The autumn cellar: a comprehensive guide to fall wines and the modern british palate
As autumn arrives in the UK, the change in seasons brings with it a rich tapestry of sensory experiences. The air takes on a crispness, the ground is covered in a carpet of fallen leaves, and the aromas of cinnamon, cloves, and woodsmoke fill the atmosphere. These sensations not only mark a shift in the […]
Complexity and Authenticity in Natural Wine
Natural wine’s rise has forced professionals to reassess what complexity truly means in the glass. For researchers mapping the chemistry of flavour, and for practitioners attempting to capture a vineyard’s voice without interference, complexity is no longer a vague compliment but a scientifically quantifiable outcome. This first part lays the groundwork: it explains how multi-dimensional […]
Fortified wine merits serious attention in a modern collection
The cork lifts with a soft sigh, and a plume of walnut, sea spray and citrus scent curls into cool evening air. In that instant, you taste centuries of trade winds, cask staves and quiet cellars. Once relegated to Christmas sideboards, these concentrated, resilient wines now answer contemporary demands for authenticity, longevity, versatility and value. […]
Discover the World’s Best Artisan Wines
In the ever-evolving world of wine, there exists a special category that stands apart from the mass-produced bottles that line supermarket shelves. Artisan wines, crafted with passion and precision, represent the heart and soul of winemaking. These are not just beverages; they are stories in a bottle, each sip a reflection of the land, the […]
The Rise of natural wine in London
Have you ever wondered how a city as bustling and cosmopolitan as London is falling head over heels for natural wines? This enchanting city, with its rich culture and history, is now experiencing a new form of sophistication in the world of wine – one that is eco-friendly and tantalising to the taste buds. London […]
The Wellness of Eco-friendly, Organic and Biodynamic Wines
Organic wines are defined differently in each nation. Still, they are virtually usually controlled by a third-party certification organisation that confirms the grapes used in the wine’s production are 100 per cent organically cultivated and free of chemical usage. According to the National Organic Program (NOP), organic wines are “wines created from organically farmed grapes […]
Biodynamic Wines to Drink This Summer
Biodynamic means wine that has been Demeter certified, and therefore uses agricultural techniques that link fertility and vine growth to ecology. Biodynamic winemakers make sure they not only avoid using harmful pesticides and fertilisers, but they also attempt to become part of the local ecosystem. It is common to see local wildlife and livestock roaming […]
Biodynamic Wine Explained
Biodynamic agricultural techniques were first formulated in the early 20th century. The Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner wanted to take his ideas of ethical individualism to farming techniques. His philosophy has created farming that allows growers to hold onto their unique practices while better connecting with the ecology of their area. Steiner’s ideas have had a […]