Wine Events, Wine Education, Journalist
One of the best things I do is meet people who make wine. I can enthuse forever about a glass of wine; and I can enthuse even more if I’ve met the people behind that liquid treat. Wine isn’t just about what it taste likes – it’s about why it tastes like it does. Learning […]
Saint Clair wines: The day I met New Zealand winemaker Kyle Thompson Read More »
I’m very excited that 2018 is underway. Happy New Year everyone!! In just 22 days I’ll be heading to New Zealand to visit one of my oldest friends and of course I’ll be visiting vineyards too. It would be rude not to. I’m giddy. My plans are quite well-formed … well actually I’m not organised
New Zealand: Win a trip with Villa Maria and follow in my (clumsy) footsteps Read More »
Wine Advent Calendar December 3rd: Tohu Single Vineyard Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2015 Where should I begin with whites, this being the first one of my 24-day Wine Advent Calendar countdown. I’ve plumped for Tohu Single Vineyard Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2015 because I love a bit of a back story. I took the wine as a
THINK sauvignon blanc and you probably think of gooseberries, vibrant newly-mown grass, green peppers or passion fruit. No doubt you think of New Zealand too, even though the historical home of sauvignon blanc is France; the wines of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume more restrained than the teasey-squeezy-cheeked Kiwi versions. Though perceptions are there to be changed.
Sauvignon blanc wines from New Zealand Stich it to ‘em Read More »