Wine Events, Wine Education, Journalist
Fairtrade Fortnight 2024 marks a milestone in the history of the Fairtrade Foundation. The foundation is 30 years old this year and it has supported millions of farmers, including grape growers. Their hard work should be recognised as we pour a glass of Fairtrade wine. And not just during Fairtrade Fortnight, but at any time […]
Fairtrade Fortnight 2024: Wines which change people’s lives Read More »
I look at Tesco Finest Floreal and some new wines from Spar and Porta 6. The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers. I’ve just returned from my holidays and now the beginning of September beckons. Does that mean we’re downhill from here into the greyer days of autumn and winter?
Floreal, the new wine from Tesco, and three Critter wines from Spar Read More »
I enjoyed a trip to the Loire Valley thanks to the official team at Vins de Loire. I’m keen to dip your toes into the delights of the wine styles I discovered. I will take a deeper dive into the Loire another time. Metaphorically, obviously. The Loire Valley has a 500-mile wine trail as the
The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers every week. Here’s some words on Gavi wine, an elegant white from Piedmont in Italy. Wine comes to life with food. I joined a “wine team” to put that to the test in grand style, with one wine in particular: Gavi DOCG. We
Gavi wine: The Italian white which is perfect for all food pairings Read More »
The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers every week. Here’s a quick look around the world to mark International Riesling Day. When I have the chance to wax lyrical about my favourite grapes, I jump at the chance. I’m jumping and grabbing that chance right now. International Riesling Day is celebrated
International Riesling Day 2024: A look at wines around the world Read More »
The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers every week. Here’s a look at Vouvray wine: What is it and what does it taste like There are some wines which are a treat for the senses. Just read these aromas and flavour descriptions: Orange blossom, vanilla, sweet pea, dried citrus, wet
Vouvray wine: What is it and what does it taste like Read More »
The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers every week – here’s a quick glance at January 26 which is Australia Day 2024. Australia Day comes around every year on January 26 and I imagine several people living upside down from us are raising a glass or two of wine. Some
Australia Day 2024: “Did You Know” wine facts and four to try Read More »
The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers every week – here’s a quick glance at Dry January 2024. If you’re trying to cut back this month, then best of luck; and you’re not alone. The trend for “no / low” (no and low alcohol) is growing in the UK. It
Dry January 2024: Here’s some sips if you’re still cracking on Read More »
The Raise a Glass feature is published in several UK regional newspapers every week – here’s a quick glance at Veganuary 2024. When I first started to write drinks-shaped words several years ago, there was no such thing as Veganuary. Now it is very much part of my annual themes for the start of