This week Penny Edwards and her wonderful team at Cellar Door Wines have me exploring the diversity of Madeira. Madeira wine hails from the Portuguese Madeira Islands, situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, about 500 km (300 miles) west of Morocco’s coastline. These islands have a rich winemaking history dating back...
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a Masterclass in Gavi, hosted by Patrick Schmitt, MW and the Consorzio Tutela del Gavi, an organisation commissioned by the Ministry of Agriculture to promote, enhance and protect the Gavi DOCG denomination in Italy and around the world. So, this week I’m...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a glass of delicious rosé wine? Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for two or a fun night in with friends, rosé is the perfect choice. With its beautiful pink hue and delicate flavours, it’s the...
Last week’s feature on natural wines sparked some lively debate on my Instagram account and prompted a message from Ed at Fleetville Larder, asking me to pop in to try a natural wine that “tastes like rain on a hot day”. So, I decided to make my monthly visit to...
This is a question that has been on the minds of many wine enthusiasts. Natural wines are made with minimal intervention, using organic or biodynamic grapes and native yeasts, and without any additives or chemicals. They are known for their gamier, yeastier characteristics and a cloudy appearance. However, it’s important to...
This week, I’m exploring the world of online wine subscriptions, a great way to sample new and interesting wines from different regions and styles. One of the services that caught my eye is Good Pair Wines, a UK-based company that tailors your wine selection based on a simple palate quiz...
As we start the new year, many people set out their new year’s resolutions. Mine is quite simple, and that’s to learn even more about the world of wine. From February, I’ll be committing a year to studying with the aim of obtaining the Wine Scholar’s Guilds Champagne Masters qualification....
As we welcome 2024, many of us are looking for ways to start the year on a positive note. Whether you’re aiming to cut down on alcohol, or simply enjoy a lighter drink, there are plenty of options to choose from in the world of wine. This week I’m introducing you...
In this week’s edition, I take a closer look at one of the most elegant and prestigious Champagne producers – Champagne Palmer & Co. Last month, I was lucky enough to attend a private tasting of Champagne Palmer & Co, with Raymond Ringeval, the global commercial director, at the charming...
Darren McCabe whittles down his top choice for festive fizz...
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