Wine news June 8, 2016

Bloomberg likes American Gamay. "Ruby-tinged and light-bodied, American gamay noir is a red that's as refreshing as most rosés but more broadly satisfying and lively."

The Wall Street Journal on a Brooklyn Heights wine list. " “I go to all the trade tastings. I look for interesting cellars,” replied Mr. Leaf, who puts bottles on the list at prices he described range from “a steal” to “very fair.” 

Eater reports that investors in French wineries are paid back in wine. 

Decanter reports that Alibaba CEO Jack Ma has bought another Bordeaux Chateau. "Perenn is also used for the vines that went into the Gerard Depardieu’s wine Confiance – as a long time friend of Magrez."

Food & Wine explains wine terms.