Reflection seems to be a skill, or an obsession, that grows with age. But hopefully this is a positive tactic when applied to the wines tasted and vineyards one has visited across the last 12 months. Now is the time… Read More ›
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Mindful reflections on wine tasting and judging
Sitting in my own “wine room” at home this morning I started to reflect on the hectic couple of days travelling to and from Manchester as a wine judge for the People’s Choice Wine Awards, when who should appear but… Read More ›
A family wine night!
Our daughter’s birthday, fine wine, a brilliant charcuterie, a home made wine quiz, a barrel of laughs. The pictures tell it all, apart from the morning headaches! 1. Get ready 2. The birthday girl 3. The charcuterie 4. The wine… Read More ›
Wine Wednesday #5: The culture and wine of Tuscany
My offering for Wine Wednesday this week is a guest post from Danell Nelson, a qualified sommelier in Salerno on the Amalfi Coast, Italy where she also teaches English. Danell is new to blogging but has rapidly become one of… Read More ›
EULOGY FOR A WINERY – from “Gentlemans Portion”.
A beautifully written story of an outstanding winemaking family in The Rhône Valley, their wines, their loyalty to clients and the final loss of their vineyard due to illness of Sebastien, the young magician of a winemaker. Full story at… Read More ›
Wine Wednesday: #3 How to match wines to your personality ….
This weeks edition of Wine Wednesday is packed again with articles to help the wine novice or beginner. Starting with an article from Wine Folly about matching wine to your personality or vice versa. As a psychologist I’m professionally sceptical… Read More ›
Buddha Walks Into A Wine Bar .... 
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