Riesling: The Queen of Grapes
Citrus aromas and a refreshing acidity make riesling a great accompaniment to food, and the latest offerings, ranging from bone dry to lusciously sweet, are nothing short of regal. Written for The Guardian, print May 2017 Riesling is a polarising wine, but once you get the riesling bug it’s hard to shake. Originating in Germany, […]
Pinot Noir: The Beauty & The Beast
Written for The Guardian, published print 12 May 2017 Pinot noir is, notoriously, the world’s most fickle grape. So why have vintners been on a mission to make good pinot noir for thousands of years? Because when you get it right, it can be one of the finest wines in the world. Resplendent with red […]
Viognier: One Lucky Grape
Written for The Guardian, 5 May 2017 Always a tricky one to pronounce (ignore the g, it’s pronounced vee-on-nay), viognier has a long and interesting history. While most consider viognier a Rhône variety, it actually originated in Croatia. Legend has it that Roman Emperor Probus was so enamoured with the wine – and its characteristic […]
10 Surprising Wine Pairings: from Pizza & Prosecco to Breakfast & Bordeaux
Written for The Guardian Popcorn and champagne This Lady and the Tramp-style pairing might seem strange, but the toasty, buttery goodness of lightly salted popcorn with a well-aged champagne is pure delight. Add truffle butter to pimp your popcorn. Macaroni cheese and chardonnay Macaroni cheese is a child’s proud favourite, and an adult’s guilty pleasure. […]
