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Exploring Vinho Verde: visiting star producer Anselmo Mendes

One of the most important people in the transformation of Vinho Verde from a region of gassy ephemeral wines into

Gordon & MacPhail Creates Rare Whisky Collection With Sir Kenny Dalglish

What if your life milestones could be bottled as whisky? Gordon & MacPhail’s Vintage Moments creates five ultra-rare vintage malts—starting with Dalglish.

Sangria recipe: Our favourite drink to savour in the sunshine

The post Sangria recipe: Our favourite drink to savour in the sunshine appeared first on Virgin Wines .

The Record-Breaking California Wine Auction Investors Are Watching

This Wasn't Just Another Wine Auction The post The Record-Breaking California Wine Auction Investors Are Watching appeared first on Moncharm Wine Traders .

New beginnings in Lincolnshire

One of Lincolnshire’s ongoing brewery successes sits next to Heckington railway station and below an imposing eight-sailed windmill (with accompanying shop and museum). Next to the brewery is a quaint volunteer-run tea room, opening onto a beautifully maintained garden and courtyard. It’s a lovely spot to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat, and...

Tom Kerridge spearheading new campaign to cut hospitality vat to 10%

Hospitality businesses, teams and organisations are urged to sign a new petition calling for Government to cut hospitality VAT to 10%, in line with Europe. Chef Tom Kerridge is spearheading #VATsTheProblem, a new sector-wide campaign uniting hospitality businesses and teams, high-profile chefs, and sector trade bodies and organisations. The campaign’s single ask is for the...

Portugal’s Most Exclusive Honeymoon Destinations: For the Traveler Who Has Seen It All

Portugal’s Most Exclusive Honeymoon Destinations For couples who have already explored the world’s classic honeymoon destinations,  from the Maldives to the Amalfi Coast,  Portugal offers something increasingly rare: authenticity, privacy, and understated sophistication. Beyond the famous cities and resort towns lies a collection of extraordinary places where slow travel, nature, culture, and wine come together effortlessly.

Paul John Whisky Introduces AArambh, 180 Bottles from a Single Cask #20523

Paul John has unveiled AArambh Indian Single Malt, a single cask release created in collaboration with Pune-based whisky enthusiast community ‘The Cask Circle’. Limited to just 180 bottles, the expression was fully allocated before it was even bottled, making it possibly one of the most sought-after Indian whisky releases in recent memory. Single Cask #20523 Drawn from Single Cask #20523, the whisky was distilled in Goa in November 2017 and matured in two ex-bourbon casks before being bottled at 50% ABV. The release marks another addition to Paul John's growing single cask programme, which has steadily cultivated a niche but passionate collector following in India – and also highlights the new marketing trends by Indian manufacturers. "This one feels particularly significant," said Paul P. John, Chairman, Paul John Indian Single Malt Whisky. "We are no longer just making whisky for the world to discover. We are making whisky that India is proud to colle

A wine of straw

In the world of fashion, there’s the premise that all styles come back around, something like every 20 years. This happens to be extremely good news as the skinny jean fad was killing me and I’ve been waiting to buy new “baggy” jeans for what seems like time inmemorable. I have the distinct impression the world of fashion doesn’t apply when it comes to wines and more specifically when talking about sweet, dessert wines. The zenith would probably be during the Goût Russe Champagne period which saw this treacly sparkling […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.

🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷

🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷 🍇 Un sorso per capire. 📚 Una pagina per raccontare. 🍷 Un brindisi per ricordare. Perché il vino migliore non è solo quello che si beve, ma quello che lascia qualcosa da raccontare. 🇬🇧 Two men. Two glasses. A mission: to appear intellectual. 📖🍷 🍇 […] L'articolo 🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷 proviene da TanninTime: E-Commerce Vini Artigianali, Vegani, Biologici .

Baker the Bougy Wine Dog on Chardonnay, Pinot, and Burgundy

The Region: Burgundy I know you’re asking “how does the wine dog hold a pen without opposable thumbs? The answer is- if he can hold a wine glass […]

Cantina Trevigiana

Cantina Trevigiana is a prominent Italian cooperative winery established in 1948, based in the Veneto region near Treviso, specialising in sparkling wines like Prosecco DOC. Renowned for producing high-quality, authentic Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry, it offers exceptional value and is ideal for aperitifs, cocktails, or paired with light dishes. Prosecco DOC Treviso Extra Dry…

Stalin ve Efsanevi Şarap Kavı

Bugün Reuters kaynaklı ilginç bir haber düştü önümüze. Stalin’in efsanevi şarap kavı Gürcistan’ın başkenti Tiflis’te halka açılmış. Bugüne kadar bilinen Stalin ve Efsanevi Şarap Kavı yazısı ilk önce Meleklerin Payı üzerinde ortaya çıktı.

