ĐI” – VIETNAM’S FIRST WHISKY DISTILLERY: MAKE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE

There’s something most of us have never dared to imagine: not only can Vietnam make [...]

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THE CONVERSATION OF CÔTE-RÔTIE & CONDRIEU WITH CUISINE

During a recent business trip to Singapore, I had the privilege of attending a truly [...]

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SOUTHEAST ASIA’S WINE TRENDS AND VIETNAM’S OPPORTUNITY

(This article is part of the series Voice of Vietnam About Wine — a monthly [...]

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EX-GOOGLE EXECUTIVE PURSUES DREAM OF TAKING “RƯỢU LÀNG” TO THE WORLD

In nearly every Vietnamese village, there’s a family that distills “Rượu” rice liquor—an age-old practice [...]

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FROM IMPOSSIBLE TO INCREDIBLE: MEET THE “REBEL” WHO CHANGED THE WINE GAME IN CHINA

Đọc bằng tiếng Việt I never imagined that Chinese wines could make their way onto [...]

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MY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE AT THE LEGENDARY CHAMPAGNE DEUTZ

If I were to name my absolute favorite champagne, Deutz would undoubtedly come to mind [...]

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90% OF VIETNAMESE MISUNDERSTAND CHAMPAGNE WITH SPARKLING WINE: ARE YOU ONE OF THEM?

When someone mentions Champagne, most people immediately picture shimmering glasses of sparkling wine, often opened [...]

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DISCOVER A HIDDEN WINE SHOWROOM WITH A WINE CYCLIST

Some may call him “mad” for pedaling a bicycle laden with bottles of wine across [...]

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BOLOGNA – MY SURPRISING DISCOVERIES ABOUT ITALY

I had visited Italy twice, believing I had a decent understanding of this beautiful country. [...]

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A VIETNAMESE WOMAN’S JOURNEY: FROM PHD SCIENTIST TO WINERY OWNER IN AUSTRALIA

What drives a Vietnamese woman, a PhD in environmental science with a successful career in [...]

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THE LOW-KEY SPOTS IN SAIGON (PART 1)

After three years of returning to Saigon, I still feel like a curious traveler, eager [...]

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HOW DID A “FREAK” CHANGE THE WINE WORLD? MEET JAMES ERSKINE

Unlike the usual polished figures in the wine industry, who typically appear in elegant suits [...]

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CONSIDER DOING IT ONE MORE TIME

I once watched a podcast interviewing Raimonds Tomsons, the ASI World’s Best Sommelier 2024, who [...]

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“IF NO ONE HAS DONE IT, THEN I’M A RARITY” – MEET THE CHAMPION OF VIETNAM BEST SOMMELIER 2024

On August 14th, for the first time in Vietnam, the Vietnam Best Sommelier Competition was [...]

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WHAT I LEARNED FROM 1 OF 500 FRANCE’S WEALTHIEST PEOPLE

If you are a wine enthusiast, you must be familiar with the legendary 1855 Grand [...]

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VIETNAMESE SOMMELIER EARNS PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIP AT AGE 63

Đọc tiếng Việt Interview with Certified Sommelier Trần Văn Mẫn At 63, many would consider [...]

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THE STORY BEHIND VIETNAM’S FIRST AND ONLY MICHELIN GREEN STAR – NÉN ĐÀ NẴNG

Following the announcement of the Michelin Guide awards at the end of June, controversies erupted. [...]

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SUCCESS STEMMING FROM A BOLD IDEA: MEET SOMMELIER OF THE YEAR – CHAD WALSH

From a boy washing dishes to help out at his family’s restaurant, to working part-time [...]

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FROM REJECTION TO BECOMING AN INFLUENCER IN THE WINE INDUSTRY – MEET EVAN GOLDSTEIN MS

If you have faced repeated rejections and failures, do not lose heart, for Master Sommelier [...]

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CONFESSION ABOUT A LOVE WITH A YOUNG MAN FROM THE MAFIA ISLAND – SICILY

After experiencing various relationships, I’ve always been attracted to Mediterranean men, those who embody the [...]

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MEET MR DAVID DEAN: A LESSON OF HUMILITY AND LIFE LEARNER

One of the most rewarding aspects of working in the wine industry is the opportunity [...]

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MEET KHANH VI – THE FIRST AND ONLY VIETNAMESE SOMMELIER IN THE TOP 50 INFLUENCERS

Khánh Vi (Kú Bơ), the first and only Vietnamese Sommelier to be recognized in the [...]

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LESSONS FROM THE SHOCKING WINE EVENT: ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN

In the history of wine, no wine has ever surpassed French wine, which has long [...]

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IS GOING TO A BAR A SIGN OF IMMORALITY FOR WOMEN?

There are still many negative perceptions surrounding going to bars, often viewed as indicative of [...]

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A STORY FROM KINILAW. RIGHT OR WRONG?

On my first evening in Bantayan, Marco introduced me to the must-try dish of the [...]

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EVERYONE HAS A STORY – MEET THE OWNER OF TERRE DI LEONE

During an event showcasing Valpolicella wines from the famous Italian wine region, I had the [...]

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SPEAKING UP: LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE SPANISH CULTURE OF DEMANDING ACCOUNTABILITY

My story begins with a train ride from Madrid to Zaragoza last summer. Since my [...]

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TAPAS AND THE CULTURE OF ENJOYMENT IN SPAIN

Last summer, I had an intriguing experience wandering alone through the Mercado de San Miguel, [...]

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YOU CANNOT STEP INTO THE SAME RIVER TWICE

I first met James at the Tastin’ France 2024 event in Ho Chi Minh City. [...]

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REJECTIONS ARE JUST THE UNIVERSE’S TESTS

This piece is dedicated to a dear friend who has been incredibly supportive throughout my [...]

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“I’M DOING THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD”: MEET WINEMAKER MR. STUART BLACKWELL

In the world of wine, many people often think of luxury and glamour, but few [...]

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AN UNFORGETTABLE ENCOUNTER ON THE STREET OF LOST TIME IN BURGUNDY

  Perhaps there has never been an experience that left me as wistful as my [...]

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REVISIT ITALY (PART 2)

After an impressive stay in Como, my Korean friend Marion and I continued our journey [...]

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REVISIT ITALY (PART 1)

Como truly is a magnificent destination in Italy. Nestled in the Lombardy region of northern [...]

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A FASCINATING ENCOUNTER WITH JOEL B. PAYNE: AN ENLIGHTENING CAREER REVELATION

During my early days in Saigon, I had the chance to meet an extraordinarily special [...]

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THE DREAM OF MAKING WINE IN BANTAYAN

Last autumn, I visited Bantayan Island in the Philippines. Knowing my passion for wine, Marco [...]

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THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH ENJOYING THE GOOD THINGS IN LIFE

Philosophy has never been a part of my life. I always thought that such profound [...]

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“A Walk in the Clouds” – A Film for Wine Lovers and Dreamers

The film “A Walk in the Clouds” is a must-watch for those who love wine [...]

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THE SALTED DUCK SALAD AND THE LESSON OF STEPPING OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE

“Sometimes, you have to let go of things that are already good because only by [...]

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