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A Sweet and Fortified Christmas
Even in these odd times, there should still be a chance to raise a Yuletide glass (or two) so here is the first of my four part feature on what to put in that glass.
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Even in these odd times, there should still be a chance to raise a Yuletide glass (or two) so here is the first of my four part feature on what to put in that glass.
Two great value Antipodean tipples – both around the £6 mark.
Second only to drinking wine is reading about it and selecting what you will be trying next. So here is a list of books to consider buying for Christmas or while locked down.
A lovely Pinot Blanc and a juicy 2020 Merlot.
Dual topics in today’s post folks – a glance at sound reds from The Wine Society coupled with a comparison of two early arrivals among the (newly permitted) pink Proseccos.
An aromatic South African Sauvignon and a beautifully smooth Rioja.
With a certain topicality, today’s post is all about wine available online – ranging from Argentinian pinot grigio to an unusual Austrian red but with numerous stopping points in between.
A great value Portuguese red and a superb Austrian white.
When I reviewed the new M&S Classic range in July, I lavished high praise on some of the wines it contained – but will the latest additions to the range be as good?