Category: The Industry
London Presentation and Training
On November 30th and December 2nd, Maureen Downey, Siobhan Turner, and Sheri Morano hosted our first ever Wine Authentication Presentation and Training Level I in London at 67PallMall. BB&R's Phillip Moulin, the first person trained in our extensive program, was also on hand to help with the training. With attendees…
What Aaron Enjoys to Drink
By: Aaron Patrick While studying for the Somm exam, Chai Consulting's Cellar Manager is often asked what his favorite wine is. His response? That’s like asking a mother with a 100 kids which is her favorite! I mean she has it narrowed down to her top ten on any given…
What Makes Authentication Fascinating
There are so many fascinating parts to fine wine authentication. One of the most satisfying is when a client gets paid back for a bad purchase. We have many clients that have been sold hundreds of thousands, nearing a million dollars at times, often from just one retail source who…
The Evolutionary Sparkle in Champagne
By: Steve Morey Wine was “born” and like an old friend, continues to surprise in new and unexpected ways. Champagne was “found” and enjoys its place in the world as the preeminent drink of celebrations, festivities and commemorations. At the outset, Champagne arose as a still, sweet table wine in…
Wine Fraud and the Restaurant Wine Buyer
By: Steve Morey The mission is clear. As a Restaurateur, Wine Director or Cellar Master, your prime directive is to create, procure, store, market and serve wines appropriate for your eatery and valued guests. This may include acquiring unique, highly coveted wines of the world that takes international buying experience,…
Premier Cru
The FBI is Investigating Whether High-End Wine Retailer Ran a Ponzi Scheme For 35 years, Premier Cru, a retail store in Berkeley, California was a place to which wine lovers turned to find Bordeaux and Burgundy at a discount. Advertising its wares as 10% to 15% lower than other high-end…