It came as a shock to learn that Michel Rolland passed away on March 20 from a sudden heart attack. It's a bit sad. His standing in the wine world is nothing short of legendary. He served as a consultant for over 200 wineries around the globe—some of them prestigious estates and cult producers—from Bordeaux to Napa, from Italy to China. He helped shape an entire era of winemaking. Back in 2020, when I was still with my former employer, I had the opportunity to co-host an onli
