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Experience the Palio: A Journey Through Tuscany
When Brunello Meets the Palio: A Day with Champions at Poggio Antico Many years ago on one of my trips through Tuscany, I happened to stay a night in Siena, a stone’s throw from the Palio race course. Unfortunately, there was no racing going on but it was still thrilling to imagine the horses racing past in the centre of the city. If you’ve spent any time in Tuscany, you know that the Palio di…
CĂ´te Brasserie launches online French wine shop
If there’s one thing you can count on at Côte, it’s that if it isn’t French, it isn’t on the list. It’s a bold philosophy, but one that has served them well for two decades. Now, they’re taking that “all-French or nothing” ethos to the digital world with the launch of Côte Uncorked, their first-ever online wine shop. A French Connection for Your Front Door It’s a clever move. While Côte has…
Daly's New Wine Bar and Beer Hall in London
A Tale of Two Tempos: The Delightful Duality of Daly’s on The Strand London’s legal district has just gained a new destination for wine and beer lovers alike. Daly’s, a stalwart of The Strand opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, has been reborn following a complete transformation. Now emerging as Daly’s Wine Bar & Beer Hall, has been rejuvenated to cater to the two great thirsts of London.…
Hackstons Knightsbridge: Autumn Tasting Events You Can't Miss
Hackstons Knightsbridge Lays Down a Gauntlet for Autumn Just over a year in, and Hackstons Knightsbridge isn’t just settling in—it’s staging a takeover. The luxury spirits specialist has just unveiled its autumn program, and frankly, it’s the most compelling roster of tastings I’ve seen from a merchant this season. They’re not just pouring drinks; they’re creating a scene. Timed to London’s…
Spanish Garnacha Guide: Campo de Borja, Cariñena & Calatayud
Spanish Garnacha: A Journey to the Source A trip to northeastern Spain highlights the unique excitement of drinking Spanish Garnacha in its homeland. The goal was to understand why regions like Campo de Borja, Cariñena, and Calatayud are so perfect for this grape and to find the best value wines. Bush vines Spanish Garnacha Why Spanish Garnacha is Special:A new wave of winemakers is showcasing…
Exploring La Celia: A Premier Uco Valley Winery
Last week I attended a masterclass at the Institute of the Masters of Wine showcasing the very first winery in the Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina, La Celia. The current winemaker, Andrea Ferreyra has been making wines for Le Celia since 2006 and she was present to lead us through the masterclass. Head Winemaker, Andrea Ferreyra (credit La Celia) La Celia was founded by Eugenio Bustos in 1890.…
Discover Soil Therapy: Leading a New Wave in Alsatian Wines
Thomas Larmoyer founded Soil Therapy because he is on a mission to shake up how we see Alsatian wine. A self taught wine maker, Thomas learned his craft organically by talking, listening and tasting with Alsatian winemakers. It helps that he also worked as a sales manager for renown winery Ostertag before becoming a full-time winemaker. He named his label Soil Therapy because he believes that…
Polperro Winery - A Boutique Winery in Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula, a picturesque maritime wine region south of Melbourne, Australia, is celebrated for its elegant, cool-climate wines. A Mornington Peninsula vineyard I was visiting Melbourne this past January and visiting the vineyards of Mornington Peninsula was a top priority. That and laying on beach! Melbourne is only about an hours drive from the vineyards so it’s an easy half…
A visit to Head High and Three Sticks vineyards, Sonoma, CA (video)
A visit to Head High and Three Sticks vineyards, Sonoma, CAÂ (video)
Last month, I was in the States and visited Head High and Three Sticks vineyards in Sonoma, CA while I was there. Chris Mattson, Jennifer Abram and Britt Richards (Head High winemaker ) from Head High/Three Sticks vineyards were kind enough to take a morning and show me around some of their vineyards. We started at Durrell Vineyard. There, they have some old vine Zinfandel, only a few rows but…
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Hippodrome Wine Club-upcoming tasting
Hippodrome Wine Club-upcoming tasting
Before the pandemic, I had heard about the Hippodrome Wine Club and, as I had gone occasionally to the Hippodrome to gamble a bit, I think it’s a great idea that they have their own wine club. I received this press release and am happy to pass along this information to my readers. I’ll be in California later this month so I will miss the upcoming Federalist tasting but I’ll be doing my own…
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Moscato d'Asti - A Masterclass
Moscato d’Asti – A Masterclass
Last week I went to the Simply Italian Great Wines tasting at the Westminster Church Halls. I went not only to taste some great wines but also to attend the Moscato d’Asti masterclass presented by Italian wine expert Walter Speller and the Consorzio Asti Director Giacomo Pondini. The producers were also present and were more than happy to introduce their wines along with a bit of background on…
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Fine Wines Direct Christmas wines
Fine Wines Direct Christmas wines
Halloween is just round the corner but Fine Wines Direct already have Christmas in mind and invited me to participate in an online tasting earlier this week. They choose 10 wines that they think will be great for this holiday season. Fine Wines Direct are a small, independent wine importer based in Cardiff. They have a huge selection of wines from around the world, including many of the most…
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Portuguese Food - Wine, Olive oils and Nuts
Portuguese Food – Wine, Olive oils and Nuts
Right before lockdown in March 2020, I was invited to Portugal to learn more about the food and wines of the country. It was all part of the AAPI and APPITAD groups efforts to promote the country’s agri-business. According to their information packet sent to me, it’s purpose is the following: PortugueseFood – Information to Export is a project in partnership between AAPI and APPITAD that aims to…
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Champagne Castlenau Blanc de blanc 2007 launch
Champagne Castlenau Blanc de blanc 2007Â launch
Champagne Castlenau is a growers collective with vineyards scattered around Reims in the Champagne region. The collective was founded in 1916 and the name originates from a famous WWI hero, General de Curieres de Castelnau. That may explain its popularity amongst the diplomatic and military corps from the 1920’s onwards. Champagne Castlenau today Today Castlenau is available in independent wine…
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Stina winery; visiting a Croatian island vineyard
Stina winery; visiting a Croatian island vineyard
I’ve visited many vineyards in northern Croatia over the years (read about Istrian winemakers here and here) but Stina winery was the first one in the south, off the coast of Dalmatia. Stina is located on the island of Brac, about a 50 minute ferry ride from Split.
Brac Harbour
I sell Stina’s white Cuvee in Dalston so I was very curious to visit the winery and vineyards. I love these…
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Why Not Red Misket
Why Not Red Misket
I’m always on the lookout for wines from relatively unknown regions or varieties that have almost been forgotten. Red Misket is one of those grapes. It comes from Bulgaria and is enjoying a bit of a revival from two young Bulgarian winemakers.
The Winemakers
Petar Georgiev and Radostin Milkov have worked around the world the; USA, New Zealand and Austrian wineries, as well as several…
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El Marciano from Alfredo Maestro
El Marciano from Alfredo Maestro
I met Alfredo right before all wine trade events, and everything else, was cancelled due to the Covid-19 lockdown, at a new wave Spanish winetasting here in London. What drew my eye to Alfredo’s stand was one bottle in particular, El Marciano.
Now Alfredo himself is quite a character, very passionate about his wines and an expressive talker. His table was also crowded with tasters, tasting…
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