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Rosé wine has not been regarded as a wine that can match ageworthy reds and whites of the world. But Provence has carved a niche for itself.

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In her new book, Wine Witch, wine professional Natalie Maclean takes a close look at harassment, bullying and patriarchy in the wine industry

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Best-selling wine writer Natalie MacLean confronted her demons in a new book and laid her life bare - 10 years after scandal rocked her life

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‘You might think that from the title this is about an angry woman who drinks a lot of wine and owns a lot of cats. But it’s not.’ That is how wine writer Natalie Maclean introduces her latest book, Wine […]

After a 10 year hiatus after she was hit by scandal, award-winning wine writer, podcaster and reviewer Natalie MacLean has written a book about her travails.... and it reads like a best-seller. I quiz MacLean- about how she has weathered the last decade, and she replies with open honesty.

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Want to study wine but unable to pay high fees? Here is a list of authoritative educators and bodies which offer wine education for free.

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It's the season to celebrate, wines to be opened. In the first of a two part article, here are some premium and classic international wines

Some top picks from my little black books of premium wines I have tasted and enjoyed this year. Try them this festive season. (In Part 2, my value buys and fortified to look at.) #3: Indian wines to buy and try.

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The India Wine Awards 2022 were held at the Taj Mumbai after a 2-year break. And premium wines, Indian and imported, dominated results

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Vinexpo India took place in Mumbai in August 2022, and looked like a step in the right direction for young but growing India's wine industry

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The gin revival shifts to India, while rosé wine goes premium. Two interesting post-pandemic trends based on IWSR data.

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Has the market for fine wine - top Bordeaux and Champagne included - stablised after the pandemic? Top expert Nick Jackson MW gives his views

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Is the wine consumer swayed by biased wine scores and critics' reviews? A new wine review platform plans to put wine lovers' needs first

New wine review platform The Wine Independent launches in May 2022.

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Read the story of India's premium Maka Zai rum and its young founder, Kasturi Banerjee, the only female rum entrepreneur in India

In my new series, An Indian Story, I focus on beverage entrepreneurs in India who are raising the bar with high-quality research-based innovative drinks. Meet Kasturi Banerjee, the gamin smile and brains behind Goa's new premium

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'The twists of a soap opera': Chateau Angelus moves on

Top Bordeaux Right Bank estate, Chateau Angelus has declared it will leave the Saint-Emilion classification. A look into the reason why

Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal speaks after the exit of Chateau Angelus from the Saint Emilion classification. 

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Hollywood star Brad Pitt collaborates with French music producer Damien Quintard to reopen Chateau Miraval's studio for musicians to use.

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Moving beyond politics and countries, a group of top wineries fighting the climate crisis to make dramatic changes to try to save the earth

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Orange wine is trending around the world. But how is orange wine made? Ruma Singh interviews the Paraschos family of Friuli in Italy

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This article explores the viticulture and wines of Etna DOC, an appellation in Sicily that has become a favourite of wine lovers and experts alike

After a long exam break, an update on my blog.... on the wines of Mount Etna, that I personally love. It is hard manual work and low yields and fascinating native grapes grown on the slopes of an active volcano on layers of rich lava soil.