If there is one form of farming that is suited to being organic, it has to be growing vines. Vines are brilliant because of their hardiness – they’ll flourish in grotty soils and go weeks without rain. But does going organic make a better wine? Read on to find out how organic wines stand apart from normal wines. Better wines for the planet and for…

If you fancy something bubbly for your next party or get-together, why not go for a sparkling wine? Sparkling wine makes a great value alternative to Champagne and can be served in a similar way. Read on to find out more. Sparkling wine shouldn’t be underestimated A sparkling wine may not have the status of a big brand champagne but you’ll get all the style…

Sick of doing the same thing on Friday and Saturday nights? Want to get out of the same old routine of going to clubs and bars? Why not hold your own wine-tasting evening? It is a perfect way to have a laugh with friends and also get to know a few different wines. There are several different ways of holding a wine tasting: The first…

South America has gradually become one of the world’s largest and best-loved wine producers. Like Australia and New Zealand, it has taken time to develop and grow its market, but it now makes up a huge proportion of the wine that is available to us through our supermarkets, retailers and wine distributors. In Latin America, the two countries which produce the most wine by far…

The sale of fine wines has grown substantially in Britain over the last few decades. As people become more knowledgeable about wine and have a higher disposable income, fine wines have become a popular choice to invest in. Fine wines are more expensive than any other food and drink category. At the highest end of the market, they sell for thousands of pounds per bottle.…

We all love to have a glass of wine, and know tha6t certain things taste well together. But when it comes to planning a meal, it sometimes gets confusing. This article gives an overview of types of wines that taste great with food. It also tries to give you a few ideas of particular wines matched with a selection of dishes to get you on…

Ros? has enjoyed a major revival in recent years and currently is a very popular wine choice. Light and fruity, Ros? wine looks good and is easy to drink. Follow our simple tips below to make sure you get the most from it. Summer Drinking = Ros? Ros? is the wine for the summer. Very refreshing and full of fruit, it will make your mouth…

So summer is here, and there is always a dilemma of what to drink on a hot summer’s day. Yes, a cold lager is refreshing, but sometimes it’s nice to have something different, and lager is a bit much fattening liquid. Wine is perfect for a summer’s day. In this article, we will cover some great summer wines, and also give you a few ideas…

There is nothing worse than having a plate of food with a glass of wine that really don’t go together. This article will attempt to advise you of the different types of red wines available and the sorts of foods that they taste best with. The rules to consuming wine and drink say that red wine is best served with red meats and cheeses. This…

Maybe you’ve noticed screwcaps on more of the higher priced wines lately. The trend is continuing to grow and so is the debate of whether a screwcap or cork is better for wine. The industry has basically «agreed to disagree» as to whether wine bottled with a screwcap or a cork tastes better, ages better and has less of a tendency to spoil. As more…