Grignan-Les-Adhémar: A red and white wedding
Often referred to as a single entity, the Rhône really consists of two distinct regions. The Northern Rhône is a long valley stretching north-south, its powerful,…
Searching for the perfect Pinot Grigio
It’s OK, you can admit it. We’re all friends here. You don’t like Pinot Grigio, do you? To say so out loud feels a bit snobby, almost... grapist. But it seems even people who buy it…
Saint Mont: Weird and wonderful
The vines behind the monastery at St Mont
Some wine regions make it easy for us, planting recognisable varieties such as Chardonnay, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc.…
Supergrapes vs. Evil Greegeo
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Whenever I hear about a new graphic novel based around wine like The Drops of God or The Initiates, I get excited. They…
Châteauneuf-du-Pape: critical mass
A quick intro to the wines of Châteauneuf...
Exploring the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape can feel unnerving. They feel ancient and strangely sentient. It is a unique and bizarre…
The First Rule of Wine Club
Over the past twenty years book clubs have become part of the social fabric of the UK. A recent article in The Telegraph suggests there are now 50,000 in the UK alone. If…
Meursault: the fat of the land
A quick intro to the wines of Meursault...
Meursault has a curious effect on me. I only need to hear the word and I start to feel hungry. It is as…