Harvest 2017: Italy
Late April frosts, high summer temperatures and a prolonged heatwave have significantly damaged volumes across Italy this year. Quality is good, particularly in the North West, but shortages are prevalent in Prosecco, Chianti, Brunello, the South and islands. Some areas might experience a consequent increase in pricing. Read More
Alois Lageder Vivid Profile
An ultra-sustainable estate, named 2012 Sustainable Winery of the Year by Italy’s Gambero Rosso.
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Sommelier Wine Awards 2017: the lowdown
Our fantastic producers have won a host of awards this year - check them out.
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Forces of nature: winemaking in the face of climate change
If you glanced through the biggest and most glaring headlines of 2017 you would be forgiven for thinking the world was going through the earliest stages of the apocalypse. Particularly as it seemed whole parts of the world were being ravaged by uncontrollable fires, devastating floods and the worst frosts experienced in 50 years. Read More
Biodynamics - just a load of manure?
It's a topic that causes debate in the wine world, but biodynamic winemaking appears to be here to stay. But what is it really all about? We talk to our resident expert Gergely Barsi Szabo and biodynamic winemaker James Millton to find out... Read More
Moqueca - A Traditional Brazilian Dish
There’s more to Brazilian cuisine than grilled meats, as we found out with Andy Aldrich at Viva Brazil.
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Dolcetto d’Alba Tre Vigne Vietti (Piedmont, Italy)
A fantastic example of this underrated grape, from one of Italy's leading producers.
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Gaia Gaja Talks About Ca’Marcanda Gaja Toscana
Check out the video of Gaia Gaja talking about Ca'Marcanda at our Artisan Tasting.
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Bastianich Friulano Vigne Orsone (Friuli, Italy)
Friulano from the Colli Orentali in Friuli, near Italy’s border with Slovenia.
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Bisceglia Aglianico del Vulture Terra di Vulcano (Basilicata, Italy)
One of Italy’s most interesting indigenousgrape varieties, Aglianico, from the dark volcanic soils of Basilicata.
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Talenti Rosso di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy)
Located just south of Montalcino, close to the small medieval village of San Angelo.
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Vietti Cascinetta Moscato d’Asti (Piedmont, Italy)
Vietti produce a range of stunning wines, but one that really stands out is their Moscato d’Asti.
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Vietti’s Mario Cordero talks Moscato d’Asti
A sweet, frizzante, low alcohol wine at only 5.5% abv, created by Vietti in Piedmont.
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The Wonderful World of Morgassi
Welcome to Morgassi: tireless commitment to quality, exquisite wines, and a touch of girl power
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3 Reasons Why the Time is Right for Premium Prosecco
Don't exhaust Champagne in the sparkling wine category this summer. Make the most of Prosecco's popularity.
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The Italian foodie fizz
For a sparkling red wine that works on its own with snacks or all the way through to dessert, look no further than Lambrusco. Read More
Vintage update 2014: Italy
It’s been a difficult vintage in the regions north of Rome. With a lot of rain and insufficient sunshine, rot was prevalent which means that volumes are down approximately 13%... Read More
An Interview with Gianluca Bisol
We sat down with the head of Bisol, Gianluca Bisol. His eponymous company produces some of the finest Prosecco – and owns the land that everyone wants.
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A guide to the 2015 vintage: Italy
Generally, the outlook is positive for growers across Italy this year, with good rain in the early part of the season offset by blazing heat in July. Over the growing season, there was minimal stress to vines and following the 2014 vintage, many growers were glad to just have something to harvest.
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