It’s not news that the Languedoc region of Southern France is no longer a place to dismiss for their bulk wine and mass production. In fact now, I consider it to be one of the most exciting regions in France, if not the world. And why is that? Three simple words: Diversity, Innovation and Quality! ...…
Burgundy produces wines that are some of the world’s most recognized, respected and revered. However they are also quite complicated and confusing for many wine lovers. This ‘Intro to Burgundy’ series will look beneath the labels and the puzzling wine terms to help every day wine lovers (like me!) to understand all we need to ...…
Burgundy is renowned for stunning wine,limited production and exceptional quality – and is also an incredibly beautiful wine region! My recent visit to the Côte d’Or with Patriarche Wine Agencies took us through some of the most prestigious vineyards and lovely little villages, and I wanted to share them, and the fantastic harvest celebration, with ...…
Chateau de Beaucastel is arguably the foremost producer in the Southern Rhône region of Châteauneuf du Pape. They are well-known as one of only a few estates that grow and vinify all thirteen of the permitted grape varieties. Marc Perrin is the 5th generation of the family that has owned Beaucastel since early in the ...…
Last week saw the gathering of many of London’s local wine and food bloggers for the Semi Final of Bibendum’s World Cup of Wine. In the previous round we had culled out the riff raff (including USA unfortunately!) and were left with four countries: Italy, France, South Africa and Australia. Now it was the chance ...…
In a recent post I wrote about the World Cup of Wine – a wine tasting for bloggers hosted by Bibendum where we tasted and scored wines from countries participating in this Summer’s FIFA World Cup in South Africa. After the upcoming Semis and Finals, we will crown a winner. So while the title of ...…
In a few short months the eyes of the world will be focused on South Africa for soccer’s biggest global skirmish – the World Cup. But why wait until then to start the fun?! Last week saw the beginning of the World Cup of Wine as Bibendum Wine, one of London’s most prominent wholesalers, invited ...…
39 wine lovers tell their personal stories of the one wine that knocked their socks off!
