Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo

by | Dec 6, 2021 | Grape Varieties

Nebbiolo is Italy’s answer to Burgundy. It has long been revered as one of the world’s great wines, but perhaps has never been more popular than now. It’s increasingly sought-after by enthusiasts and collectors, though prices still haven’t caught up...
Riesling

Riesling

by | Nov 8, 2021 | Grape Varieties

For decades now, the wine trade has prophesized a Riesling revolution. Guess what: it’s just not going to happen. The labels are confusing. The wines can be ­– gasp – sweet. And consumers still haven’t forgotten Blue Nun and Black Tower. But why would we want to...
Syrah/Shiraz

Syrah/Shiraz

by | Oct 20, 2021 | Grape Varieties

We just have to come out and say it: Syrah is the greatest red grape on the planet. There’s probably not a wine that it doesn’t make better, and we’re not just talking about Rhône red blends like Châteauneuf-du-Pape. After all, there’s a reason that Bordeaux chateau...
Semillon

Semillon

by | Sep 20, 2021 | Grape Varieties

Semillon is responsible for some of the world’s classic white wines ­– both dry and sweet. And yet no one really seems to drink them. Which is good news for us, because it means they’re some of the best values in the world of wine. Where Semillon is grown There are...
Tempranillo

Tempranillo

by | Sep 3, 2021 | Grape Varieties

Tempranillo is one of the most planted red grapes, responsible for some of the best red wines in the world. And yet it’s oft-overshadowed by Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. We say no more. Where Tempranillo is grown Tempranillo is just about synonymous with Spain....
Viognier

Viognier

by | Jun 30, 2021 | Grape Varieties

When it’s good, it’s world-class. When it’s bad – well, there’s a reason it’s not always the wine trade’s favourite grape variety. Where Viognier is grown Viognier is a relatively late-ripening variety that needs similar growing...