Sideways author releases Pinot Noir
Rex Pickett, author of popular wine-themed novel Sideways, which inspired the Oscar winning movie of the same name, has released his first Pinot Noir onto the market.
Friday, May 17th, 2013 No Comments »Pinot Noir
NZ producer embarks on fresh approach
Waiheke Island producer Cable Bay Vineyards is keen to highlight New Zealand’s strengths beyond Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir as it relaunches in the UK with a new distributor.
Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 No Comments »Top 10 wines in the US press
Eric Asimov recommends a Spanish white with “flavours that resounded long after the sip was gone”, while Jon Bonné picks out a wine that is “a reminder of Zin’s pure pleasures”.
Thursday, May 9th, 2013 No Comments »San Francisco Giants launch Napa fizz
Major League Baseball team the San Francisco Giants have launched a duo of sparkling wines in collaboration with California estate Mumm Napa.
Wednesday, May 8th, 2013 No Comments »Top 10 wines in the UK press
Jane MacQuitty picks out a wine that is “what’s wanted with barbecue fare” and David Williams recommends a Californian wine “that confounds expectations.”
Wednesday, May 8th, 2013 No Comments »Champagne can ‘help improve memory’
New research has suggested that three glasses of Champagne a week can help to improve your memory.
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 No Comments »Golden age in Burgundy due to biodynamics
Burgundy’s improved vineyard practices have thrust the region into a new golden age, according to Jacques Devauges, technical director at Domaine de l’Arlot.
Wednesday, May 1st, 2013 No Comments »Cho Lee tips German wine for Asian success
Jeannie Cho Lee MW has picked out two main shifts within Germany’s wine industry that she predicts could have an important positive effect on the country’s fortunes, especially in Asia.
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 No Comments »Top 10 wines in the UK press
Jane MacQuitty picks out a wine you can “jump into the warm weather with”, while Jancis Robinson MW recommends a “beautifully balanced red”.
Monday, April 29th, 2013 No Comments »Top 10 wines in the UK press
Matthew Jukes picks out a wine that he says “will vie for white wine of the year come December” and David Williams makes recommendations for starting a wine cellar.
Monday, April 22nd, 2013 1 Comment »
