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White wine needs to be chilled, but are you serving it too cold?
The style of your white wine impacts what temperature it should be served at. You need to consider factors like the weight and body of the wine, and whether it has been oaked. If white wine is served too cold, flavours and aromas will be muted.
The Bishop of Norwich, Cape Vintage
According to an old British tradition, vintage port wine is served in a decanter passed at the end of the meal from right to left, with the vessel not halting from its clockwise progression around the table until such time as the decanter is emptied.
Prosecco: how to open, pour & serve our favourite sparkling wines!
Here are our top tips on how to serve prosecco correctly so you can enjpy every drop!
NEW! Altano Rewilding Edition Wine
Today marks the launch of a new wine and in a new format from an exciting collaboration between the Symington Family of Douro, Portugal &
Time for Al Fresco Dining
Paella takes its name from the wide, shallow traditional pan used to cook the dish on an open fire – pairs wonderfully with the Chacabuco Malbec Rosado.
The Muratie Story
Muratie dates back to 1685 when it was granted by Governor Simon van der Stel, the Governor of the Cape of Good Hope. This makes Muratie one of the oldest estates in South Africa and along with that age comes many characters and truly fascinating stories.
Getting ready to fire up that BBQ?
If, like us you jump at the chance to fire up the barbecue (BRAAI!), then here’s a great recipe idea – quick, easy and versatile, even if you need to move the cooking inside!
On wine crystals and tea leaves ….
Wine sediment is prevalent in reds such as Bordeaux, Barolo, Rioja or Cabernet Sauvignon – but why is there and how can you avoid it?
Are we being led down the vineyard path when it comes to the cost of wine?!
The price of wine varies massively. Why do we pay so much per bottle, and does the bigger price tag really mean a better wine?
