Tag: red wine
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What is Vegan Wine?
Vegan friendly wine demand is continuing to grow, as more people adopt a vegan lifestyle and align themselves with plant-based living. This is no longer just a trend but a lifestyle choice, particularly for younger generations. Health consciousness among consumers as well as environmental concerns, climate change and sustainable living are ...
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An Introduction to Pinot Noir
Difficult to grow, tricky to make and delicious to drink! Pinot Noir is the principle black grape of Burgundy, but is also grown all over the world, most notably in Oregon, New Zealand and California. It is also one of the major blending grapes for Champagne. Whilst the wines from the old and new world are undeniably different, Pinot Noir is a very...
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Your Essential Guide to Chilling Red Wines
This might sound like an alien concept, but red wine can be delicious and refreshing when chilled! Although not all red wines will benefit from cooling down, so it’s crucial to pick the right one; stick with us and we’ll guide you through the best red wines to enjoy chilled this Summer. Which red wines are suitable for chilling? ...
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Summer is Served: Sunshine-Worthy Food and Wine Pairings
Here are our top seasonal food choices and the wines that we like to pair with them. Whether you have been strawberry picking and have an abundance of deliciously sweet British strawberries that you are looking to devour, or planning summer gatherings involving picnics or firing up the BBQ with family and friends, we’ve got you covered! Wines to...
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Wine and Dine: Polpette with Tomato and Basil
Easter marked the start of better weather and longer evenings. The gloom of winter is fading and blossom is appearing with cherry, apple and hawthorn all showing their best and lifting our spirits. Evenings can still be a little chilly and we still enjoy cosy home cooking but with fresher, lighter flavours. The downside is that April is part of ...