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1995 v. 1996 Champagne Tasting: The Report

A tasting that sets these two vintages side by side hasn’t been attempted in quite some time. Jancis Robinson MW wrote memorably about a “Champagne shoot-out – 95 v 96” back in 2004, but that was over 20 years ago now, and Essi Avellan MW writes in her vintage guide that “1995 has turned out to be much better than first expected and it has emerged from the shadow of the much-hyped 1996.” Which begs the question: nearly three decades on, which vintage has best stood the test of time?

The Best Trading Platform: Why Choose LiveTrade

Interested in buying and selling fine wine on market transforming trading platform, LiveTrade? The following guide tells you all you need to know.

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Liquid Gold: Fine Wine and Whisky as an Alternative Asset

Matthew O'Connell, CEO of LiveTrade and Head of Investment at Bordeaux Index, was recently interviewed for The Alternative Investor. In this article, he talks us through the investment potential of fine wine and whisky, as well as the revamped LiveTrade platform.

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An Interview with Vincent Chaperon, Chef de Cave at Dom Pérignon

Vincent Chaperon was made Chef de Cave at Dom Pérignon in 2019. We caught up with Vincent to discuss the release of the 2015 vintage: "intention is so important. Give the things you do an intention, and the wine will have direction."

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Understanding the Whisky Regions of Scotland

As the birthplace of Whisky, it's no surprise that Scotland is home to some of the finest and rarest distilleries on earth. There are over 120 active distilleries in Scotland spanning across 5 major whisky-making regions, let us give you a tour...

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