Things you wanted to know about wine... but were afraid to ask
A brief history of red winemaking covering the basic steps to take the grape to your table in liquid form.
I've chosen a book that's perfect for long, lazy days on the water, and that will take you on a journey across time and space in a story that kept me gripped until the last page.
Pairing food and wine of any sort, tends to come down to a simple rule: to match the body and style of the wine to the body and style of the food, and if you take into consideration a few straightforward factors, wine pairing becomes easier than you think.
Pairing wine with vegetarian food is a real joy, as sometimes, taking meat and fish out of the equation provides a great deal more scope for exciting combinations.
Nothing says Spring like a perfectly roasted Leg of Lamb. Here's how to make it...
I first tasted this soup while on a ski holiday in the French alps, and...
Of course, it doesn’t matter which glass you use to drink wine – we have all drunk wine from a toothmug, enamel cup or an array of other vessels including from the bottle itself (yes, really!) But if you want to get the most out of good quality, well made, artisan and fine wines, the experience will be enhanced by using a suitable glass.
Pasta alla Vongole, or pasta with clams, is my go to speedy supper that never fails to put people in a good mood and is a perfect choice for Valentine's Day.
Soft, juicy clams, perfectly cooked linguine (or spaghetti if you prefer), unctuous garlicky sauce made with a splash of white wine and a bottle of the same to go with it.
Most of us reach for the red when faced with a hunk of cheddar or a cheeseboard – there are many people who believe that white wines are a far better match. Here's why.
In today's market, words like organic and biodynamic are everywhere. But what do these terms actually promise? For thoughtful drinkers, understanding the true story behind each label brings you closer to the people and places in your bottle.
Grandes Marques Champagnes, including premium bottles from Pol Roger, Dom Pérignon, Krug and Ruinart, as well as our ever popular own label Champagne Francoise Monay. And as always, here's a run down of some of our most asked Champagne questions!