What’s Brewing at Brewer’s Friend – June 2, 2026

Here’s a look at what’s been happening at Brewer’s Friend over the past month. Check out the latest and greatest recipes, styles, ingredients, and more. Trending Styles 1 Weissbier 6 International Pale Lager 2 Saison 7 Cream Ale 3 American Lager 8 German Pilsner (Pils) 4 Blonde Ale 9 Specialty IPA: […] The post What’s Brewing at Brewer’s Friend – June 2, 2026 first appeared on Brewer's Friend .

Hawke’s Bay Wine Makes Strong Impression In Melbourne

Hawke’s Bay Wine recently delivered its first major Australian market activation as part of the Hawke’s Bay Wine Export Strategy, with a highly successful trade showcase held in Melbourne. Hosted at the historic Kelvin Club, the event brought together leading Australian trade, sommeliers, media and wine professionals for a day dedicated to discovering the depth, […]

Everything You Need To Know About Zinfandel

Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser

Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser Blended Straight Whiskey 61.3% ABV $160 Website We would like to thank Beam Suntory and SAVONA COMMUNICATIONS for sending us a sample to review. What the Distillery Says Ten whole chapters of Little Book, and through every one of them, I’ve learned something new. Back in the beginning, […] The post Little Book Chapter 10: All The Wiser first appeared on Whisk(e)y Apostle: Proselytizing the way of the malt .

Bardinet acquires minority stake in Spanish liqueur Plata o Plomo

Bardinet, the Spanish subsidiary of La Martiniquaise-Bardinet, has entered into a strategic partnership with Street Liquors, the company behind liqueur brand Plata o Plomo.

A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 1021: An Embrace, a Farce, a Launch and a Competition

Monday, May 18th: Dinner: shrimp in cream sauce with rice. And a bottle of Riverlore Sauvignon Blanc 2025. Tuesday, May 19th: Dinner: chicken wings with a bottle of Stratus White 2010. Wednesday, May 20th: My choral practice, so I had … Continue reading →

Monticello Wine Trail Announces 2026 Monticello Cup Gold Medal Winners

The Monticello Wine Trail has officially announced the 2026 Monticello Cup Gold Medal Winners, recognizing excellence in winemaking across the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA) and celebrating the depth, diversity, and continued momentum of Virginia wine. Organized by wine educator and writer Frank Morgan, the Monticello Cup competition highlights standout winesfrom across the region, judged […]

Barred in DC – 2026 DC Democratic Primary Election – At-Large Councilmember Questionnaire Responses

The 2026 D.C. Democratic primary election is around the corner. Technically, Election Day is Tuesday, June 16th but ballots have already been mailed out, and drop-boxes are open for deposit This will be the first ever election in DC using Ranked Choice Voting. More details here. You should review The 51st’s Voter Guide before voting. […]

POUR SOME LOVE IS BACK — AND THIS TIME, IT'S ALL ABOUT GAMAY

Last summer, we opened up the cellar and invited a small group of wine lovers to step behind the curtain of our Love & Squalor Pinot Noir. You tasted through vineyard tiers, debated blending ratios with Matt and Alana, and went home with notebooks full of scribbled percentages and strong opinions. It was one of our favorite nights of the year. So we're doing it again — and this time, we're turning our attention to Gamay Noir. POUR SOME LOVE: Blending Event with Matt, Alana & Jess June 25th | 6–8 PM $45 General | $25 Club Members | Limited to 20 People Gamay is a grape that rewards experimentation. It's expressive, layered, and surprisingly versatile — and we've been working with several different barrels this vintage that each tell a slightly different story. On June 25th, we will walk you through a tasting of our barrelled Gamay Noirs, starting with finished wines so you have a reference point, then diving into the barrel samples themselves. From there, it's your turn. You'll play wit

Denton View Hill Rosé 2025

Wine review: Denton View Hill Rosé 2025 There’s a new rosé in the mix, and it’s one worth getting excited about. The Denton View Hill Rosé 2025 is not your… The post Denton View Hill Rosé 2025 appeared first on The Cheeky Vino wine blog .

Skip the Tie: Here are Eight Wine Country Ways to Celebrate Dad this Father’s Day

This year, skip the predictable present and give Dad something better: a day out in Temecula Valley Wine Country built around the things he actually likes: motorcycles, whisky, juicy reds, vineyard views, outdoor adventure, and maybe a little friendly competition. The post Skip the Tie: Here are Eight Wine Country Ways to Celebrate Dad this Father’s Day first appeared on Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association .