Corsica Explained: Grapes, Wines and How to Explore It
Corsica is a Mediterranean island producing fresh whites, elegant reds and fragrant rosés from native grapes, combining mountain freshness with sunny coastal ripeness.
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Jura Explained: Grapes, Wines and How to Explore It
Jura is a small eastern French wine region bordering Switzerland, renowned for Savagnin, Vin Jaune, distinctive oxidative wines, elegant Chardonnay and light, fragrant reds made from native grapes.
Exploring Germany's Mosel: Wines, Grapes and Vineyards
Germany's Mosel is renowned for steep slate vineyards producing elegant Riesling with vibrant acidity, citrus, stone fruit and remarkable ageing potential, ranging from bone dry to lusciously sweet.
Exploring Marlborough: New Zealand's Most Famous Wine Region
Marlborough is New Zealand's largest and most internationally recognised wine region, located at the top of the South Island. It's famous for vibrant Sauvignon Blanc with citrus, passion fruit and fresh herb flavours, alongside excellent Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
On the Road to Beaujolais: From Nouveau to Cru Wines
Beaujolais is a wine region in eastern France, just south of Burgundy, famous for vibrant Gamay wines. While Beaujolais Nouveau is its best-known export, the region also produces elegant, terroir-driven crus with bright red fruit, fresh acidity and impressive ageing potential.
A Beginner's Guide to Burgundy Wine: From Chablis to Côte d'Or
Burgundy is an eastern French wine region famous for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Its wines range from crisp Chablis to complex reds and rich whites with flavours of citrus, orchard fruit, red berries and savoury earth.
Savagnin: The Jura Grape Behind Vin Jaune and Oxidative Wines
Savagnin is a distinctive white grape best known in France's Jura region. It typically produces dry wines with high acidity and flavours of citrus, green apple, nuts and spice. Some examples develop complex oxidative notes of curry, walnut and preserved lemon.
What Is Vermentino? Italy's Mediterranean White Explained
Vermentino is a dry white grape best known for producing fresh, aromatic wines with flavours of lemon, grapefruit, green apple and Mediterranean herbs. It is particularly associated with Sardinia, Liguria and coastal Tuscany.
Discover Sangiovese: From Chianti to Brunello passing by Corsica
Sangiovese is generally regarded as Italy's most widely planted red grape and is the foundation of wines such as Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. It typically produces dry, medium-bodied wines with flavours of sour cherry, plum, dried herbs and spice.