
What we're drinking this festive season
The days are shorter, the air colder and the streets are filled with fairy lights. Christmas is most definitely upon us and one of the most exciting parts is choosing what wine to drink. We've rounded up five of our favourites for the festive season - from classic Champagne to an unfiltered Spatburgunder.
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Quinta do Vallado (Douro, Portugal)
Read all about the wines of Portugal's Quinta do Vallado.
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More Than Just Port: Quinta do Vallado
Check out our video as we catch up with Joao Ribeiro from Quinta do Vallado.
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A guide to the 2016 harvest in the Northern Hemisphere
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A guide to the 2017 harvest in the Northern Hemisphere
The 2017 harvest was challenging to say the least – from the Californian wild fires, to frosts and heatwaves across most of Europe. Volumes are generally down in most parts and although this is expected to lead to increased prices in certain areas, we can expect good quality wines from the 2017 vintage. Read More
mytaste with Will Beckett
In the first of a series of radio programmes - mytaste - we meet Will Beckett, one half of the founding partners of Hawksmoor.
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mytaste with Xavier Rousset MS
In the second of a series of radio programmes - mytaste - we meet Xavier Rousset MS, owner of modern European restaurants Texture and 28-50. Read More
Why we love Albarino
When it comes to sales growth, wine list favourites Merlot and Pinot Grigio are losing out to less tried and tested varieties such as Albarino.
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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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Biodynamic and Organic Wine: A Grower's Perspective
We caught up with Clare Allan from Huia, one of our organic and biodynamic growers.
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A Tasting on Thin Ice: Gruner Veltliner vs. The World
A tasting with the effervescent Lenz Moser provides some talking points, springs a few surprises and leaves a pleasant taste in everyone's mouth.
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Brazil... Here we Come!
With the Rio Olympics just around the corner, Brazil will be firmly in the limelight in 2016. To make sure that you can add some truly Brazilian flair to your wine list, we have some exciting new wines to introduce from Miolo Wine Group.
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Hermitage La Chapelle
The hill of Hermitage is one of France’s most famous terroirs; an old vineyard whose name first appears in a play written 1680 and whose wines were revered by the likes of Thomas Jefferson. Read More
March - Just Like the 'Transitional Man'
A wine recommendation for this 'in-between season' Read More
Wynns: The Estate that Made Coonawarra Famous
The Wynns family have changed the face of Australian winemaking. Their wines are as much-loved here as they are in the land down under.
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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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4 Reasons Why You Should List Sangria this Summer
Summer specials, made on the premises, are a great plus for any bar. Think about Sangria and use the (hopefully) good weather to your advantage to build a buzz this summer.
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Why is Australia Still a Favourite for the UK Wine Consumer?
The top Australian brands have lost market share since 2011, yet Australian wine value on the whole is up. Find out why.
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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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