Wine Events, Wine Education, Journalist
A few months ago I voted for something close to my heart. No, not a general election, or even Brexit (though obviously I voted in those and my heart sinks at the memory) …. but for a wine. I cast my vote for the style, look and feel of a new wine to be created […]
Members’ Choice Pioneer Pinot Grigio: A new Co-op wine selected by votes! Read More »
I visited Greenall’s Distillery and met Master Distiller Joanne Moore who has crafted a gin which can be sipped on its own (I did that) or enjoyed in a cocktail (I did that too). Greenall’s Sloe Gin (RRP £18, amazon.co.uk, 26% abv) is a new kid on the block just in time for frosty nights
Greenall’s Sloe Gin:Try these four warming winter cocktail ideas with new gin Read More »
I’m told it is National Curry Week this week, the 20th one. You could visit one of several Indian restaurants marking the occasion or cook a good curry at home. With that in mind I’ve realised how many dishes I cook with a kick of heat. Here’s some white wines I’ve enjoyed with all things
Here’s four white wines to go with a kick of heat to celebrate all things spice Read More »
I’ve always been mesmerised by red cars. My first one was a Mini I named Charlie and it had a hole in its floor and when it rained the passengers would bail out with a teacup I kept in the car for the purpose. One red car blew up on the motorway; another was
Wine label facts #1: Helping you understand the gobbledegook on a bottle Read More »
It can be daunting not knowing how many glasses of wedding wine to serve your guests or which red wines or white wines to pour at your Wedding Breakfast. You’ll also want ideas for the best celebratory fizz to push the boat out … and which sparkling wine might be great if you have an
I take the mystery out of wedding wine planning with help from Wine Trust 100 Read More »
Blimey, we’re in September how did that happen. As it is Organic September it’s only right to bring you a couple of eco-friendly wines. But before then, I’ve been flirting with Spanish wine. It wasn’t a conscious effort, just coincidence that I’ve tasted a few recently. I like it when a plan comes together even
Spanish wine to lift your spirits in a damp September, plus an eco-friendly prosecco Read More »
The other day I was doing what I love best, randomly browsing a wine aisle creating a mid-aisle trolley hazard, when I spotted Morrisons The Best Pecorino and went a bit light-headed. I was drawn to it because a) it is from the Abruzzo region in Italy which I’ve just visited b) it has a
Discover joy of some of the best Abruzzo wines from Italy and you won’t regret it Read More »
I’ve just taken a Lambrini Taste Test. I was quite confdent as I was given a bottle of Lambrini when I left my job at Trinity Mirror. My Liverpool newsroom pals told me it was because I was an “Honorary Scouse Bird”. I was flattered and chuckled. What could go wrong? Errmm .. The
Lambrini taste test: Could I spot their new drink Hey Blueberry in a mystery line-up? Read More »
I make an annual trip which I enjoy very much, akin to the old Wakes’ Weeks in Lancashire (my roots people, my roots) when once a year half the population of the old mill towns would pack up and disappear to the seaside at Blackpool and paddle and flirt. My annual trip is an exclusive
Co-operative wine: Nine top wine picks from my exclusive summer tasting Read More »