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— Dom Pérignon
Is Chardonnay: More than Oak?
“I don’t like Chardonnay, but I love Chablis.”Sound familiar? Chardonnay’s reputation took a hit in the 1980s, when big, buttery, oak-heavy styles were all the rage. The ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) movement caught on, and…
Bergerac’s Vineyards: Tours, Tastings, and Local Delights
Sunshine (and rain!), vineyards, local food – what more could you want from a holiday? Often overshadowed by its neighbour Bordeaux, Bergerac is perched on the banks of the Dordogne, and was designated a Town…
Chianti: From Fiasco to Fine Wine
Chianti — for many, the name still conjures a squat straw-covered bottle, the fiasco. While once symbolic of the region, that image is now more relic than reality. Today, Chianti is experiencing a quiet renaissance —…
The Flavour Connection: Coffee and Wine Unveiled
Have you ever wondered why your love for strong, black espresso seems to go hand-in-hand with your fascination for a bold glass or red wine? Coffee and wine share more than you might think. From…
Celebrating Wimbledon with English Wine
Strawberries, sunshine, and Centre Court – there’s nothing quite like Wimbledon to usher in a classic British summer. While Pimm’s may be the usual courtside companion, English wine is deserves the spotlight too – no longer a…
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