Author: Matthew Allen
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Top Wines of February
Having survived the first blustery month of the new year, we now move into February, hopefully to see warmer weather and first tantalising glimpses of spring buds. This month sees the celebration of two fantastic grape varietals: Furmint (1st February) and Syrah (16th February), as such we have selected some of our favourite bottlings of these ... -
Burns Night Whisky: Recommendations and Recipes
Pictured above: Glenfarclas Distillery Fair fa’ your honest, sonsie face,Great Chieftain o’ the Puddin-race!Aboon them a’ ye tak your place,Painch, tripe, or thairm:Weel are ye wordy of a graceAs lang ‘s my arm. Christmas is over and it’s still wild and wet outside, however, take heart my friends for the national poet of ... -
Top Wines of January
January is often a time for sober reflection. A time for restraint and moderation after the indulgent feasting and revelry of Christmas. New Year’s resolutions, new gym memberships, as well as the promise to start the new year (and diet) abound at this time of year. Here at Bon Coeur, we have a superb selection of non-alcoholic and low alcohol ... -
Spirit Spotlight: Masons of Yorkshire
It seems that everywhere you move in Yorkshire you can’t help but bump into some form of distillery. Whether it be whisky, gin or vodka Yorkshire is experiencing a boom in distillers. One of the oldest is Masons of Yorkshire, releasing their first batch of gin on World Gin Day in 2013. Since the initial run of 120 bottles the husband-and-wife ... -
Top Wines of December
Pictured above: Zuccardi Vineyards December is upon us and the festive season is in full swing! Here at Moor Park our decorations are up, and our elves are busying away making sure Christmas orders are filled and presents sent to every corner of the UK. To help celebrate the festive spirit we’ve curated a selection of some of our favourite wines...